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Gospel singer Dottie Rambo dies in tour bus wreck in Mo.
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MOUNT VERNON, Mo. (AP) — Joyce "Dottie" Rambo, an influential gospel singer and songwriter, died early Sunday when her tour bus ran off the highway and struck an embankment. She was 74.
Seven other people on the bus were injured in the wreck about two miles east of Mount Vernon on Interstate 44, the Missouri Highway Patrol said. They were hospitalized in Springfield with moderate to severe injuries, according to the patrol.
It was unclear whether the crash was related to the severe storms and tornadoes that hit the region on Saturday. Storms also swept through the area later in the night, according to the National Weather Service.
Rambo, of Nashville, Tenn., was on her way to a Mother's Day performance in Texas, according to her Web site.
"She was a giant in the gospel music industry," said Beckie Simmons, Rambo's agent. "Dolly Parton recorded some of her songs."
Parton sent condolences to "everyone involved in this terrible tragedy."
"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. "Dottie was a dear friend, a fellow singer, songwriter and entertainer, and as of late my duet singing partner."
Rambo was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame last year and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in 2006.
Rambo has had more than 2,500 published songs, including gospel classics such as "He Looked Beyond My Fault and Saw My Need" and the 1982 Gospel Music Association Song of the Year, "We Shall Behold Him."
On the morning that Dottie went to be with the Lord, I sang this song at church as our Praise Dancers performed. We had no idea that we were doing this especilly for her. Still gives me chills.
By mamamunoz [Affiliate User] 1228538734 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down Removegreat song
By l33533 [Affiliate User] 1223671233 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveWe loved you Dottie, but Jesus loved you more.
Rest, sweetly, in His everlasting arms.
my favorite song
By l33533 [Affiliate User] 1216848387 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down Removebullycatmom, Just a note to say that "Soldier take your rest" struck me as the perfect thing to say as regards Ms. Dottie's departure from us, knowing her determination to go on through the hard pain, losses & heartaches she endured, in order to bless others with Jesus. Thank you.
By sanyp [Affiliate User] 1216516012 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveSING VICKIE!!! RIP Ms Dottie Rambo; u will TRULY BE MISSED....
By yngKAT22 [Affiliate User] 1212446518 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveMay 11, 2008 earth grew one voice quieter but Heaven's Choir became much sweeter! We Shall Behold Him is one of those songs that gets better each time you listen to it. Thank You Ms. Dottie for your sensitivity to the voice of God and for your obedience in allowing Him to use you. I have heard others sing this awesome song but, when the Holy Spirit whispered this song I believe it was custom fitted for Sandi Patty. Thank You Ms Dottie Rambo, Soldier take your rest!
By bullycatmom [Affiliate User] 1212121998 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveI can't take it right now have to get off this site, But wanted to leave a commet to her daughter and the rest of the family. The orld over loved your mom she was an awesome songwritter. We shall behold him speaks for it self how awesome mother Dottie was. Be Encourage family she's with jesus precious in the sight of the lord is the death of his saints and a saints she was, very goodly woman. I am soooooooooad but as the song say we shall behold him. Bless you mom for sharg your beautfl gift!
By enayb [Affiliate User] 1211776651 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveRest in peace my sister!
By trinidangerpuppy [Affiliate User] 1210886094 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveWhat a wonderful woman of God. I was blown away when I heard the news. But the most wonderful thing is she will never have to hurt again. Can you imagine one of the greatest writers in the Gospel world now walking on streets of gold,walking by the river of life, and meeting her Savior the One who gave her every one of thoses songs.
God Bless You Dottie Rambo!!
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By tomek27i9 [Affiliate User] 1210673254 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveMy husband and I saw Dottie in concert a little over a month ago. I am even more thankful that we went now. You are now seeing Him FACE TO FACE
By lfrandolph [Affiliate User] 1210622056 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down Removeim soooooooooooo sad
By TJAYWILSON [Affiliate User] 1210616934 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down Removerest in pece dear sister
By tinasattler1 [Affiliate User] 1210595179 Reply Spam [+0] Moderate Up Moderate Down RemoveVERY SAD this happened. Blue Skyz to Dottie.... you are home now with the Lord!
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