What Happened to STRINGBEAN? Grave of HEE-HAW & GRAND OLE OPRY Star

[@martytarver4544]

I remember Stringbean. I was just a kid, sitting on the floor watching Hee Haw, with my entire family. Good memories.

[@LisaK65]

I remember when this happened. I watched Hee Haw too. Good clean entertainment

[@yolandadelazerda207]

Me too! I was all of 8 1/2 ,9 yrs old. I Loved Hee Haw!!

[@shadykatie100]

Yes, I vaguely remember watching him on Hee Haw when I was little.

[@jefferyisbell8320]

Yep same here. Young kid on the floor watching hee haw. Rem Stringbean well.

[@dirtydave2691]

We watched Hee Haw at my Grandma Fanny's when we would sleep over at her house. Always a good fun show. When you live in Middle Tennessee you kind of feel a part of these folks lives. This was such a sad end for these folks.

[@lindachavezw...246]

Sad that they went through that scary moment. His poor wife trying to run away. May they both Rest In Peace 🌻✨

[@debraday9898]

Stringbean will never be forgotten. RIP

[@wood4life]

He was the first dude to sag his jeans.

[@lindatimmons3675]

@@teddylong2167 ..... You are probably too young to know who was.

[@daisymaefrench4041]

When the victim walks out of the grave, then the murderer can walk out of prison. Thank you for showing this tragic story, so sad and senseless. Best wishes from Rhode Island.

[@TheSnoopindaweb]

💫👉👍👌💯👀‼ Yup❗ 😁 G-G.

[@dianemitchell5142]

Yes I agree.

[@d.j.stoneman6657]

Then they let one of them SOB's out of jail where he should of died! Well really should of got a good ol dose of electricity!!! R.I.P. Sting and Estelle😔

[@chiptapp145]

Stringbean and his wife deaths was heartbreaking.

[@DS-ky9dl]

It's always sad when you hear a story like that. How scared Estell must have been when she ran outside. RIP David and Estell.

[@Chicken_Wing91]

I can’t imagine how tore up grandpa jones was when he discovered them finding out his best friend was murdered

[@axgrnd]

Grandpa was devastated. I used to hang out at the Opry many weekends

[@marlenepearson9657]

@@axgrnd He was probably never quie the same. Something like that stays with you. 😥

[@FilosophicalPharmer]

Their homes were across the holler from each other. My understanding is there were days one would visit the other, they would sit on their porch, not speaking for hours. Then the visitor would get up and go back home. Their friendship was so special, they didn't have to speak. We all could use a friend like Stringbean or Grandpa Jones!

[@buckyc.9069]

He didn't just find out, he found them. There was no 911 bak then. How do you dial an unfamiliar number on the fone when your hands are shaking, probly sick at your stomach.

[@terricklee6268]

@5:44 I used to stand right at that pointed gated entrance as a security officer when the Opry show would come down town for the winter months. I would meet and talk with all the artists. They would walk down the alley because they parked across the street in the Bell South parking garage. I miss those days so much. Christmas in Nashville was so awesome

[@lauriealexander5857]

Your always respectful. I love that. These ppl you vlog look down on you and smile😁😁😉

[@Sultan.of.swing79]

I'm from where stringbean was originally from. Jackson county Kentucky they have a bluegrass festival every year there. It's called the stringbean bluegrass festival.

[@slm3913]

I watched String Bean when I was a little girl. My parents always had the country things on tv or the radio. He was a favorite because he was funny but he was very humble. Even on a show. It was good stuff to watch back then. Loved it.

[@inestomlinson3]

Stringbean knew something was wrong as he drove up to his home because he rigged his own security system by running a piece of string across at the start of his driveway. So when he drove up he noticed the string was down. That’s why he had his gun out when he entered his home.

[@marlenepearson9657]

I heard that exact same thing. Stringbean had a very high tech, but accurate alarm system. A string.

[@marlenepearson9657]

Maybe I should have said low tech, but very effective alarm system with that string. 😅 That's why he has his wife wait in the car and he went in with his gun drawn.

[@karentucker2161]

I would have just go to the neighbors and call the police

[@lindatimmons3675]

@@marlenepearson9657 ...... The best and will almost catch a burgular everytime breaking in.

