That is sad news indeed, though not unexpected. He was the first singer who truly captivated me as a child. I came in just slightly late in his U S career as Golden Rocket was leading in the charts, though I'm Movin' On was still hanging in there. My very first album purchase was a Hank Snow.

He's one I always wanted to write to and say how much his music meant to me. I guess that is a reminder to say good things to people we love while we have the chance.