RIP Daryle Singletary

Gary Hoetker · Post by **Gary Hoetker** » 12 Feb 2018 6:08 pm

Passed on way too soon. He stayed true to himself and didn't waiver for the sake of greater fame and fortune. In many ways, he might be the greatest traditional country artist of his generation. He certainly had the utmost admiration and respect of his peers. That says volumes. I'll be listening to him for years to come. Thank you sir and RIP !!

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 12 Feb 2018 8:58 pm

Tommy and I saw Darryl when he was touring with Rhonda a few months ago. They were both so kind to their fans, which made the night very special. So many magical moments, both on and off the stage. God bless Darryl's family and close friends as they come to grips with their tragic loss.

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 12 Feb 2018 9:20 pm

A very sad day. One of my favorite singers. My wife ask me why he wasn't more famous. The only answer I could come up with was, his belief in his music was more important than the fame. Artist like Daryl are rare in this business anymore.
RIP Daryl. Condolences to the family.

Paul King · Post by **Paul King** » 13 Feb 2018 2:27 am

What a voice this man was blessed with. His passing at such an early age makes me speechless.

Skip Cole · Post by **Skip Cole** » 13 Feb 2018 5:58 am

May God surround Darryl's family and friends,with grace and peace.My condolences to all that morn his passing.

Skip

Walter Stettner · Post by **Walter Stettner** » 13 Feb 2018 7:19 am

Unbelievable and shocking. My thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones.

Walter Stettner
Vienna, Austria

Roy Carroll · Post by **Roy Carroll** » 13 Feb 2018 9:07 am

What a loss to those of us that love REAL country music. His rendition of Old Violin will forever be burned in my mind. One of the great hopes for country music is gone but not forgotten! May peace and serenity be granted to his family as they deal with this loss. RIP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgiMzMmCGEU

Charlie Moore · Post by **Charlie Moore** » 13 Feb 2018 9:42 am

The people in "NASHVILLE" wouldn't give him a DEAL,people like him dont come along very often...God bless those babys....the famly reunion will miss him too...CM

Art Beard · Post by **Art Beard** » 13 Feb 2018 1:53 pm

I echo Roy's thoughts. I had just entered the Cattlerest Saloon, when the Barmaid Becky, knowing my love of music, told me the news. I sat in udder shock.
My prayers go out to the family.
Sadly, what is now called Country music is controled by lawyers, and accountants,, Hank, Lefty, George, Willie, and so many others could NOT get a recording contracts today. Must be 17-23, good looking,and they may MAKE or CREATE a star that will last til the sound 7-15 year olds like to hear. That is todays market.
We all lost a great young singer of true country music, at a time when there are not many left.
Sadly CAA

Dale Foreman · Post by **Dale Foreman** » 13 Feb 2018 2:14 pm

Roy Carroll wrote:What a loss to those of us that love REAL country music. His rendition of Old Violin will forever be burned in my mind. One of the great hopes for country music is gone but not forgotten! May peace and serenity be granted to his family as they deal with this loss. RIP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgiMzMmCGEU

Wow! That was the last song of the night for him!!There is video of him doing it at Cowboys in Scott, La. on Facebook! It will give you chills when you watch it!!

Chris Templeton · Post by **Chris Templeton** » 13 Feb 2018 4:45 pm

Daryle doing Johnny Paycheck's "The Old Violin": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZxqbp-EO3Q
R.I.P.

Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 13 Feb 2018 5:09 pm

Daryle came onto the country music scene when I was a teenager. I remember singing along with Daryle's hits, "I'm Livin' Up To Her Low Expectations", Too Much Fun", "Amen Kind Of Love", and I Let Her Lie" every time they came on the TV or radio. He was definitely one of my singing heroes. RIP Daryle

Chris Templeton · Post by **Chris Templeton** » 13 Feb 2018 5:38 pm

Yes, Brett!