[@lindatimmons3675]

@@karentucker2161 .... This is 1973 and not many folks out in the country had home phones and she may not have had any time to get away.

[@kilncurvis7057]

Thank you for telling this tragic story of two good people that died way before their time. I never saw Stringbean perform, but this is a very well told history of this humble and talented man. I always love Grandpa Jones, especially when he did the "Hey Grandpa What's For Supper" on tv and Hee Haw.

[@tuddley]

I wish my Dad was still around to see this vlog. He would be proud of you. My Dad was a real cowboy. He grew up LISTENING to WSM on radio before TV was standard amongst households. Thank you Jordan.

[@skook68]

I never knew what happened to Stringbean & just stopped seeing him perform and thought he retired. So sorry that their lives were taken in such a horrific way. I was thinking how terrified Estell must have been as she fled for her life. Thanks Jordan.. as always very informative

[@sallychanning3723]

How could someone be so cruel to murder in this way, I'm just sorry one of them walked free from jail.

[@axgrnd]

Greed... I hope he hasn't gotten a night of peace, and the faces Stringbean and Estelle haunt him day and nighr

[@garfieldrupe630]

I hope they haunt him too,but I think he would have to have a conscience and I doubt he has that. He should have rotted in prison

[@rivaallen539]

Thank You... Stringbean and Estell should not be forgotten...😞

[@joseyeastwood]

Man that was so sad in senseless rest in peace David in Estelle.

[@thecoolj45221]

Sad story how did those guys find their place it is really ridiculous one of them got paroled from jail. What a tragedy

[@ajogg]

Jordan said they were his cousins. So they probably knew where it was through family.

[@DEBORAHAJONES-gv5hu]

They were not Stringbeans cousins but they were cousins

[@ajogg]

@@DEBORAHAJONES-gv5hu ah ok, the way Jordan said it, I took it as they were his cousins.

[@axgrnd]

They heard the $$ was in his house... lite did they know where he stashed it...

[@Jamestele1]

I really liked the Eddie Van Halen childhood home, but this is also great. I grew up on Hee Haw and traditional Country music, so this is great. I appreciate the respect that you show for the deceased.

[@Speedy9yo]

What a tragic story! David and Estell must have been so scared. Unbelievable that John was released. The whole crime was just senseless and cruel. Although it was a sad story to tell, Jordan you kept their memory alive.

[@onesunnyday5699]

I remember this story. Sad. Grandpa & String bean would wave at each other from their porches. They were best friends 😥

[@rayross997]

Thanks Jordan, this is such a tragic story. Stringbean & Estell were good decent people who never harmed anyone. It must have made other performers in Nashville very nervous. Great to see you honour Stringbeam & Estell by doing this.

[@normangabbard8816]

I agree..

[@margaretvanwaning9882]

I can remember Stringbean! Good old show.

[@michadawn234]

I remember when this happened. It was shocking.

[@funkoholic1952]

I remember it also. My mother was a huge fan, she was from Kentucky and we watched Hee Haw every Saturday night. God rest their souls.

[@texasgina]

My dad was a huge Hee Haw fan. I will never understand how anyone can kill someone over money life is so precious. And string bean used to hide money all over his house he didn’t trust the banks and so when they went in the house they were looking for the money and couldn’t find it. There were people who knew this because he made it known that he hid money because he didn’t trust the banks so these guys must’ve been local

[@thenewcenturyhomeste]

So do I. I was little, but the murders were so horrific, you can't forget. Hee Haw was on at our house every week.

[@jackgrattan1447]

I never realized just how much Stringbean influenced hip-hop fashion.

[@martytarver4544]

Jack Grattan LMAO

[@Chicken_Wing91]

Only difference is his underwear wasn’t showing

[@googleaskstoomuchinformati5352]

@@Chicken_Wing91 or showing the Handyman's Crack (no underwear)

[@EchoRider515]

Exactly what I was thinking. 😁

[@williamreed5470]

Stringbean wasn't a thug though.

