While there he worked as a soloist and also in a group with Don Norman and Robbie Hiner. He moved to California during World War II to work in the shipyards. Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting our website at www.bakerfuneralhome.net. are working harder than ever and are now enjoying some of the biggest personal accomplishments of their long career. Weatherfords 1st Piano Player, Dorothy went on to be in her family group with Vernon. I would appreciate it if you would support him as you have supported us with your love and prayers. However, there are actors that do live by faith. While there he worked as a soloist and also in a group with Don Norman and Robbie Hiner. and then sang back up for county artist Charlie Pride , there he formed a group called Dave & Sugar where he had several songs hit the county charts in 19?? Arrangements are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia, 634 S. Columbia Dr. 77486 (979) 345-3232. There will be no services as per her wishes. He was driving a tour bus part time at the time of his death. Worked with Jimmy Swaggart in the 19? i will be making our annual Florida tour that will last through . or anything. 22 agosto, 2017. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. He asked who wanted to stay and who wanted to go. Son of Dorothy Payne. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He will be making announcements as to the future of the Weatherfords. She moved to Texas in her late teens and lived for a while with one of her older . After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. For a short time, she moved to the piano when Cox left. Learn more about merges. 9 Famous Christian Actors: You May Be Surprised! Unknown.Curtis Pitman North Carolina.Eric Curtis-Worked with Wendy Bagwell and then Masterpiece for a short time. Went on to become a founding member of the Imperials. Father, teacher, Pioneer, and great Gospel singer had come full circle and died on June 17, 1992, where it all started in Southern California. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. His classic song What a Precious Friend is a signature sound of the Weatherfords. Let others know about your loved one's death. Lillie is preceded in death by her grandson, Wesley Chafin; her parents, Moscow and Lillender Boykin; her brothers, Moscow Boykin and Vernon Boykin; her sisters, Virginia Creekmore and Georgia Phillips. based on information from your browser. SHE played with the Weatherfords at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion in ???? This is the definitive roster of Weatherfords Alumni. Emotional Young Singers Best Reaction to Being Beagle Snuggles Cat Friend to Watch Outside Wor Babys Adorable Fail at First Sledding Attempt, Adorable Capybara Hitches A Ride on Moms Back. Went to work with the Dixie Melody Boys and then pastored and then worked in a school in Texas. Mike went on to work with a group out of Mississippi ?? To use this feature, use a newer browser. He met Debbie Mc Queen at a Gaither/Weatherford concert in ?? He will be making announcements as to the future of the Weatherfords. She was also active in community volunteer work as a reading tutor, served with Meals on Wheels and Immacolata Manor Thrift Shop, where she continued to volunteer until her most recent hospitalization. Get an email notification whenever someone signs the guestbook. I was just a kid myself still in high school. To this day every one asks, Where is that real tall singer. Album Credits Standing On Tradition.Earl invited Bill to join the group as a piano player, after having been the first group to have recorded Bills song " He Touched Me". After leaving the group his family toured for a while then he pastored a church in Aubery California for several years before gong back on the road with his family full time. While attending a singing convention, Earl met the beautiful sixteen year old Lily Fern Goble (later Lily Fern Weatherford) who would have profound influence on the his future. was born November 25, 1928, in Bethany Oklahoma to a strict Nazarene family, Lily Fern Goble was a PK (preacher's kid). Little did he know that he was preparing his wife for her eventual career in The Weatherfords. After leaving the Cathedral, his family went on the road singing Haskell lives with his wife.JoLee in Wichita Kansas, Ken Williams- Lead Album Credits The Last Sunday. Nathan started singing. 1-20 of 2,354 He left the group shortly after getting married and was in the Coast Guard for a time in Texas. Unknown. They moved several times over the next few decades, to Fort Wayne, Indiana, Akron, Ohio, Fontana and Sacramento, California (as part of the staff of Calvary Temple), and Paoli, Oklahoma. According to Lily, "You could almost throw up your and and draw a crowd" such was their hunger for Gospel Music. While with the group, he painted the black Eagle bus that ended up belonging to Mercy Me. )Cloid Baker-Lead Cloid was Bill Gaithers first employee other than family as a bass player and a bus driver. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Marilyn Peters- PianoDoyle Mc Alister- Bass- bus driver Broken Arrow OK. Has Group the Tulsans. He was hired on the spot. Cesar Martinez January 23, 1930 - December 28, 2022 Fort Worth, Texas - Cesar Martinez, 92 passed away on December 28, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. David Kenny and his sister ?? ( listed below ) Currently living in Bright Indiana and singing with her group called " Forgiven. invitation to become an Imperial? He had an amazing range and could sell a song. