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1959
2024
Rusty Golden was a country and gospel singer-songwriter and also the son of The Oak Ridge Boys' William Lee Golden.
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Read the full obituary in Legacy's headline news section.
(Photo: Rusty Golden via Facebook)
15 Entries
July 15, 2024
David Proctor
We were in band together at Goodpasture back in the '70s. He was a drummer, I was a trumpet player. We were both pretty good, but he made a living at it where I went on to other pursuits. He will be missed.
July 10, 2024
Lynn Davis
Rusty and his brothers were very talented musicians. Big fan of the oak ridge boys and the goldens for forty plus years. My prayers are with the family and other fans
July 5, 2024
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Sussie Pauley
My condolences to the family, so sorry for your loss, I have been watching a lot of the Golden’s videos and I really loved to hear them sing, Rusty was a very talented man, I know he will be greatly missed by family a d friends. Love and prayers
July 5, 2024
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Mark CoonRippy Brown
3rd Thursday on the Square in Gallatin back several years ago when I performed with Bobby Randall...he was spot on!
July 5, 2024
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Helen Bechtel
I did not know Rusty well but am a friend of his aunt and by her stories I feel like I do! He was so talented and played that keyboard something awesome! I could listen to that all day. My deepest sympathy to William and all his family He will be missed! Probably pla ying for God as we speak!
July 5, 2024
Debbie Williams-Beal
My condolences to the entire Golden family..I only met Rusty once on a double date in the 70s,(when I lived in Brewton) ... My friend couldn´t wait for me to meet her charming new boyfriend! We all ended up having so much fun that night! Over the years, I´ve followed his career and enjoyed his many musical talents...Mr Golden, My heart breaks for your loss.. it´s so easy to see he was truly loved beyond measure! I´m Keeping you all in prayer! Hope it brings comfort to know......What a beautiful difference he made in this world!!!
Debbie Williams
July 4, 2024
David Smith
Rusty was so nice to meet and to talk to after one of there Golden concerts. He will be greatly missed.
July 4, 2024
Nancy Stefanik
My deepest sympathy to the Golden family.
July 4, 2024
Larry Cordle
Prayers for the Golden family... Bill, Chris, Craig and other members I don't know as well I am still shocked and wish to express to you my deepest, heartfelt condolences for the loss of Rusty. I had not seen him much in the last 5 years but will always remember him as a wonderful person, musician and most importantly friend. RIP Rusty until we meet again in that place not made with hands eternally in Heaven.... God Bless
July 4, 2024
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Carson Loveless
Condolences to his family
July 4, 2024
RB
Prayers for the Golden family, May God be with you all to help you through this very difficult time of your loss.
July 4, 2024
RB
Prayers for the Golden family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you to help you through this very difficult time of your loss.
July 3, 2024
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Elizabeth Bell
RIP Rusty
July 3, 2024
mark hand
he was always a good person to me, always kind, he was truly a good man and will for sure be missed, RIP rustman.
July 3, 2024
Kathy Faust
His family is from Brewton which is where I also live. Always love hearing the family sing. Prayers are sent to the family. May God wrap his arms around you all. God bless.
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