You will never be forgotten. Mr. Jones was born in Saratoga, TX, son of the late George Washington and Clara Patterson Jones. But it may have been Charlie Daniels who summed up Jones best in a long, beautifully rendered tribute. ", "RIP Mr. George Jones ✝ I really like/enjoy your song, he stopped loving her today. You were my key into country music at a very young age. Known for hits like "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes," "White Lightning" and "He Stopped Loving Her Today," which Alan Jackson used to close the memorial, Jones had No. Each of the stars who performed had a personal connection to Jones. For a guy who sang so many sad songs, George Jones left behind a lot of laughs. Nancy Jones sat flanked by Bush and Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. Bill Haslam spoke, as did former Arkansas Gov. There was more humor than sadness at Jones' funeral Thursday at the Grand Ole Opry House as thousands gathered in Nashville — some arriving hours before sunrise — to pay their respects to the man whose voice has defined country music for more than half a century. “When I heard him do this song, it literally gave me chills,” Travis said. "You must be thinking, `Boy, they're making a ruckus,"' Paisley said. Mike Huckabee. He'd been ill off and on over the previous year. Mr. Jones was born in Saratoga, TX, son of the late George Washington and Clara Patterson Jones. George Glenn Jones (Saratoga, 12 settembre 1931 – Nashville, 26 aprile 2013) è stato un cantautore e musicista statunitense. "Brother George taught us how to sing with a broken heart," Gill said. "George Jones' voice was a rowdy Saturday night uproar at a back-street beer joint, the heartbroken wail of the one who wakes up to find the other side of the bed empty, the far-off lonesome whistle of the midnight train, the look in the eyes of a young bride as that ring is placed on her finger, the memories of a half-asleep old man dreaming about the good old days," Daniels said. RIP. "When I heard him do this song, it literally gave me chills," Travis said. Barbara Mandrell remembered the kindnesses he gave a scared 13-year-old girl just getting her start in the business. If you need help finding the right words, view our. Mr. Jones was born in Saratoga, TX, son of the late George Washington and Clara Patterson... "May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Just stooped by to let you are never far from our thoughts. Copyright © 2020 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. JONES (George): Goodbye Possum. Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox. For a guy who sang so many sad songs, George Jones left behind a lot of laughs. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Nancy Jones sat flanked by Bush and Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. George Glenn Jones, age 81, passed away on Friday, the Twenty Sixth of April, in Nashville. RELATED: Kenny Chesney: George Jones Was Real, Tortured and More Alive Than Anyone. Tennessee Gov. Paisley said even though Jones has passed on, his legacy is still there, ready to inspire. What is ballot harvesting — and should you hand your ballot to a stranger? Former first lady Laura Bush remembered dumping quarter after quarter into the jukebox to hear "The Race Is On." Each of the stars who performed had a personal connection to Jones. Former first lady Laura Bush remembered dumping quarter after quarter into the jukebox to hear “The Race Is On.” Wynonna Judd remembered his perfect hair and his friendship. Kid Rock asked Nancy Jones to imagine Jones was actually singing as he performed "Best of Me," before checking himself to the delight of the crowd. JONES, George Glenn Age 81, passed away on Friday, the Twenty Sixth of April in Nashville. Friend after friend related stories of Jones' kindness, his love for his widow, Nancy, who's credited with helping him survive his personal demons later in life, and the funny little moments that will stick with them always. During the funeral of Jones, some of the most famous names in the country music industry joined and paid tribute to the icon. Randy Travis, who was anointed a traditional country voice by Jones, sang “Amazing Grace,” a song Jones had once put his own personal stamp upon. Randy Travis, who was anointed a traditional country voice by Jones, sang "Amazing Grace," a song Jones had once put his own personal stamp upon. He sang for us all, the non-stop partiers, the guys who are alone and the girl done wrong, the puppy lovers, the extrovert, the introvert and the guy at the end of the bar who never seems to go home ... George had a song for everybody.". Be in the know. You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. He noted Jones was probably the most imitated country singer of all time. ", "Loved Your Music when i was a teen, 50 Years Later Love It Just as Much if not More. And Vince Gill remembered the man who gave him the nickname "Sweet Pea," a moniker he wasn't sure he liked at first but now treasures. JONES, George Glenn Age 81, passed away on Friday, the Twenty Sixth of April in Nashville. Friend after friend related stories of Jones’ kindness, his love for his widow, Nancy, who’s