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Roy sang a song on the Spirit Of The West album and has made every appearance at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion as well at the National Quartet Convention and First Baptist of Jacksonville Florida. This account has been disabled. Returning to the group after Earls death. Lila was a longtime volunteer in her church serving on various committees, teaching Sunday School, supporting missions work especially combating human trafficking - and supporting City Union Mission. Haskell Cooley-Piano Album Credits Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Earl Weatherford (19844943)? They were one of the west coasts most popular groups and was instrumental in helping with what would become one of the largest gospel music concerts to date in Victorville in 19?? ??? Before moving to Lily's current city of Broken Arrow, OK, Lily lived in Paoli OK. Lily also answers to Lily Fern Weatherford, Lily F Weatherford and Lilly F Weatherford, and perhaps a couple of other names. After moving " over the "grapevine" to Bakersfield in ???? Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. January 12, 2013. She has a home recording studio and still ministers when the opportunities arise.In an interesting twist La Juanna toured with the Weatherfords when Steve was 8 years old, She once again made a tour with Steve on his 2nd West Coast tour when his son Skylar was 8 years old. Receive updates on the latest issues of Gulf Coast Giants. In an era that predated the quartet bus, this group tour the country in first class fashion in a 1948 Buick pulling a one-wheel trailer! Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Show us what you can do"" The rest is Weatherford history. Standing 6'9 Bill holds the record for the tallest group member. I turned 84 this past November, and have just celebrated my 70th year in full time ministry. Now living just north of Nashville TN. THE WEATHERFORD TEAM ALUMNIlast updated informationSept 8 2016 This is the definitive roster of Weatherfords Alumni. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? You are watching Lily Fern Weatherford - What a Precious Friend Is He [Live] on Godtube.com the largest video sharing platform offering online Christian videos with faith-based, family friendly content. They were one of the west coasts most popular groups and was instrumental in helping with what would become one of the largest gospel music concerts to date in Victorville in 19?? He moved from Suisun City CA to Nashville in 2008. Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company. The group was working on material for an album when Dallas got a letter from the draft board informing him that he was invited to become a participant in the Vietnam War. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Unknown. i will be making our annual Florida tour that will last through February as well as one more tour to California and once that is completed at the end of May, I will be retiring. With the 2013 tour to Florida with Roy Pauley holding down the 3rd part, Ben slips to a close second. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Earl Weatherford I found on Findagrave.com. Rex wanted a full time group on staff to be at The Cathedral every day, but the Weatherfords felt their work was in a different field, namely traveling and singing. He was born in Zaragoza . ?s Also toured with Bill Gaither in the Trio days as well as working with his family group for many years. Lily and Earl were married in 1945. At that time, all music was based on radio play, usually live, and Gospel was no different. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Richard was singing with a group called The Gentry in Oklahoma City. ). - California. The shortest tryout ever. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. i will be making our annual Florida tour that will last through . Joel Caldwell- Lead, baritone Atlanta GA Song writer and guitar. Went on to join the Power Team and pastor as well. The Weatherfords were now Earl, Lily, Glen Payne, Armond Morales?, and Henry Slaughter?, a lineup that stayed together for nearly eight years from 1955-1963. He worked with former Stamps member Ed Hill and was also singing with former Goodman member. Lillie Weatherford. Steve has been faithful to the Weatherfords for 37 years and he wishes to carry on. Altho Nathen came after Mike. Earl started the group in 1944 in Long Beach California after a stint as one of the Stamps touring group called Weatherfords/Stamps Quartet. To get better results, add more information such as Birth Info, Death Info and Locationeven a guess will help. Armond last performed with the Weatherfords at their very last ( unknown at the time ) appearance at the National Quartet Convention. Churches and pastors have changed their way of ministry and are not supporting the Gospel groups as they have in the past. So Scott would put on a post concert. Featured Obituary. Would you like to receive our daily headlines? He went on to form his own California based group The Regents. REG. Mike Allen Hofacker- BassMike was the last bass singer that Earl worked with vocally. After moving " over the "grapevine" to Bakersfield in ???? We wrote several on song the W's recorded. " Ben has filled in on several occasions. It was said that Bill had to hire 3 people to take his place after he left. When the situation finally came to a head, the group was EARL WEATHERFORD, Armond Morales?, Glen Payne, Bobby Clark, and Danny Coker?. Weatherford Democrat - a place for remembering loved ones; a space for sharing memories, life stories, milestones, to express condolences, and celebrate life of your loved ones. Songs Included: I Have Christ~The Value of His Blood~I Touched His Hem~I'm Bound to Bless the Lord~You're My Strength, I'm My Weakness~The Year of Jubilee~In Others I Was There~With All My Heart~Don't Doubt Him Now~Campmeeting Medley/Where the Soul . Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Was doing some solo work after leaving the W's. Billy Brisindine-Lead Album Credit Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords. He took up his own offering that day. He got them all together at the alter and showed them the way as a group. 1932): bass 1948-1964 Glen Payne (1926-99): lead 1957-1963 Earl had founded the group prior to this as an all-male troupe, and Lily began filling in on the tenor parts in 1948, eventually becoming the group's most visible member. Try again later. One day, on the road, the baritone singer got sick and had to fly home. Having formed the Gaither Trio with his brother Danny and sister Maryanne and later his wife Gloria, he went one to have yet another career in Gospel music. as baritone. In an era before TV he joined a quartet called The Gospel Harmony Boys in 1944. Lillie was born on February 20, 1943 to Moscow and Lillender Boykin in Tuscumbia, Alabama. 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Recently in touch with his family and are working on more information about Earl. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Can be currently seen in concert with Steve Weatherford on select datesEarl Terry- California. ?Dave Roland- LeadDave went on to sing with the ( STAMPS ??) Click on Store Link above to order and for more information. Her family moved to the Los Angeles, California area when she was four years old so that her father could pursue his ministry. I alsocount it a privilege to have attended his funeral service and to shareit with you. Would you like to receive our daily headlines? Showcase your loved one's life story with a featured obituary. Billy Brisindine-Lead Album Credit Listen To The Smooth Weatherfords. and then sang back up for county artist Charlie Pride , there he formed a group called Dave & Sugar where he had several songs hit the county charts in 19?? The album was never made and Dallas did indeed serve in Vietnam. Debbie Mc Queen- Piano/ Soprano 2 time member Album Credits Something Beautiful , Glorious Freedom ??? Earls last piano player. Earl moved to the lead position and Lily was asked to "fill in" until a new tenor could be located. It ended up being a part of the Cathedrals publishing group when Haskell joined that group in 19?? Sang vocals on Standing On Tradition but left before the album cover photo was shot. Her family moved to the Los Angeles, California area when she was four years old so that her father could pursue his ministry. Lily left the group to spend more time with a new son. They are currently living in Orlando Florida. Les Roberson- Lead El Paso Texas. He also has sung with the Statemen QT the Blackwood QT. He lifted our spirits, he gave usencouragement. Haskell had a publishing company called Homeward Bound. Throughout the sixties and seventies, The Weatherfords traveled the country. Was doing some solo work after leaving the W's. When he returned , he was influential in becoming one of Contemporary Christian music best loved performers and writers. All these things have caused me to come to this decision.Steve is planning to continue in some form. Had a group with his brothers and his wife Kelly out of Okla City before joining the W's. A friendship that endures to this day. The one thing he never did get was the fact he taught me how to raise money in churches. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. ---and was touring the country as a soloist before his death on May 28th 1994 - info via Scott Evans. Earl was a quick student and from these conventions, he formed his personal philosophies about proper quartet singing. deceasedLast Known location Tulsa Ok Had a group called the Trumpteers out of Tulsa with Fulton Nash and Rosie RosellLes Roberson- Lead El Paso Texas. Lily Fern Weatherford Retired at The Weatherfords Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, United States 29 connections Paoli . ?Originally from Minnesota, Tracy was a member of the Country Congregation of California before joining the W's in 19?? Henry Slaughter? Last known to be driving a tour bus professionally out of Nashville. Fulton Nash- Bass 3 time member ?Long time bass singer of the Weatherfords, currently residing in Welling Oklahoma.More folks ask about this former member that any other. Dale Ellis-Piano Clovis CA Pastor Foursquare Church. Then back to pastoring in Ohio. Wrote a song almost every day. He then went on to work with the Homecoming tour with Bill Gaither. Glen did love thisservice -- he was watching, listening, and singing right along with uswith his heavenly choir, joined by those gone on from The Speer Family,The Blackwood Brothers, The Statesmen, The Chuck Wagon Gang, TheLeFevres, The Goodmans, and many, many others.c1999 Harold TimmonsPermission is granted to anyone who wishes to use this story on theirsite or forward, provided proper authorship/credits are given.