RIP Hal. My wife and I saw him at the Little Opry In Nashville Indiana around 1994. Met him outside and got his autograph. He was a very gracious man. One of the purest voices of all time. ✝️
We lost my Dad almost 5 months ago of Dementia. I know what the Ketchum family is going through. Hal was a great man that sang great music. RIP brother Hal you will be missed by everyone. Blessings from Canada. 🇨🇦🙏❤
Andrea, Saddened by news of Hal’s death. My first exposure to Hal was many many years ago when I saw him on Austin City Limits. Amongst other tunes, he played a Beatles song, which one, I don’t really remember. But I do remember saying to myself that he did such a beautiful version of it, i was stunned. I thought how can a country guy make this song so wonderful and unique. After that, I was hooked. After the troubling news of his death, I played Small Town Saturday Night, and had the revelation that Hal was really Garth Brooks before Garth even knew it and had the moved like Dwight Yocum before Dwight knew it, later in his career. I am so sorry for your loss, however, remember the contribution Hal made to music. He was a real STAR. Gary
How heart breaking this news is to me. I was in a and in the mid-90s when Hal was at his peak. We jumped at the chance to open for him in Lancaster PA. Our band was given 1 hotel room next to where Hal’s tour bus was. He came off the bus and we took pictures and He signed autographs for us to add to our portfolio. We went back to our room to wait for showtime and got a knock at the door.We opened the door and a man with a cart full of food and beverages was standing there. I proceeded to tell the man that I think he had the wrong room, he replied” No Mr.Ketchum sent this over for you guy’s”! We were all blown away by his generosity. I am so sorry to hear this news and I wish him and his family all the best wishes. Hal is an extraordinary kind and talented human being and it was my honor to have met him. Thank you for all the music and all the memories Hal, God Bless!
I lost my fiance some time ago. During our courtship Hal's music was always playing. I know you are playing now for my Olivia and the rest of the angels in Heaven.
What a wonderful voice...sure miss him. He was one in a million. Great personality, such a pleasant smile. Heard him at a club right after the passing of his Dad. It was one awesome performance that I will never forget
My heart goes out to Hal's family. My dad played a guitar all of his life and played with some of the old Bluegrass groups of the 40s. He taught me to play and wed get together and pick and hed sing some of those old Country, Gospel and Bluegrass songs with his deep voice. Great times to be alive. As Alzheimers progressed on him, he slowly lost all of his musical talents but hed still try. One day he got so frustrated that he slammed his guitar against the front door knob and knocked a hole in it. After that I called it his signature guitar because he died about a month later. I still have that guitar nearly 30 years later and it still has his signature on it. I still take it out and play it and change the strings on it now and then and it still sounds as good as it did when he played it. Pretty soon Ill be the same age he was when he passed. R.I.P. Dad and Hal.
i am local, in Gansevoort and want Hal to know we are praying for him and thank him for his music over the years. Small town Saturday night was a favorite, I know was written about Greenwich as it was a rowdy place back it the day. My step dad suffered from this terrible disease, although his mind slipped he could always remember the words to hymns and old tractors.....we would often ride around the area looking for old tractors that he could "doll up". My mother always complained that we would waste more money than he ever made but the time I got to share with him was priceless! Let Hal know we are "in his corner" and if you ever need anything just call. God bless!!!!
Such a Beautiful voice! Thank you Hal for sharing your music with us. Definitely my favorite country singer/ songwriter. God Bless you and your family . Praying for you all🙏🙏🙏💖
I had the great good luck to see Hal live in Ireland in 2008, when my kids gave me tickets to his show for my 50th birthday. An absolutely fabulous, memorable night. My wife still asks if there is a chance to see Hal Ketchum again. Sadly, I'll have to tell her it won't be possible. All the best of good luck to him. He has left some major memories imprinted here.
Thank you Hal for the the years of wonderful music. I’m terribly sorry to hear of your current struggle, but please know I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
I saw him in Ireland and also my daughter who was almost 7 at the time and I got to meet him. He told her he had a little girl too called Ruby. He did a great show in the Helix. Sending strength to Hal and his family.
I'm just seeing this sad news 🙁 Hal has been handed very difficult health issues, so sad. Awesome voice, awesome talent, awesome personality. Wish him lots of strength. Prayers for you Hal! I sure love your voice and handsome face.