[@gregfoster4541]

I remember when this happened, I was 11yrs old at the time, my family talked about it and kept up with the story all the way through, to this day I hate that they both didn't die in prison!! What a sinceless thing to have happened to such a good and loving man and wife, String would have given the money, one reason he knew something was wrong was he always put a "string "across the entrance to the property, and that night it was down so he knew something was wrong! Still breaks 💔 my heart this happened, thanks for sharing and as always "Howdy from Texas "!!

[@dennylee8273]

Dude!!!!!! You are my hero!!! I just mentioned this on the live chat last night... and boom...here you post it next morning. Youre awesome Jordan!!! I remember when he was killed.. it was terrible. Everybody on Nashville was freaked out when this happened.

[@cookingwiththekidd2200]

Excellent job!. I watched String-bean on Hee Haw reruns growing up. So SAD. I saw a documentary about the murders. You are right, so senseless. He was a funny man. Thanks for keeping his story alive Jordan!

[@cindypruitt9534]

Thanks for this, I have started to watch re-runs of Hee Haw and almost forgot about him. I watched it as a kid but String bean was already gone by the time I remember. I always remembered people talking about the murder and investigation shows being done about it. So sad.

[@terrybercaw7223]

Sad story about Stringbean and Estelle. When you visited the graveyard you said that Hawkshaw was a member of Patsy Clines Band. He wasn't in her band he was married to Jean Shepard and a recording star in his own right as was Cowboy Copas. Hawkshaw and Cowboy were both headliners...

[@susangriffin4584]

I remember hearing about this from my Dad and later on watching about it on tv ,this was so sad that this happened to stringbean and his wife Estelle ,may they both rest in peace thanks for sharing this video Jordan.

[@williamirwin7107]

That farm was originally my great grandparents (Etta and Claude Martin) and where my grandmother had grown up. They sold it to Grandpa Jones, when they had gotten divorced

[@darlenegriffith6186]

Jordan, another great tribute to a country music artist. As a kid, I grew up watching Hee Haw with my parents. Thanks for showing such respect in honoring Stringbean and his wife, Estelle.

[@titanictinker2832]

Such a sad story. Rest In Peace String bean and family. Why did those boys have to kill String bean and his wife?. 💔 Those killers had no mercy but one was released from jail. Where is the justice?.

[@sandrashelton1536]

I met the one released a few years ago. I've known his wife for years. I've live in the Nashville area for over 20 years. Very sad story

[@sherryhall6946]

I remember when that happened. It is very sad what those idiots did. Really for nothing and the court to let him out of jail. Unreal.

[@mikehartsook5281]

@@sandrashelton1536 maybe some one will do him the same WAY

[@mikehartsook5281]

I LIVE IN EAST TENNESSEE JOHNSON CITY AND WAS 12 YEARS OLD WHEN STRINGBEAN AND ESTELLE WERE MURDERED THEY SHOULD HAVE GAVE THE KILLER'S THE DEATH PENALTY THEY GAVE THE, KILLER'S MERCY BUT THE KILLER'S DIDN'T SHOW STRINGBEAN AND ESTELLE ANY MERCY. THEY WERE NO JUSTICE FOR STRINGBEAN AND ESTELLE.

[@dj6769]

Crooks never take into account the other lives they’re destroying by taking someone’s life, and for a few bucks…….

[@dollywilson3395]

I've known of this story for some time now, but it's still so sad to see it all again. What a horrible end for these two very simple living people. God bless them, and thank you, Jordan for this vlog. It's always so interesting to watch what you give to us.

[@MrHubbmuscle]

Cannot thank you enough for these types of vlogs. Greatest one yet!

[@iman48]

One of Grandpa’s jokes ( old String Bean was so skinny he only had one stripe in his pajamas!) I never forgot that joke.

[@pennygee7668]

Awesome vlog Jordan! I remember how shocking these murders were, so senseless. It is so nice that you are remembering them after all these years.

[@zipshed]

I was a young boy of 10 when this happened and I can remember it to this day. He was such a well know character on Hee Haw and we watched every episode. A horrible act commited on these old folks who wouldnt harm anyone. One thing I didnt know was that Grandpa Jones found them. Wow, Im sure he hsd to carry that weight with him the rest of his life as well. What a senseless awful thing.Thanks Jordan, Its been a long time sinse I have thought of them and Im glad you reminded me...I dont want to forget them.

