Just saw the PBS Magic Moments broadcast (I watch every time it is on!) where Don Cherry was guest…delighted to find your music on line and your fabulous website…such wonderful memories there Thank you, Francine, for getting in touch with me to talk about Don’s fabulous dual careers. Your “best man” Norm Alden and I worked together in his Familiar Faces Charity Golf Classic in Fort Worth TX and it was such a pleasure to see him in your on-line wedding album. Thanks for the update keeping us Fans of the 50s listening to your music and sharing your busy activities. God bless your travels and good health to you both.

Don...We were in high school at the same time in Wichita Falls. As for me class of 1943. My first announcing job was at KTRN where you came for your program a couple of times a week. I would introduce you. If I recall accurately, your accompanist was Arlene Murph.

I worked for Pulitzer Publishing Company in St. Louis, KSD radio and KSD-TV--1949 to 1980.

Loved that "Band of Gold."

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Just saw a replay of Your PBS show for about the 3rd time. Your still as good as You were when I remember You in the 50'. Wish You well always.

HI DON THE SHOW ON 89.7 WLNZ FM WAS REALLY GOOD AND WELL DONE,I LISTEN TO BOTH SAT.-SUN.IT WAS NICE TO HEAR YOUR VOICE,I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THE SHOW IN APRIL WHEN IT WILL BE 2-3 HRS OF YOU ALONE.THE REASON I EMAILED YOU SOONER IS BECAUSE A GOOD FRIEND OF OURS GOT RUSHED TO THE HOPITAL IN BAD SHAPE SO I HAVE BEEN DRIVING HIS WIFE TO THE HOSPITAL AND AROUND TOWN. I HOPE YOU AND FRANCINE HAD NICE SUPPER AND VIST WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FANS ON YOUR BIRTHDAY, HOPE TO SEE YOU AND FRANCINE SOON HAVE A NICE DAY

Don,
Hope you are having a very happy birthday. Thankyou for your wonderful music over the years and you're still number one on my play list.

Also wishing Francine and yourself a Happy new year.
Regards John.

Don, We wish you a very Happy Birthday. We hope You have a great day. We are looking forward to your radio interview today.
Best wishes, Jim & Pat

I sent one message earlier today. It is not showing here... so I'll try again.
I just wanted to wish you a very Happy Birthday Mr. Cherry! I hope you and Mrs. Cherry are enjoying the new year!
( I know your birthday isn't until the 11th. )

wishing a very happy birthday to the best vocalist around today. i hope to see more albums released in 2013

Dear Don & Francine,
Here is hoping you both have a blessed and happy New Year. You are in my prayers. Love to Both

Remembering Don in Mrs. Didzun's music classes in Hardin Jr. College, Wichita Falls, Texas. Also, we were in the college choir together. I think I remember him singng Mona Lisa with the college stage band. That was in 1945-46 or 47. I am glad I found this website finding out about his exciting life since those days in Wichita Falls.

Best wishes to both of you, Don and Francine in 2013.

Rosie Crenshaw

Heres wishing you both a very Merry Christmas. This time of year we reflect the important people in our lives.I think of you as very important in my life. Thanks for being there...Love to both.

Thank you Francine. My cds arrived today and I have already played them. I am right now listening again to the Happy Holidays. This is the most beautiful holiday album I have ever heard. If I had looked at it earlier I would have ordered sooner. Since you sent it to me as a gift - I will order 3 more for gifts tonight.

You must add ESP to your talents because I had 4 favorite songs Don sings that I have been playing for my friends. Statue of a Fool, Sand and Shovels, and Going Away Party and Wonder Where They're Going. I am not really a sad person but something in his voice tears me apart.

Thanks again and both of you have a Very Merry Christmas and all the best for 2013.

PS I did listen to the Lansing Station with Jim stone but the cd is so much better.