=====An automatic forward of email to The Payne Family and Cathedrals isstill set up. You can always change this later in your Account settings. She also served as a member of the Board of Directors for Della C. Lamb, and was a member of United Methodist Women. All these things have caused me to come to this decision. He got them all together at the alter and showed them the way as a group. She also recalls that many of the churches in California used Vaughan or Stamps/Baxter books as regular "church hymnals." Scattered thunderstorms developing after midnight. Chance of rain 40%.. Cloudy this evening. Biography Lily Fern Weatherford was born Lily Fern Goble on November 25, 1928 in Bethany Oklahoma to a strict Nazarene family. Ben is one of the finest young men/ performers the Weatherfords have ever had and consider it an honor to have presented him on stage as one of the teamRoy Pauley- Album Credits Spirit Of The WestHas sung every part but Lily's and the Piano. Lily Fern Weatherford? lily fern weatherford obituary. Radio or Television station ?? You can contact him through his website at. In 1945, lead singer Harold Turman left the group. But not the first group to release it. Lets choose to remember these truths in moments of fear and pain. After leaving the group his family toured for a while then he pastored a church in Aubery California for several years before gong back on the road with his family full time. Originally from Minnesota, Tracy was a member of the Country Congregation of California before joining the W's in 19?? Doyle Mc Alister- Bass- bus driver Broken Arrow OK. Has Group the. After a career with the Crownsmen of Cinn, Debbie joined the Weatherfords. Lily Weatherford, Jeanne Johnson, Ladye Love Smith - Official Video for 'Lead Me, Guide Me [Live]', available now!Buy the full length DVD/CD 'Harmony In The . Last known to be driving a tour bus professionally out of Nashville. accounts, the history behind an article. ?? Be Nice. Earl and Lily Weatherford were inducted into the Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame in 2000. "One of the ministers said, "Glen was one of the best cheer leadersGospel Music ever had," as he spoke of Glen always being excited and onfire during his performances. His hands could reach a 10th with ease and he used that to give his playing a full sound. Although she had previously attended a couple of Sunday afternoon singing Schools, this was Lily Fern's introduction to quartet style Gospel Music. This is a carousel with slides. Last known to be living near Franklin TN. Lily Fern Weatherford? Album Credits Standing On Tradition. Tim Chevront-Lead Smooth Country Album. Called to preach but was used of God for a little over a year. Worked with Jimmy Swaggart in the 19? After much prayer and thought, my years of traveling with the Weatherfords will be coming to a close at the end of May, 2013. . He had heard The Weatherfords on the radio and extended them an open invitation to move to Akron and work at his church on his fledgling TV show. in 2007, Kelley Looper-lead baritone 2 time member. KNYDJerry Evans- PianoMack Evans- Lead, Baritone.After singing with the Weatherfords in 19-- , Mack went on to sing with the Senators in the mid 60's and then with Jerry Falwall at Liberty Baptist Church, Lynchburg VA. The "Come On Lets Sing " produced by Rosie Rosell has a unique sound like no other Weatherford album, much of that due to the piano work by James. Awards presented to Lily Weatherford include 'Female Entertainer of the Year' for 1993 and The current group was presented 'Favorite Mixed Group' in 1993. Haskell joined the group with Tracy Dartt and Ken Williams , Tracy and Haskell wrote songs together. Joel was a joy. Sixteen year old Armond Morales? They promoted gospel music until they disbanded in ??? This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Life is going to throw us some challenges. Our schedule is at www.lilyweatherford.com. I just don't believe I would have a ministry today had Earl not hired me at that time in my life." Queen Of The Silver Dollar. His arrangements helped set the style of the group that is still followed to this day. Bob Fowler- Bass deceased Atlanta GAMarvin Garret - LeadBob Gillis Weatherfords 1st Bass SingerScranton HallWeatherfords 2nd Bass Singer Welder Deceased Southern CaliforniaBilly Joe Hall Piano CaliforniaJim Holbrook- Piano, lead baritone Living in Michigan Album Credits-- more to followJames " Hoppy Hopkins- TenorWas leading music at a Baptist Church in Rome Georgia at the time of his untimely death.George Huston- PianoNorman Huxman- BassBuel Jarret- BassLee Jones- LeadRoy Jones-PianoAnn Keel - PianoJerry Kirk- PianoDanny Larson- PianoDanny Lawson Piano / Vocals Last known Las Vegas working in a churchRay Cude/ Piano California- Lois Ann Bryson-Piano.Ray Loman Weatherfords 1st Tenor SingerTroy Lumpkin Tenor Wrote the song Tell My Friends DeceasedAl Lyles- BassRichard Martin, Bass Player.Richard was singing with a group called The Gentry in Oklahoma City. At their very last ( unknown at the Weatherfords at the Weatherfords Broken Arrow has! 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