


Jeannie Seely

In recognition and honor of the life and legendary Nashville country music artist Jeannie Seely.
Jeannie was born Marilyn Jeanne Seely on July 6, 1940 in Titusville, Pennsylvania. Jeannie, an iconic and legendary American singer, songwriter, record producer, actress and author. She was primarily identified with country music and was elevated to popularity with her hit song "Don't Touch Me" recorded in 1966, written by the late Hank Cochran which reached No. 2 on the U.S. country charts and earned her a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance.
Her unique style of vocal delivery soon gave her the nickname "Miss Country Soul." Following that part of her success she joined Monument Records and released her debut album "The Seely Style" which reached the Top 10 on the country albums chart.
In 1967 Jeannie became a member of the Grand Ole Opry and resulted in nearly 5400 appearances during her career, more than any other artist performer in the history of the Opry and was the first woman to regularly host Grand Ole Opry Segments. She charted a string of hits in the late 1960's and 1970's and formed a celebrated duet partnership with Jack Greene scoring an additional Top 10 hit in 1969 with "Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You."
Jeannie was an acclaimed songwriter and composer with songs recorded by country music legends including Faron Young, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Connie Smith, Dottie West and others earning BMI songwriter awards. Her career spanned decades with continual recording, touring, radio hosting including Sirius XM, a show "Sunday's with Seely" on Willie Nelson's "Willie's Roadhouse" since 2018, plus stage roles and a published book of Witticisms (Pieces of a Puzzled Mind).
Jeannie Seely exemplified resilience persevering through hardships like losing her home in the 2010 Nashville Flood yet going on to perform at the Opry the next night. Jeannie continued to be active close to her death on August 1, 2025 at the age of 85 from complications following multiple surgeries and illnesses throughout the year. She will be remembered as an influential songwriter and beloved performer whose legacy will live on. She will be missed but her legend will live on forever!
With our love,
John E. Wobma
Squire Parsons, Jr.

In honor of, and remembering the life of Squire E. Parsons Jr., a renowned southern gospel pianist, singer/songwriter and ordained minister from Asheville, N.C.
Born on April 4, 1948, Squire was a beloved husband to his wife Linda and together they have four children.
Squire had a unique gift of songwriting as he penned and co-wrote nearly 600 songs. "Sweet Beulah Land" and "Look For Me" are just two popular songs for which he was known. He received an honorary degree in music at Virginia Tech and went on in his career to receive many awards plus a nomination for a Dove award. He joined the well known quartet known as The Kingsmen and The Calvarymen Quartet.
Following his years traveling and singing with the quartets, in 1979 he decided to begin his solo career. He continued on his own for the remainder of his life while his health remained until just the last few years when decided to leave the road. Squire was inducted in the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2008. As to his achievements, they are numerous and it would be difficult to name them all. He gave all the glory to his Lord and Savior for a successful career in music. Squire passed away on May 05, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He will be forever in our hearts, and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to his family at this time.
With our love,
John E. Wobma
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