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

1340 What Happened to STRINGBEAN of HEE-HAW & GRAND OLE OPRY? Jordan The Lion Travel Vlog (7/27/20)
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[@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.

[@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.

[@lindachavezw...246]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@chiptapp145]

Stringbean and his wife deaths was heartbreaking.

[@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.

[@lauriealexander5857]

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

[@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😔

[@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

[@onesunnyday5699]

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

[@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.

[@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...

[@joseyeastwood]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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 "!!

[@rivaallen539]

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

[@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…….

[@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.

[@Gang155]

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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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...

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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 !

[@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 👍🏻😎

[@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.

[@olsonsam4]

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

[@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 🤣😂

[@MrHubbmuscle]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 .

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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❤❤❤🦁

[@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!

[@paladinjustice6391]

Jordan just keeps history alive for those who otherwise wouldn't know. Great job again.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@natalieangelo54]

OMG HOW SAD AND HORRIFIC , TOTALLY HEART BREAKING, MAY THEY BOTH RIP STRINGBEAN AND ESTELLE , 🙏💔😪🎼🎵🎶

[@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.

[@yolandadelazerda207]

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

[@nashvilletennessee3194]

I really, really enjoy your videos! Thanks for taking the time to make them and preserving history!

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@angelalinderman3467]

What a sad story, good people! Shame on jerks who got 250...💔

[@deniseconaway701]

Sounds like Stringbean and Estelle were just simple living people, not brash or flashy, murdered for absolutely no reason, for one of the killers to die, good, but for other evil pig to be given early release, any surprise Jordan in this day and age, there is no punishment for the crime, i can remember my grandma saying they never locked their doors, you sure as heck wouldn’t dream of doing that these days, thankyou sad vlog about a senseless murder x

[@NightCalls001]

You just didn’t have to worry about locked doors even your car doors. I remember that’s the way it used to be.

[@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!

[@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.

[@denisegraves7953]

I remember when this happened. So sad and senseless. May they both Rip.

[@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.

[@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.

[@_CoolHandLuke_]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@jillkolbe4305]

Thank you for all the Tennessee ❤️ history! Another great video

[@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!

[@marlonisaac1]

This has become my favorite channel on KZbin!

[@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.

[@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.

[@musiclover3205]

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

[@EdWeibe]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. Very good job.

[@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!

[@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.

[@vegas24-7]

Great Vlog, entire story was new to me, made me research more. So sad..thank you!

[@BlackStorm555]

I look forward to spending my virtual trip with Jordan. It's like I am there through the happy and sad times. Thank you!!😊🍷

[@janijames9394]

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

[@dottiegnky875]

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

[@figgyboy37]

Another interesting, informative and entertaining blog. Thanks, Jordan. .

[@TrevorHoneyball]

I know about Hee-Haw (even though it never came across to the UK) and The Grand Ole' Opry, but have never heard of Stringbean🤔 I will be interested to find out about the man.....

[@debraday9898]

There are articles about Stringbean on u tube.

[@leagueG5]

Great vlog! Thanks Jordan. 🤘

[@debbieclark7031]

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

[@RustyTannery777]

THANK YOU FOR THIS ... You are an amazing commentator and videographer. YOU know how to put together GREAT backgrounds, the material to go with it and make a story worth the watch. All I cam say is DO MORE like this... Academy Award material right here. KUDOS.. !

[@kittykats785]

Was sad to hear how they died, and the unjust of the killer may he rot, the killing of honest couple

[@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.

[@shayevondekempt6069]

I wish they would do a movie about his life. I remember watching Hee Haw as a little kid.😢🌸🌹🌼

[@artist6135]

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

[@benmaskell6895]

Great vlog Jordan, thankyou. Hi Jahster!

[@dennisgmays62]

Thank you Jordan for another great video. You are so good at what you do. Really have enjoyed your trip through Tennessee. Many people would overlook Stringbean. I'm glad you didn't.

[@Treeann78]

I learned about someone new, great vlog Jordan

[@rls1662]

Great job, Jordan! String and Roy Clark are my two fav. banjo players. Coincidentally, I was watching String last night on KZbin. "Little Liza Jane" is a fun video to watch. I'm really happy that someone as young as you is making sure these classic legends in music and entertainment is not being lost to memory and you are are keeping them alive. You provide not only entertainment , Jordan , but you are also providing education. You're channel is a real asset! But sometimes, Lord, I feel so unnecessary. ;)