A fan of two Cherries

Anne

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Cherry,
I just wrote a message and can't seem to get it sent. Trying again...I just wanted to say I hope you two are well and that you are both enjoying the holidays. I feel lousy about not communicating better...But I hope you know I think about the two of you very often.
Bret

Hello Don & Francine, I just wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving And to say How thankful I am to call you "Friend" I love you both.
With much love
Pat & Jim

I just started watching a Net Flick series MadMen and to my surprise the first thing I heard was Band of Gold by Don Cherry. What a wonderful surprise. I wish you well, Don and Francine.

Hi Francine and Don! I'm so glad to have met you today at the polling place in Boulevard Mall. Francine, thank you so much for having Don autographed my copy of his newsletter. You are a beautiful couple and I really wish I had met you before. I just downloaded "Band of Gold" and "Thinking of You" on my iPhone. I hope we get to meet again. Take care and God bless.

Hi Francine and Don,
Have been thinking about you and just wanted to say hi. Have been wanting to get more of Don's music but just haven't been able to. Hope you two are doing well and keeping healthy.
My best to you both,
Lynn

Dear Francine & Don, We want to wish you both an very Happy Anniversary. You are so very lucky to have each other. Love you both dearly.
Pat & Jim

Dear Don & Francine,
Francine, I could hear the sadness in your voice, and I want you to know that you and Don are in my heart on this day. Always in my heart. On this day and all days Ever.. Pat

Don and Francine, Betty and I want you to know that we have Steven in our heart today, and the both of you in our prayers. As you know you are very special to us.

Love You
Jerry and Betty

Thoughts and prayers are with you, on this day of remembrance, when you lost your son.

Hi Don and Francine
I am going to phone you today 08/26/12
I am going order 5cds 1dvd
Love you both
Joan and Richard cox

Don-This is the first time that I've written to an entertainer. My lady & I discovered karaoke about 4 years ago. She's 55 & I'm 71. She likes the 80's music & I prefer the easier, more romantic music of the 50's & 60's. I remember your music from back then & tonight "re-discovered" your recording of "Band of Gold". I'm going to give it a try this weekend when we sing at our favorite spots. Thank you for your wonderful music.

I remember you so well from my teen years, so when Shawn joined our hallmark club years ago I was delighted to get to know him. I was at his house last week for a hallmark dinner and am happy about his future plans to become a college professor. He and Vince were fun hosts and hopefully we will celebrate his graduation next year. I also enjoyed your website which brought back memories.

Hello Don and Francine....listened to your cds lately...love the sound of your wonderful voice. Thanks for still being available to bless us with that gift.
Nina

Hey Francine....I sent some pics to your cell phone, hope you received them. Jan

Hello there,
I just wanted to thank Mr. Cherry for changing my life. Just 30 minutes ago I heard "Vanity" and instantly became a huge fan. I just turned 19 a week ago. I will surely always mark the beginning of my 19th year as the year I discovered Don Cherry. Im now downloading all of the Cherry I can find. His singing is so relaxed and laid back but not unintentional and thoughtless like a handful of pop singers of the golden age. His approach creates a very soulful and hip sound and style. Im listening as I write this and am just shaking my head in amazement.
Bill Kenny of The Ink Spots who is my all time favorite was also a great singer/golfer. Maybe Mr. Cherry played with Kenny a time or two? Anyway, Thank you so much for maintaining this website and if you could share this message with Mr. Cherry that would be greatly appreciated. I would like him to know he's got a new big (younger) fan. :-)
God Bless
Austin in Portland

Hi Mrs. Cherry,
It's been awhile since our last visit. I hope you and Mr. Cherry are both very well. You're both in my thoughts.
Your friend,
Bret

Dear Don and Francine: Thank you so much for inviting us to your home! It was so interesting. We could listen to your stories forever.

The warmth and kindness you both showed to the two of us this past Memorial Day, was so refreshing. You made us feel like family.

Both You and Don have so much love and talent between the two of you its amazing!!. Two people couldn't be more made for each other than the two of you!!

We are so looking forward to a our friendship with the both of you.

Thank you again for everything,and thank you too Jerry for making this happen :)...

Love Mary & Roy

What a wonderful voice. I have my collection of Don's songs downloaded in my PC and enjoy it so very much. "The Voice" has gotten better with Time. Great website....