So sorry to hear this news. I am a big fan of Hal’s. I was fortunate enough to make his concert in Daytona Beach, FL back in the early 90s. I am from New Jersey and I feel that Hal’s version of ‘Jersey Girl’ is by far the best version ever! Many prayers for him, his family, friends and fellow artists. Signed, A Jersey Girl
So sorry!! I remember the first time I heard him. I bought his 8 tracks and played them over and over! He has struggled but the voice has stayed the same. What a wonderful man. Praying for Hal and his family during this trying time! Love & prayers!!!
Love this guy’s soulful touch into the genre of country music. Hopefully he’ll pull through the muck though sad to say it is a grave misfortune to see that the battle grows for our dear friend, Hal. May God be with him and his family.
So sad, thinking of his family( my Dad had dementia) . We have listened to Hal's music for years and saw him in Rangeley ,Maine years ago.It was a lovely experience.
Uncle hal Michael ketchum this is Michael i remember when you we're a drummer and play the banjo i got to carry your wedding rings at your first wedding to your high school sweet heart Barbara .you all so we're the one who taught me carpentry and we work together.we would drive that red VW van i just wanted to say you are in my prayers and thanks for all your knowledge and the good time singing on your back porch.i all liked when you would sing..moon shadow cat seven..thanks again hal ..with love from Michael Smith and family
So sorry to hear this news about one of my favorite singer- songwriter's. Mr Ketchum wrote and performed " I know where love lives". And many more awesome song's that touched us all. He is a magnificent song writer and live performer, who will be very missed. Thank you so much Mr. Ketchum, for all of the great memories around your music. Glad I was able to be around when you brought these songs to life. thank you for the memories!
I remember Small Town Saturday Night and I related to it when it first came out cos my home town was a small town and Saturday Nights were the night to get all dudded up and go out. When I was a teenager we didn’t have a McDonald’s restaurant but we had a Sonic Drive In and a Pizza Hut really close to each other (probs a block apart from each other. Now times have changed and there’s no longer a Pizza Hut in that same location and I wish times were simpler and our teenagers had something to do besides games on their cell phones or internet cos in my day and time I’d go to dances. We don’t even a drive inn theater anymore!
Always wondered what happened to you Hal...sorry to hear..I love your music and play it often ..lol I dont... have your voice...I still pay tribute to you and Bob Warner ..watching you play on the Main street ..Greenwich..we were just kids...I lost my wife in 04.24 ..I know where love lives and Sure Love always reminds me of her...Our Good Times RIP Hal
Awe bless you sweetheart. Thank you for life-saving music. "Past the Point of Rescue" turned my life around & my heart is breaking for your loved ones.
Hal, This is Charlie Todd, I love you man-I remember chucking Hawks at your house & my son Hunter, who went to the Montessori School in Franklin, hit a bullseye on his first chuck
Best of luck to Hal and his family. His songs highlight a lot of my best memories of being a kid and listening to him on the radio with my family in the truck and at supper. Much love Hal best wishes.
Damn, came on YT to listen to some Charlie Pride after hearing he passed just to find out Hal passed as well. I used to listed to Hal all the time back in my 20's. Loved his version of On the Wings of a Dove and wore out my Past the Point of Rescue CD.
Never gonna forget this guy. Your music was my life. Continue to play "Past the Point of Rescue" over and over and over. RIP bro. You were the best.
RIP Hal. My wife and I saw him at the Little Opry In Nashville Indiana around 1994. Met him outside and got his autograph. He was a very gracious man. One of the purest voices of all time. ✝️
We were there, too! I wish I had waited around for an autograph. He was an epic singer/songwriter.
So sad to hear of Hal’s passing. I’ve been a fan for many years. RIP Sir
Hal Ketchum's "Past the Point of Rescue" remains in my top ten country songs
We lost my Dad almost 5 months ago of Dementia. I know what the Ketchum family is going through. Hal was a great man that sang great music. RIP brother Hal you will be missed by everyone. Blessings from Canada. 🇨🇦🙏❤
Rest In Peace, Hal Ketchum. Missed not forgotten.!.
Wow. He suffered so long! What a spirit he must have had. RIP, Hal. We will always be blessed by your music.
How Sad! I will continue to listen to his songs till the day I die. What a great artist. My prayers are for him to be at peace.
Andrea,
Saddened by news of Hal’s death.