Bill Moore · Post by **Bill Moore** » 13 Feb 2018 7:53 pm

Daryle's cd "That's why I sing this way" is probably my favorite cd ever. Such a great singer, he will be missed.

Roger Hand · Post by **Roger Hand** » 14 Feb 2018 5:46 am

my favorite was his version of some broken hearts never mend

Benton Allen · Post by **Benton Allen** » 14 Feb 2018 12:40 pm

I thought he was one of the best.
I'm going to really miss his singing.
God bless the Singletary family.

Benton

Sam White · Post by **Sam White** » 14 Feb 2018 5:28 pm

Anna and I seen him and his band at the Fair grounds in Oxford Maine when we lived up there.I do not remember who the Steel Palyer was as he was a great steel player. God let Daryle rest in peace.Another great gone.
Sam White

Micky Byrne · Post by **Micky Byrne** » 15 Feb 2018 2:21 am

It's was only very recently that I've caught youtubes of Daryle, and was so pleased to hear a man singing traditional country again, with such a good timbre voice...I couldn't believe it when I heard of his passing from a Pal in States....R.I.P. Daryle

Micky "Scars" Byrne U.K.

Tiny Olson · Post by **Tiny Olson** » 16 Feb 2018 12:51 pm

This is very sad news. One of my favorites.

My prayers and deepest sympathies go out for Daryle and his family and friends. May The Lord keep them all in his grace and embrace.

Chris "Tiny" Olson

Jeff Garden · Post by **Jeff Garden** » 16 Feb 2018 1:31 pm

I found this photo of Daryle, Holly, and their four children. RIP Daryle and thoughts and prayers for the family trying to get through this very sad and difficult time. God bless....

Tyler Hall · Post by **Tyler Hall** » 16 Feb 2018 8:08 pm

Daryle may not have had the recognition he deserved but his idea of success was different than most. Daryle always said he was blessed just to be able to make a living singing the music he loved. He never did anything he didn't believe in and was one of the few people that gave up success to follow his heart. So, Daryle Singletary was a success. All of us were (and still probably are) in shock over his passing. We had just gotten home from 3 shows that weekend. He stepped off the bus Sunday afternoon in good health and was dead 12hrs later. We're all gonna miss our friend and savior of real from the heart country music. If y'all could say a few prayers for Holly and their 4 kids (7, 7, 5, 3), I know they'd greatly be appreciated.

I was blessed beyond measure to sit beside him for 2 years and watch him sing like I've never heard anyone else do. I never ever got tired of hearing him sing. The last night we played, he blew me away just as much as the first night. If you never saw him live, you sure missed a tremendous talent.

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 17 Feb 2018 12:21 pm

Tyler, I would imagine that your professional and personal life will not be the same after losing Daryle so unexpectedly. Thank you for emphasizing his idea of success. I've heard a few negative comments from some fans, upset that Daryle "never made it BIG". I will be surprised if any bigger country star will hear more glowing compliments than from those who knew Daryle Singletary's work.
Tommy and I have been praying for you and all Daryle's band-mates, and of course for his precious family.

Jim Eyer · Post by **Jim Eyer** » 17 Feb 2018 2:20 pm

What a shock! He was "keeping it country" and loved the PSG. Truly a great loss...

John Brabant · Post by **John Brabant** » 4 Mar 2018 9:52 am

My sense is that Daryle and his family had been running on a tight budget the last number of years and that they are in tough shape not only emotionally from this terrible tragedy, but financially as well. So, a fundraising page has been set up for his family to provide them financial assistance. This is so very sad, seeing he has such a young family that now has no husband or dad. You can make contributions to help Daryle Singletary's family at the link below:

https://www.youcaring.com/darylesinglet ... ly-1106490

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 4 Mar 2018 4:31 pm

Thank you, John!

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RIP Daryle Singletary

Very Sad!!

Greatest vocal in town

R.i.p.

don williams song

Sam White

RIP Daryle