As best as you can, remember also all she ever said to you that might help you at this time. I belive And now He has called her home. Dottie & Vestal must be enjoying a reunion. Dottie will be missed, but know we will see her agin, cause Jesus is coming Soon, she is preparing for us now. Rodney Bledsoe Surgery will follow as soon as he is physically able. She died on May 11 . Gospel Music has suffered a great loss with this tragedy. When I was 7yrsold my parents played your records all the time and me and my sisters would sing them as a duet at our church,all of your songs brought me through school,divorce, and much more. !.Such a beautiful person inside and outside. After his fatal accident, Dean's "live fast-die young" legend grew to Giant-size, propelling his life (and death) to legendary status. This house of flesh is but a prison She truly was the real deal. Shes probably writing the music, that Gabriel will play when the great trumpet sounds. The second time I met Dottie was at Pastor G.D.Peters church where she ministered and sang in Kingsport Tenn. Dottie Rambo died in an accident on May 11, 2008. We love you and you will be missed but in the name of Jesus we will meet again. Good News! Publish: 8 days ago. WHAT AN ACCOMPLISHMENT TO BE ABLE TO SERVE THE MASTER IN SUCH A WAY THAT YOU UNKNOWINGLY AFFECT SO MANY PEOPLES LIFE LIKE DOTTIE RAMBO DID. In the year since the war began, do you feel the world has become more destabilized? She was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and received many honors over her career, including Songwriter of the Century, the GMA Dove Award, ASCAP Lifetime Achievement Award, Pioneer Award, and Christian Music Fan Awards. Mon 19 May 2008 19.05 EDT. Having her in my life through TBN has created all beautiful, heart and soul stiring memories to treasure for the rest of my life. What a great blessing her life has been to many others. I collected all the Rambo records and recently purchased the 20 CD special. I had meet her about a month ago, here in Nashville, as she spoke to an eager audience about the craft of songwriting. Take care everyone and may God bless. Dottie though Shes the queen of gospel music!!!! There are no volunteers for this cemetery. They were talking about Dottie Rambo, perhaps the most prolific songwriter of her time and the greatest songwriter to come out of Kentucky. Doctors tried several attempts to save her life but with no success. As a young girl, Ms. Rambo fell in love with country music while listening to the Grand Ole Opry in her Morganfield, Ky., home. A system error has occurred. I new Dottie way back in the 60s when they went to Light House Pentecostal church at Madisonville,Kentucky. I have heard so many talk about Dottie as a great poetbut you know, she wrote these songs under devine inspiration. Her Holy Spirit touched songs lifted me up over and over.and over from a death of suside.Her songs WILL LIVE FOREVER and touch each and every one of your hearts;thoses poeple as you know whom you are.fear not I will never leave you of forsake you ..belive it and live it out sinners and Christan brothers and sisters.living on a fence. Active . But she is alive and well in the arms of God. The first time I ever heard Dottie Rambo sing, I was stunned that a woman could sing so low and beautiful at the same time. Can we even fathom your JOY in Heaven? Wed be traveling all night in the bus listening to their music and couldnt help but try one or two out in the next concert. She was the best at what she did. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Buck Rambo will be 2:00 PM Monday February 29 at the Church of the City, 828 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin, TN 37064. My prayers are with Reba and family, and all the other families affected. May you find comfort in knowing God is with you now and the days ahead. When Im down I pray and listen to her songs. When I am lonely If that isnt love will be heard coming from my prayer closet and I know that Jesus is right there with me. My prayers are with you all. On September 4, 1991, she died during her third operation. The lawsuit contends that Meadows was speeding and negligent and that Pyramid/DC Investments Leasing are liable for his negligence. After marrying Howard Goodman, she joined his family The Happy Goodmans which included his sisters and brothers. My flesh cries out why? I met Dottie through watching TBN. Her songs were a reflection of the deepest part of her soul and spirit. I was fortunate to attend my first southern gospel music concert and it was with the Rambos in 1971. MOUNT VERNON, Missouri (AP) Gospel singer and songwriter Dottie Rambo has been killed in a Mother's Day highway accident. I truly pray that all the others involved in the accident are recovering successfully at this time. We bought several of her records. Dottie,with tears in her eyes,told everyone at the church that night that our twins were rejoicing in heaven around the throne room of God. Keep on singing Dottie!!! All the way to the top of my years, Love to the family, May God be with you all I was constantly looking for all of the Alabama dates or anything close by. I became aware of some of the personal and physical struggles she endured, and her ability to keep going never ceased to amaze me. (LogOut/ But somewhere up ahead theres cool clear water My favorite song was The Rose I cry everytime I hear that, and every time I went through a battle that song always brought me back to Jesuss feet. Our love and prayers go out to Sister Dotties family and friends, Larry and his wonderful family, Ronnie and Chris. No phone number was listed for DC Investments Leasing, and the number for Pyramid Coach Inc. was disconnected. http://www.tracywellsministries.com. That should be a comfort to all of us who loved her. Still another time Elvis showed up there. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The daughter of late gospel singer-songwriter Joyce Dottie Rambo, who was killed in a bus crash in May, has sued the driver of the bus and the company that leased it to the entertainer. I loved her and her music and find it so uplifting and so much power from the Holy Spirit in her songs. My Mother loved Dottie Rambo so much, as well as, Vestal Goodman so Im sure that in Heaven they have all become fast friends. We all will meet up in Heaven!! Daily religion news, straight to your inbox. She penned more than twenty-five hundred songs, including her most notable "He Looked . Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. In memory of DOTTIE RAMBO: NOW SHE IS SHELTERED IN THE ARMS OF GOD MAY THE lORD GIVE YOU PEACE IN THE COMING DAYS. In 1994 the Christian Country Music Association awarded her with the Songwriter of the Century Award. I know Dottie is in heaven in the arms of God right now, but our earth angel will surely be missed, Parton said in a statement. It brings me great joy to know with all of my heart that my mother was able to connect as her life slipped away. The Death of Dottie Rambo, Southern Gospel Legend. Into The Holy Of Holies. Brenda. She was just as heartfelt back then. Thank you so much, if you can offer me a helping hand. She never gave up. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. God bless you and keep you. I am an RN in my 50s now, disabled dut to back surgeries and last year purchased Dotties pack of 15 CDs with her songs and listen to them (cause I cant sit for church), so me & Dottie have church!!! To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. I have grieved all week because Dottie was one of a kind. I will sing her songs for eternity. What an inspiration she was and will continue to be for those of us left to wait our turn to go home. She has been honored with several awards, including: In regards to her passing, Mr. Gene Higgins, President of the Christian Country Music Awards, said, "Dottie Rambo has been an influence in Christian music for five decades. Feb 12, 2015. To all the family you are in my thoughts and prayers. She will always be with us through her music and in our hearts. Cottage Grove, Mn. She was healing from a broken leg, but was so amazing. Jimmie Davis. accessed ), memorial page for Dottie Rambo (2 Mar 1934-11 May 2008), Find a Grave Memorial ID 26768977, citing Woodlawn . Story by Brad Schmitt, News Channel 2, www.MusicCityTV.com; Used with permission. May the Lord strengthen Reba and the rest of the family with His Comfort and Peace during this difficult time. I can not remeber a time that she failed to say an uplifting word to me whenever I saw her on television. The show was scheduled to begin at 7PM, and at 7:30, I was still lost. She has made it to the place of rest, the place we all are striving for. Dottie is now Sheltered in the Arms of God! When I first heard the news I was saddened because of our loss, but in the same thought, I was so happy for Dottie, for I know she is beholding the One she has sang and written about for almost her whole life. We bought a chair in the chapel in rememberance of my Mom. I coudnt believe my ears; yet, I knew in my spirit what Is hearing. I know Mothers Day isnt the best day for such an accident to occur, but my thoughts areWHAT A SURPISE SHE WAS CROSSING OVER TO THAT SHORE AND HER MAMA SEEING HER COMING HOME!!! Holy Spirit Thou Art Welcome. Through her songs, it felt like we knew Dottie so well. I bet she and Vestal are singing with all the great ones that have gone on before! about five years ago. How we need a touch from Him in a way that penetrates deeper than any thing in the natural can manifest. I used to sind country but it was Dottie Rambos songs that convicted me that I wanted to sing for our Lord. There is a problem with your email/password. Tracy She preached around Madisonville in the 60s. Sympathies from the heart go to all involved in the accident. Tennessean coverage of Dottie Rambo's accident, with words from Dolly Parton. Dottie was a blessing and she will live on in the glorious songs she wrote and sang. I believe the songs were Holy Spirit inspired. To me, and to many who cherished, not only the songs she penned but the gift of God she was, she will be sadly missed. I will never forget the first time I saw Dottie at Tri-County Assembly Of God in Fairfield Ohio. The songs of praise she wrote helped many a person to express their love of the Lord Jesus. I will also pray for the others that were with her and are in need of healing. I only wish I could have met her. DOTTIE, you are now seeing him Face to Face in all of his glory. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Box 50508, Nashville, TN 37205. She has always been a part of our christian home. I praise the Lord for all the work He has done through this woman of God. I cried on and on. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. I cant wait until that day comes that I will get to join them. The lawsuit contends that Meadows was speeding and negligent and that Pyramid/DC Investments Leasing are liable for his negligence. I was first introduced to Dottie Rambo by my cousin Shirley Beecham back in the sixties. AllMusic Quiz. Even though Dottie was called home, her legacy will go on. . HOW CAN I GET DOTTIE RAMBO HOME GOING CELEBRATION Dottle Rambo was a great singer for the Lord and she had A great voce to.Now she can sing for Jesus. Sing on.Ms Dottie..you will always be remembered!!!! Of course she told me that I did too. This is a carousel with slides. This cross marks the spot where Country music female vocalist Dottie West was in her fatal car accident on the way to a performance at the Grand Ole Opry. It was at a Womens Breakfast in Ft. Lauderdale, FL in the 80s that Dottie Rambo shared her testimony through speaking and music. I am so saddened to hear of Dotties tragic death. I got to visit with Ms. Dottie 4 more times after that and ENJOYED every single one of them. To Reba & family & all of us who loved Miss Dottie our parting is oly temporary. Just before turning off my light in my bedroom I heard from my mothers room; her tv. I will miss Dottie Rambo I like her singing and so did my wife. Dottie has finally seen the reality of I Shall Behold Him. Strange, but Sunday night the Pastor asked me to sing Go To The Rock at the end of serviceI have sung that song ever since it came out. When they asked for request I shouted Dont Let Me Walk Too Far From Calvary . What an amazing sound! God bess you all. Authentic is the buzz word today both in the secular and Christian circles, its what everyone seems to want to aspire to be., well Dolly achieved it. The survivors have sustained multiple injuries and are receiving medical care. She carried so much elegance and charm, even up til her going HOME time! According to the Troopers' report, the 1997 Prevost Dottie was traveling aboard ran off the roadway, struck the guard rail and an embankment. Id like the lyrics of George Younce- CD- That says it all. Such an inspiration was this petite woman. Vernon, Missouri. Ms. Rambo met Buck Rambo at age 16 and they married soon after, forming a gospel trio that would launch a 50+ years career in Christian music. And such a blessing she has been thru the years to me to everyone. Pray that the Lord will give Ronnie peace within his heart. Seven other people were injured in the accident, which happened about 2:20 a.m. while Rambo was on her way to a Mothers Day performance in Texas. Bro David Baker. I was totally shocked to see our beloved Dottie Rambo was so tragically taken away from us. I want to sing Dont Let Me Walk To Far From Calvary . My father was electrocuted when I was 21. I now have a daughter grown and when she was a little girl she would sing in church with me. Dottie has joined many other greats in the Heavenly Choir what a sound that must be! Billy McCools in Knoxville Tenn. She was already famous for her writting and singing but what really impressed me (blew my mind) She could play the guitar as good as anyone Iv ever heard. . She always brought great encouragement to my life through her songs and testimony. As a young teenager, I learned of Dottie Rambo songs. I remember her comng to our church, Walnut Grove First Pentecostal church in Dawson Springs, Kentucky; I played drums for her to sing, she never looked down on anybody or thought she was better than even a young boy like meshe even thought enough to get me a set of drum sticks from Larry London, the drummer she recorded with and Elvis did also. Oh my! Two of my favorite gospel songs that Dottie wrote are He looked beyond my fault and saw my need and Sheltered in the Arms of God. So I will walk hand-in-hand with my Redeemer, Few women will ever achieve what you did in the Industry. By. I feel so priviledged to have been able to know/meet such a wonderful woman. What a singer she was. Verify and try again. From Terminal 1, the metro is available from 05:59 to 23:37. I had the date circled for weeks. My deepest sympathies and my greatest hope that you will find comfort in our Lords word and Love. They were hospitalized in Springfield with moderate to severe injuries, according to the patrol. These are the times that bring us even closer to God. At 2:19 a.m.,Missouri State Troopers responded to the accident that took place on I-44, two miles east of Mt. I finally got directions and walked in at 7:45. I also know that she is in no pain and wont have to worry about anymore surgerys, but I will miss her sorley. trackback. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Dottie Rambo & the minstry of the Rambos has proven to be a defining influence in my life. D . 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