My first exposure to Hal was many many years ago when I saw him on Austin City Limits. Amongst other tunes, he played a Beatles song, which one, I don’t really remember. But I do remember saying to myself that he did such a beautiful version of it, i was stunned. I thought how can a country guy make this song so wonderful and unique. After that, I was hooked.
After the troubling news of his death, I played Small Town Saturday Night, and had the revelation that Hal was really Garth Brooks before Garth even knew it and had the moved like Dwight Yocum before Dwight knew it, later in his career.
I am so sorry for your loss, however, remember the contribution Hal made to music. He was a real STAR.
Gary
How heart breaking this news is to me. I was in a and in the mid-90s when Hal was at his peak. We jumped at the chance to open for him in Lancaster PA. Our band was given 1 hotel room next to where Hal’s tour bus was. He came off the bus and we took pictures and He signed autographs for us to add to our portfolio. We went back to our room to wait for showtime and got a knock at the door.We opened the door and a man with a cart full of food and beverages was standing there. I proceeded to tell the man that I think he had the wrong room, he replied” No Mr.Ketchum sent this over for you guy’s”! We were all blown away by his generosity.
I am so sorry to hear this news and I wish him and his family all the best wishes. Hal is an extraordinary kind and talented human being and it was my honor to have met him. Thank you for all the music and all the memories Hal, God Bless!
Edit to my post*** it should say I was in a band in the mid 90s
I lost my fiance some time ago. During our courtship Hal's music was always playing. I know you are playing now for my Olivia and the rest of the angels in Heaven.
What a wonderful voice...sure miss him. He was one in a million. Great personality, such a pleasant smile. Heard him at a club right after the passing of his Dad. It was one awesome performance that I will never forget
So sorry to hear of Hal's passing! Our condolences to the family, he will be missed!!!
My heart goes out to Hal's family. My dad played a guitar all of his life and played with some of the old Bluegrass groups of the 40s. He taught me to play and wed get together and pick and hed sing some of those old Country, Gospel and Bluegrass songs with his deep voice. Great times to be alive. As Alzheimers progressed on him, he slowly lost all of his musical talents but hed still try. One day he got so frustrated that he slammed his guitar against the front door knob and knocked a hole in it. After that I called it his signature guitar because he died about a month later. I still have that guitar nearly 30 years later and it still has his signature on it. I still take it out and play it and change the strings on it now and then and it still sounds as good as it did when he played it. Pretty soon Ill be the same age he was when he passed. R.I.P. Dad and Hal.
RIP Hal Ketchum. Your music will live on .Condolences to your family.
A GREAT! Artist............. thanks your for your music... RIP peace sir.
One of the GREATEST singers I have ever listened to. Love all of his music. Vic Bailey Commerce, Ga. Semper Fi.
RIP...you were the best and had the most beautiful songs...you were what country music was ...when country was country..thanks for the memories. ❤🥰
RIP Hal, what a great talent, glad to have gotten to see you play, godspeed my friend...
i am local, in Gansevoort and want Hal to know we are praying for him and thank him for his music over the years. Small town Saturday night was a favorite, I know was written about Greenwich as it was a rowdy place back it the day. My step dad suffered from this terrible disease, although his mind slipped he could always remember the words to hymns and old tractors.....we would often ride around the area looking for old tractors that he could "doll up". My mother always complained that we would waste more money than he ever made but the time I got to share with him was priceless! Let Hal know we are "in his corner" and if you ever need anything just call. God bless!!!!
Such a Beautiful voice! Thank you Hal for sharing your music with us. Definitely my favorite country singer/ songwriter. God Bless you and your family . Praying for you all🙏🙏🙏💖
R.I.P. HAL KETCHUM. WONDERFUL ARTIST GREAT MUSIC. IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES. LISTENING TO HIS MUSIC DURING THE 1990's
R.I.P. Love your music,we will miss your songs from Australia
OMG, how terribly sad!!! I have loved him since forever. God bless him and his loving family.
I'm heartbroken to hear Hal has been suffering for several years. Blessings and prayers for Hal and the entire Ketchum family 🙏❤️
I had the great good luck to see Hal live in Ireland in 2008, when my kids gave me tickets to his show for my 50th birthday. An absolutely fabulous, memorable night. My wife still asks if there is a chance to see Hal Ketchum again. Sadly, I'll have to tell her it won't be possible. All the best of good luck to him. He has left some major memories imprinted here.
Was that his show in the Helix?
@@Irisheaglesfan No, in Castlebar, in the TF. He was not alone spot on with the singing, but very engaging too.