[@lindatimmons3675]

WALLY WEENER.... I never knew thatbit was Grandpa Jones that found them either.

[@twaynehampton7567]

Hi Jordan String bean and grandpa jones married sisters .. Estelle was Ramon’s Jones sister they were brother in laws .. I was raised on the hill above thier home

[@vickycrist5776]

I'm been looking cant find where it says that but compared there pics they do look alike

[@olsonsam4]

You are really rockin’ these Tennessee vlogs. You can really tell you love what you are talking about. Keep up the good work.

[@outsider238]

I remember Stringbean. I used to love Hee Haw. I had no idea all that happened. I never heard of he and his wife's murder. That is just so sad. I can't believe they had such a tragic death. Thank you for honoring their memories.

[@GeorgiesMom723]

Thank you for vlogging about this. I've often wondered how that murder happened. I recall my grandparents talking about this when I was very young.

[@grandmatarah]

I am just watching this today. This is tragic. I remember watching Stringbean on Hee Haw. Very sad about his loss. Thank you for sharing, caring with respect.

[@alh9750]

Hi Jordan amazing horrible story shows no one should keep large money home there’s always people who will do stuff like this ! God Bless String Bean and Estelle just wanted to enjoy life ! Well done Jordan !

[@TheTouristTrap]

Great video. A story I know very well. I was 5 years old when this happened and Stringbean was the first entertainer I liked as a child. I had his record albums that I played and drove my mom crazy. Little Jimmy Dickens was the one who gave him those short pants he wore. The farm he lived on, he and Grandpa Jones owned it together. He told Grandpa there wasn’t anybody else in the world that he would go in half on a farm than him. I remember that Grandpa noticed no smoke coming from Strings chimney next morning, that’s when he went to the house to investigate, His death was my first experience of knowing about death as a child. I had nightmares a lot about David Akeman after this. I grew up steeped in bluegrass music because of my dad. Through the years I became friends with many bluegrass legends due to being on the radio with bluegrass music many years ago. Wish you could had gotten closer to the house, but you did very well with what you had access to. I had a long discussion with Lulu Roman of Hee Haw in 2019 about Stringbean. Not many of them left from the show, she has a walker to get around now. Thanks for sharing this.

[@trent3872]

I live in NE ala, i had old great aunts and uncles that lived up in the mountains that lived just like the Akemans. Fine humble people that wouldnt harm anybody. Thanks for showing such respect in honoring these fine folks.

[@normangabbard8816]

Poor Folks.. They were really special to watch. Thank you for Sharing..

[@wendycalla4325]

What a sad story , I remember my grandfather telling me about this . Also on another note Bill Monroe is my great great great uncle! I have photos of him and my grandfather at family reunions back in the day.

[@sueguzzetta6211]

Good to be reminded of those who brought us blue grass music, and that they were just nice people, who loved music and a simple life. They are in a better place. Thank you.

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

I live about 15 miles from Goodlettsville , I remember hearing this story , it really is so sad 😞

[@kimmatthews8238]

Wendy Reveyoso I live below Knoxville And it's a sad story of what happened..I grew up on hee-haw Best show ever...

[@sandrashelton1536]

I lived in Goodlettsville a few years ago. Also Madison and Hendersonville.

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

Sandra s I’m in Springfield

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

Sandra s the ghetto 🤣😂

[@aaronh5402]

Another great sad story about someone I had no idea existed, the great story telling of human greed, sin and failings. Jordan as usual you were respectful, and it was well done. I look forward to hearing more of your stories, and facts of human history.

[@mrDCunningham]

I was only 8 when that happened. HeeHaw was a weekly thing for us and I remember being sickly devastated about this. Nice vlog 👍🏻😎

[@TheMocao]

Wonderful and respectful vlog - as usual. I remember watching Hee Haw as a little girl. Stringbean was before my time though...how awful for him and his poor wife to be murdered.

[@fidatoresource5868]

I remember Stringbean and Grandpa Jones from Hee Haw. I was little, but it brought back good memories. It's amazing to think how the depression shaped people. I knew many people from that age group who didn't believe in banks. Thank you!