credited with helping him survive his personal demons later in life, and the funny little moments that will stick with them always. “The great thing is every time someone calls me Sweet Pea, I’ll get to think about him,” Gill said before earning a standing ovation for his rendition of “Go Rest High on That Mountain” with Patty Loveless. Election Day could turn into "Election Week" with rise in mail ballots, Wilco's Jeff Tweedy on staying productive through the pandemic, "The Price is Right" is returning with no live audience, "Price is Right" coming back with no audience, Jerry Jeff Walker, singer and songwriter, dies at 78. Wynonna Judd remembered his perfect hair and his friendship. Text us for exclusive photos and videos, royal news, and way more. The funeral was broadcast live on cable music television channels CMT and GAC and — in a nod to simpler times when Jones was at his biggest — on all local television networks. The nearly three-hour memorial was attended by several major country stars and political figures. He postponed two performances two weeks ago and entered the hospital with a fever and irregular blood pressure. "Lost love, lost innocence, good and bad memories, and experiences that are just too much for a human being to deal with. Go buy his records and see what all this ruckus is about because it's worth it.". With more mail-in ballots, officials urge patience on election night, Americans and the right to vote: Why it's not easy for everyone, Why some mail-in ballots are rejected and how to make sure your vote counts. © 2013 The Associated Press. Jones, 81, died April 26 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville after being hospitalized with fever and irregular blood pressure. "I would encourage you if you don't know him, go find him now. In Loving Memory of George Glenn JONES who passed away on April 30, 2013. The nearly 3-hour memorial was attended by several major country stars and political figures. Murkowski to vote to confirm Barrett to the Supreme Court, Governor asks to use El Paso military hospital as COVID-19 surges, Hurricane force gusts prompt extremely critical fire risk in California, Parents of missing Florida woman determined to solve case, Pence's chief of staff tests positive for COVID-19, Police officer fired after fatally shooting Black teen in Illinois, 18 dead in Kabul blast; al Qaeda leader killed in separate operation, SpaceX launches 60 Starlink internet satellites from Cape Canaveral, Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner threaten lawsuit over billboards, Battleground Tracker: Latest polls, state of the race and more, 5 things to know about CBS News' 2020 Battleground Tracker, CBS News coverage of voting rights issues. 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Loveless, Gill Tribute: “Go Rest High On That Mountain” Randy Travis sings 'Amazing Grace' at George Jones' funeral 1s in four decades from the 1950s to the 1980s and "Possum" remained a popular figure in Music City until his death. Bill Haslam spoke, as did former Arkansas Gov. ", "Thinking of you today. He urged young viewers who might be tuning in to check out Jones' music. Brad Paisley remembered Jones allowing him to house his first horse on the Jones family farm and the visits the two would have, then sang “Me & Jesus.” Kid Rock asked Nancy Jones to imagine Jones was actually singing as he performed “Best of Me,” before checking himself to the delight of the crowd. Paisley remembered Jones allowing him to house his first horse on the Jones family farm and the visits the two would have, then sang "Me & Jesus." Me and family enjoyed you and your music on tv and thank you for your contribution to American country music and musical...", "George, love you and your music since I was 8 years old. “I know that’s a huge (leap of) imagination,” Kid Rock said with an embarrassed smile. For a guy who sang so many sad songs, George Jones left behind a lot of laughs. Jones' pure, matchless baritone defined the sound of country music for a half century, and his death brought universal reaction from the music community and fans. A Devoted Fan whom saw You in Greenville, and Spartanburg S.C... M.David Bruce ". The Beaumont, Texas, native was in the midst of a farewell tour that was to have wrapped up with an all-star salute in November in Nashville when he died. "I know that's a huge (leap of) imagination," Kid Rock said with an embarrassed smile. Barbara Mandrell remembered the kindnesses he gave a scared 13-year-old girl just getting her start in the business. CBS host Bob Schieffer recalled a 2009 interview with Jones where the singer's true personality seemed to show through. There was more humor than sadness at Jones' funeral Thursday at … “Unshaven, long-haired confused country hip-hop rock ‘n’ roller trying to sing George Jones.”. The country legend is remembered more for his warmth and humor than his sadness and hard times. Mike Huckabee. Introducing ... PEOPLE's Products Worth the Hype. "The great thing is every time someone calls me Sweet Pea, I'll get to think about him," Gill said before earning a standing ovation for his rendition of "Go Rest High on That Mountain" with Patty Loveless.