RIP my friend, Hal Ketchum!!!!!!! All the times we hung out will not be forgotten!!!!!!
Thank you Hal for the the years of wonderful music. I’m terribly sorry to hear of your current struggle, but please know I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
massive tragedy !!!
I was heartbroken after reading his wife’s post last Sunday. I never got the chance to see him perform his wonderful songs. Such a horrible disease
Love you my brother, God Bless you, Andrea and the Family!
I saw him in Ireland and also my daughter who was almost 7 at the time and I got to meet him. He told her he had a little girl too called Ruby. He did a great show in the Helix. Sending strength to Hal and his family.
Which song did he sing of the Beatles?
Hal Kechum, my favorite country artist. I was blessed to see you several times.. Thanks for your music. May God bless you and your family...
My Mom was taken away by Dementia this year too...and she loved Hal...as do I...So incredibly sad to say goodbye to dear, sweet Hal
I'm just seeing this sad news 🙁 Hal has been handed very difficult health issues, so sad. Awesome voice, awesome talent, awesome personality. Wish him lots of strength. Prayers for you Hal! I sure love your voice and handsome face.
So sorry to hear this news. I am a big fan of Hal’s. I was fortunate enough to make his concert in Daytona Beach, FL back in the early 90s. I am from New Jersey and I feel that Hal’s version of ‘Jersey Girl’ is by far the best version ever! Many prayers for him, his family, friends and fellow artists. Signed, A Jersey Girl
I'm so sad to hear the news about Hal Ketchum. He is such a talent. My heartfelt prayers go out to him and his family.
Rip
So sorry!! I remember the first time I heard him. I bought his 8 tracks and played them over and over! He has struggled but the voice has stayed the same. What a wonderful man. Praying for Hal and his family during this trying time! Love & prayers!!!
So very sorry and so many Prayers. God Bless
What a talent....prayers for comfort for the family at this difficult time. He will be missed.
So saddened to hear of his condition. Hal has been a favorite of mine for years.
My father had this my sympathies with you buddy, you aint BEYOND THE POINT OF RESCUE - KEEP FIGHTING - love ya man.
I'm praying for him, I loved his music, be strong and know he is Loved.
Loved his music.
@jessica mcdaniels Hmm well I'm sure he didn't know how you felt and nobody else cares.
You took time to come over so that says something 🤔
R.I.P. Hal...you will be missed. Thank you for your music.
So Sorry for your loss and ours! He was one of the Best and I have listen to him for years. Prayer's.
Thank you so much for your wonderful music. Prayers daily for you and yours
I am sorry to hear this
I have been a fan for close to 30 years. I loved Past the Point of Rescue! My love and prayers to you.
I'm heartbroken to hear Hal has been suffering for several years. Blessings and prayers for Hal and the entire Ketchum family 🙏God Bless ❤️
Hang in there MR. Ketchum. I’m 70. Got cancer, but love your music. Love you buddy. TENNESSEE
Love this guy’s soulful touch into the genre of country music. Hopefully he’ll pull through the muck though sad to say it is a grave misfortune to see that the battle grows for our dear friend, Hal. May God be with him and his family.
Hal's melodic voice and lyrics are generational, they will never go out of style. May he find peace with God through Jesus Christ, him and his family.
Prayers for Hal’s family and friends, may he R.I.P.
So sad to hear about this diagnosis, but so happy that he’s spending time with his family. Thank you so much for your sweet music.
So sorry to hear about this...he is my favorite...love to you all❤
My heart and prayers go out to Hal and his family. I love his music. My family went thru the same thing with our mother
Sic transit to his beautiful soul. Sending deepest thoughts and condolences to his loved ones. ❤
Didn't know about this in England. I'm so sad, so sorry. God bless all of you over there.
So sorry about his health.he was one of the greatest singers ever.God bless him and his whole family.
So sad, thinking of his family( my Dad had dementia) . We have listened to Hal's music for years and saw him in Rangeley ,Maine years ago.It was a lovely experience.
So sorry to hear about Mr. Ketchum's health. I love his music.
It breaks my heart. Will continue praying for him.
Uncle hal Michael ketchum this is Michael i remember when you we're a drummer and play the banjo i got to carry your wedding rings at your first wedding to your high school sweet heart Barbara .you all so we're the one who taught me carpentry and we work together.we would drive that red VW van i just wanted to say you are in my prayers and thanks for all your knowledge and the good time singing on your back porch.i all liked when you would sing..moon shadow cat seven..thanks again hal ..with love from Michael Smith and family
So sorry to hear about Hal. A great talent.
