“This is the hardest thing ever for a father to have to face.”
Those are the words of The Oak Ridge Boys’ William Lee Golden, whose 65-year-old son has passed away. William “Rusty” Golden died in his home last Monday in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
“I love my family more than anything,” the elder Golden said in a press release. “Rusty was a great musician, a talented songwriter, and a wonderful son. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers for the days ahead. I love you, son.”
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved @RustyGolden last night. We thank you all for your love and support of Rusty over the years and kindly ask for privacy for our family during this difficult time.https://t.co/AnAAjhNsSn pic.twitter.com/RhI8jQDuf7
— William Lee Golden (@wlgolden) July 2, 2024
He went on to ask for privacy as the Golden family grieves their loss.
“We thank you all for your love and support of Rusty over the years and kindly ask for privacy for our family during this difficult time,” Golden wrote.
Condolences and well wishes began pouring in after Golden posted the news to his X account.
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