[@anneterri8960]

Jordan, the Rainbow Ranch really seems to suit you. My mom alway spoke of the Grand Ole Opry. She was from a country family who played the organ and guitars, and loved many of the stars on the show. I remember watching Minnie Pearl, but for the life of me, you will need to share about String Bean. He Haw was also a favored show. Such a sad story, kinda make one angry at how this was all handled.

[@loribelew2474]

That is so sad 😞 I never never that is how string bean died . I love country music 🎶 so thank you Jordan for going to all these places . And for all these interesting stories about them .

[@bobbieingram634]

I remember that all well. Sad! God rest their souls. I think it is so thoughtful of you to keep their memory alive. I love watching these stories. Thank you! I'm Tennesseeian myself. Eddie Arnold and Carl Perkins are from where I live. Would love to see one of these about them in Jackson TN.

[@jasonjobe8346]

Thank you brother. I've heard bits and pieces of this story over the years, but never knew everything. I absolutely love watching ole Stringbean footage. Thank you, thank you so much for this video.

[@vickinoeske1711]

Growing up in the era of a one TV household and watching Hee Haw with my parents, I remember Stringbean. Although I never knew any of what you shared. Thanks Jordan!

[@debbiemoeller2169]

Yes..I watched HeeHaw and I remember Stringbean. Very sad for sure. They lived so simple. Thank you Jordan for remembering Stringbean and his wife. Love to you and Jah❤❤❤🦁

[@twain1770]

They both were also my neighbors , I lived on baker station road on the hill above the rail road tracks

[@adventuresofmoonman]

That’s a name I’ve heard many a time in my life. Love dear old stringbean and grandpa Jones dearly. May they Rest In Peace. I still listen to them Often. Also super sad to see the Bill Monroe Statue isn’t there anymore, was hoping to visit and get a picture with it.

[@Teresia12]

I LOVED Stringbean! I grew up watching him. When I left home he was still on Hee Haw for a couple more years.. Heartless arsses. I have uncle's buried in Forest Lawn.

[@lisachapman4160]

I remember when I was 5 years old every Saturday night my mom and dad and my baby brother and sister would gather around that old floor model color tv and during the seen when buck and Roy would do the picking and gaining and I would gave the old sweeper and play it like a getair my mom and dad would just laugh I grew up surrounded by old country and old gospel music!

[@marlonisaac1]

This has become my favorite channel on KZbin!

[@bringyourownbrilliance4353]

Thank you for another excellent presentation. Sad. Horrible. Stringbean's story will not be forgotten thanks to Content Creators like You, and the inventors of The Internet, and World Wide Web. Rest in Peace, Mr. & Mrs. Akeman.

[@gloriaramirez4145]

I always wondered when I saw Hee Haw shows..why he never came on again. Thanks for the Reminder. May they Rest in Peace... .. a lot of prayers went up to Heaven for String Bean and his wife because of your Vlog Jordan! You are a GREAT JOURNALIST!

[@Bob-jg3vq]

I think it's really cool Jordan that you remembered Stringbean and his wife. I love the Vlog. I got to know string bean because my grandma watched Hee Ha.

[@TAG77]

Cool! You’re doing a vlog on string bean. That poor guy got murdered and Hollywood pretty much forgot about him. He made heehaw what it is today.

[@joshuawaltz9484]

Great vlog. I remember watching reruns of HEHAW and seeing Stringbean and Grandpa Jones. Man they were funny and great banjo pickers. Thanks Jordan. RIP Stringbean and Estelle.

[@s.a.adams-ford1216]

You gave me many chuckles as a child. Thank you for the good times as I watched and listened with my daddy and mama. Much love to the Stringbeen.

[@grazia1238]

JORDAN 😻you are so kind, thank you for the care & respect you show in all your films 💕

[@dwilliams2166]

Tennessee welcomes you, Jordan. Great story brotha!

[@lauragee3365]

That was a beautiful but sad vlog. The area looked so pretty. My Grandma used to mention him.

[@40sSonggirl1]

It's said that Nashville was never the same after Stringbean and his wife were murdered. Performers started getting security at home and on the road. Nobody felt safe anymore. Grandpa Jones also having to find his dear friends. Very, very tragic and heartbreaking.