So sorry to hear this news about one of my favorite singer- songwriter's. Mr Ketchum wrote and performed " I know where love lives". And many more awesome song's that touched us all. He is a magnificent song writer and live performer, who will be very missed. Thank you so much Mr. Ketchum, for all of the great memories around your music. Glad I was able to be around when you brought these songs to life. thank you for the memories!
Bless this man and his family. 🙏🏻
I will always enjoy and be touched by his beautiful voice and music. What a wonderful man.
Sad Loss .... Be In Peace !! You were one of the Greats !! 😉👍
So sorry for your loss.May god be with you. One thing we all know is his songs will “stay forever”.
I remember Small Town Saturday Night and I related to it when it first came out cos my home town was a small town and Saturday Nights were the night to get all dudded up and go out. When I was a teenager we didn’t have a McDonald’s restaurant but we had a Sonic Drive In and a Pizza Hut really close to each other (probs a block apart from each other. Now times have changed and there’s no longer a Pizza Hut in that same location and I wish times were simpler and our teenagers had something to do besides games on their cell phones or internet cos in my day and time I’d go to dances. We don’t even a drive inn theater anymore!
So sorry you suffered with these health issues, but thank you for leaving us with your heartfelt music! RIP Hal😔
I thank God Hal lived. I'm not a big Country music fan, but I LOVED Hal's music.I Miss my Mary is BRILLIANT.
My man Hal, i got to meat him once and love love his music. Prayers and love brother, and Bless the family.
So sad 😞..... god bless you sir you are in my prayers
When I taught guitar, I used Ketchum songs to teach rhythm. Old Soldiers was my personal favorite.
Saw him a couple of times in the 1990s in Oregon - great performer. I'm a big fan of his music, which still can be heard on country radio. RIP Hal.
Mr. Ketchum has passed away. Thank you for the music Mr. Ketchum.
R.i.p hal ,country music has lost a country legend..😭😭😭😭
How you have a unrivaled voice I thank you for the songs that mean so much today and millions of others thank you
A True Legend he is and a Great guy
Always wondered what happened to you Hal...sorry to hear..I love your music and play it often ..lol I dont... have your voice...I still pay tribute to you and Bob Warner ..watching you play on the Main street ..Greenwich..we were just kids...I lost my wife in 04.24 ..I know where love lives and Sure Love always reminds me of her...Our Good Times RIP Hal
We will never forget him.😎👍
His music will live on through millions around the world forever including me...rip my brother...much love from florida from a Texas brother... :(
Prayers for Hal and his family🙏💔💖🙏🙏
I was introduced to his music in the 1990's....loved his songs and listened to them over and over and over. I am so sad to hear this. RIP Hal
He’s just waiting till the coast is clear…
Great artist!
My deepest condolences to his family. Rest In Peace
RIP Beautiful man
Awe bless you sweetheart. Thank you for life-saving music. "Past the Point of Rescue" turned my life around & my heart is breaking for your loved ones.
I hope you know how much Hal’s music has meant to me!
RIP Hal,,,One of My Favorite Entertainers.!!
I cant stop crying. I miss him already!
Hal, This is Charlie Todd, I love you man-I remember chucking Hawks at your house & my son Hunter, who went to the Montessori School in Franklin, hit a bullseye on his first chuck
SAD LOSS TO THE WORLD RIP BROTHER.
Best of luck to Hal and his family. His songs highlight a lot of my best memories of being a kid and listening to him on the radio with my family in the truck and at supper. Much love Hal best wishes.
I am a FREAKN HUGE FAN!!! I don’t know his current status but I pray for his good health.
Damn, came on YT to listen to some Charlie Pride after hearing he passed just to find out Hal passed as well. I used to listed to Hal all the time back in my 20's. Loved his version of On the Wings of a Dove and wore out my Past the Point of Rescue CD.
incredible singer and songwriter, so sorry to hear illness has stopped him --he will be missed a lot
Sad News. Love and prayers to Hal and his family!
R.I.P. HAL.... ( SMALL TOWN SATURDAY NIGHT )
RIP Hal...Such a sad loss to the music business...
😞😢 god bless this man
So very sad, Hal Ketchum is the voice that turned me to country music. Many prayers for this amazing singer writer and story teller.