Joe Bonsall Bids Farewell to The Oak Ridge Boys After Five Decades on the Road

Following a 50-year run as the tenor singer for The Oak Ridge Boys, Joe Bonsall has officially announced his plans to retire from touring.
Bonsall shared a statement on social media, detailing his decision to step away from the touring circuit and elaborating on the health condition that led him to take a step back.
“Many of you know I have been battling a slow onset over four years now of a neuromuscular disorder. I am now at a point where walking is impossible, so I have basically retired from the road,” he states.
The singer truthfully admitted that touring has “gotten too difficult.” He later reflected on his five-decade run as part of the award-winning group.
“It has been a great 50 years, and I am thankful to all the Oak Ridge Boys, band, crew, and staff for the constant love and support shown to me through it all. I will never forget, and for those of you who have been constantly holding me up in prayer, I thank you and ask for you to keep on praying,” he shared.
In Bonsall’s absence, the singer will be replaced by Ben James Doyle Lawson, Dailey & Vincent for the remainder of The Oak Ridge Boys’ farewell tour.

[@user-lw1xh8ry5q]

Im so sorry to see Joe leaving the group. However he will ALWAYS be an Oakridge Boy. Love ya Joe! Prayers being lifted for you.

[@emeyer6963]

RIP Joe!With the angels now.

[@user-ex6mt3zu4c]

I loved that guy, his voice, and his on-stage persona. Thank you Joe for the memories, have a peaceful and happy retirement. From New Zealand, Tony Watson.

[@franclark9256]

Oakridge Boys., one of the best groups of all time! Them and The Statler Brothers!! hard to beat.!!

[@deanhoward4128]

God bless you Joe! & prayers for your healing!

[@stevelong7638]

We are praying for you and your family, God Bless you with your retirement 🙏 ❤ 😊 🙌 💙

[@millierohenarivera9257]

You will be missed. Take care and God bless you.🎉

[@clayjones8890]

Such a good man and a great banjo player!

[@Knockseekfind]

So very sorry to read this news Godbless you Joe💙✝️🙏

[@rebeccabledsoe4550]

I love joe and thanks for all the memories and will continue to pray for you and the oaks .God bless you 🙏 joe bonsall I remember all our messages to you and Richard sterban from Paul furrow and messages to him. Will always l love you and you are an awesome 👦

[@joanyoder5880]

Joe you will be missed but it is time to rest and get well. My daughter and I saw you guys in Branson a year ago. My son in law Nick Harrison is the one that helped you with your book and I am the one that made you the cat quilt. Get well, Joan Yoder

[@Tocsin-Bang]

I only recently discovered The Oak Ridge Boys!

[@mbmmhp1066]

RIP Joe..

[@vickiestratton279]

I will miss

[@shariwiltfong5520]

RIP :(

[@davidlestervoice8914]

Please learn how to correctly pronounce Joe's last name!🤦‍♂️

[@k1nkster8704]

Not "bone saw" ????

[@Danny-jb6pg]

His health is declining