[@DavidWilliams-so2dy]

I grew up close to Nashville and remember when this happened. I was 10 but can recall the immense grief and sadness. Thanks for a great vid.

[@peziki]

Thank you for this video. Very well done.

[@dottiegnky875]

Thank you for this story I'm glad Stringbean's memory is being kept alive!!!!

[@denacogswell1068]

Hey Mr Jordan I'm so surprised that you know this story he was my fav heehaw guy when I was a kid i will watch it when i get up .my day always starts better with your vlogs thanks hon have a day Tata miss dena

[@_CoolHandLuke_]

Awesome Jordan! Thank you! Stringbean used Little Jimmy Dickens pants so it would look funny.

[@musiclover3205]

I remember when this happened. It was really shocking. Thanks, Jordan for all of your vlogs. They brighten my day!

[@jorriewimmer4363]

String bean and Grandpa Jones were my dad's favorites. Spent many enjoyable evenings sitting on the floor watching Her Haw next to my Dad and Mom. It was such a terrible senseless death. I still watch reruns of the show to this day as they helped instill in me my love of bluegrass and Country Music.

[@jerrygillespie6121]

Thank you Jordan for the Stringbean vlog. Stringbean was a part of my childhood, my parents, and I would listen to the Grand Ole Opry, and of course Sundays we would watch HEE- HAW. The loss of String bean was a shock for us all.

[@robertpeach624]

String used to come to Theta, Tn between SantaFee and Spring Hill. I was born and raised in Theta. String 's wife's parents lived in Theta. He gave me banjo strings once. Good people.

[@josephhuffman9318]

Always enjoyed watching him ! Thank you for the memory and you keep traveling and blogging. Thanks for taking us along with you. You stay safe and careful. Have a great day.

[@johnsirko4]

I live around nashville... hope yo liking it hear....thanks for highlighting a lot of these Nashville legends

[@jessicamae225]

Oh my goodness I forgot about him, Thank you so much for doing this about Stringbean such a tragic story, also wanted to quickly say thank you for all your videos I have a love for history along with historical people, places and things since this pandemic and doing college from the homestead it has been a joy and a learning tool to watch your videos. Take care and stay safe.

[@janijames9394]

Thank you. I love all things history and i love how you show us our most precious losses and memories.

[@countrydrummergirl7581]

Thank you for sharing this. I grew up watching Hee Haw. Ii remember watching reruns and seeing string bean and i thought he was funny and one of a kind. He's a true legend and is missed.

[@1967SimonTemplar]

Always love you vlogs, Jordan, but truly admire how you handle stories like this with such respect and care. I live here in Nashville and have always found that story truly sad. Thanks for all you do to keep history alive, and hope your visit to Music City USA was enjoyable.

[@Drackleyrva]

Such a sad story. I love hearing that train go by---so sad and peaceful.

[@echolilwing8027]

That's so sad. I was a kid when this happened but never knew how it all played out. Thank you for this story.

[@debbieclark7031]

Stringbean what a life he lived and such a sad ending. Your Vlogs let us experience the stories you tell.

[@jerryadsit2886]

I was almost 11 years old and remember it was a very sad day when it came on the news. My dad began locking the doors right after this and we lived way-out in the country with a long driveway. And it changed the way people looked at their neighbors... as it was better to be safe than sorry. Nice, respectful job on the vlog, too.

[@may-beeart7930]

I remember when someone killed the Bean. I was a young teen and was terrified that who killed Bean was going to kill me. Lol. I remember hearing things in the night.

[@yolandadelazerda207]

Thank you so much for doing this one Jordan!! Love and hugs to you and Jah!

[@wandamiller7640]

I remember when this happened so sad, Thank you Jordan the Lion.

[@mwroberts79]

Hey Jordan, if you’re continuing southeast from Nashville and will be in the Charlotte area on your trip, hit me up. I’ll be glad to show you around! Safe travels!

[@Artist6135]

Great video. Sad ending. I didn’t know this story. Thank you for telling us about Stringbean and Estelle.

[@jtx38]

I remember hearing Roy Clark say in an interview that Stringbean Akeman liked to flash around the wads of cash that he carried around. Roy said that he would tell him he was being foolish and that what he was doing was dangerous but Stringbean would just laugh about it. Sad story.