George Beverly Shea

George Beverly Shea

George Shea Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 17, 2013.
MONTREAT, North Carolina (AP) - George Beverly Shea, whose booming baritone voice echoed through stadiums, squares and souls during a decades-long career with evangelist Billy Graham, died Tuesday. He was 104.

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association spokesman Brent Rinehart said Shea died in Asheville after a brief illness.

Shea's rendition of "How Great Thou Art" came to define the faith of a Protestant generation that Graham helped bring to Jesus Christ. He performed live before an estimated 200 million people at crusades over the years - taking him from North Dakota to North Korea and beyond.

He joined Graham's crusade team in 1947 and stayed until Graham's declining health ended most of the evangelist's public appearances nearly 60 years later.

"As a young man starting my ministry, I asked Bev if he would join me," Graham said then. "He said yes and for over 60 years we had the privilege of ministering together across the country and around the world. Bev was one of the most humble, gracious men I have ever known and one of my closest friends. I loved him as a brother."

A Canadian immigrant who became one of America's most-recognized gospel soloists, Shea himself summed up his career with one of his inspirational trademarks: "The Wonder of It All."

"I just thought it was such a privilege," Shea said in a January 2009 interview.

Despite several chances to perform on the secular stage, Shea largely stuck with gospel music. He recorded dozens of albums of sacred music and was nominated for 10 Grammys. He won a Grammy for best gospel recording in 1965 for his album "Southland Favorites." At age 88, he recorded his first country-and-western album.

Shea believed the simplicity of old hymns drew people to his music.

"It's the message of the lyrics, the test that hits the heart in a hurry and the melody that goes along with it and seems to all go together," Shea said.

Born Fe b. 1, 1909, in Winchester, Ontario, George Beverly Shea grew up singing around the family dinner table and then later in his father's church choir.

Though his father was a Wesleyan minister, Shea recalled that he was a wandering teenager who needed direction. He had wavered several times from the gospel until the week his father put on a special effort to draw people to the faith.

When the invitation came, the gospel song "Just As I Am" - a tune that he himself later sang and recorded - filled the sanctuary. His father left the pulpit and walked to the back pew where Shea said he putting his hand on my shoulder, saying "son, tonight might be the night."

"I love my Dad. I walked with him right down that middle aisle," Shea recalled. "My father always knelt on one knee, so I knelt on one knee. That's when it happened."

With more drive and focus, Shea moved to New York City and trained with voice coaches, singing on radio stations WMCA and WHN. Though he had a chance to work in the secular business, Shea instead chose to move to Chicago, where he built his popularity at radio station WMBI and later on ABC radio's "Club Time." So he was already well-known in Christian music circles even before he met Graham when the lanky young man, then a student at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, came to the WMBI studio in Chicago in the early 1940s.

"I knew he was from the South. I could hear it in my ears," Shea recalled. "He was what I call a Southern gentleman. He was just too complimentary of what he was hearing on the air."

Their friendship began with that first handshake.

"I said: 'The only gospel singers I've ever heard of, they have to sing a little bit and then talk for a while, would I have to do that?'" Shea recalled.

"I hope not," was Graham's response. A few years later, in 1947, the two began their crusade ministry.

Shea always performed a peaceful hymn just before the famed evangelist preac hed his message and asked people to make Jesus their personal savior. Graham "really loves the quiet song before he speaks. Perhaps something that will point to what he's going to speak on," Shea said.

Kurt Kaiser, Shea's accompanist of 30 years, recalled his personal touch.

"When he begins to sing a song, he can sing it directly to you. He tried to find a single face in the audience, maybe a sympathetic gaze," Kaiser once said. "This personal quality is the same thing that can be found in the gospel message."

Shea released only a handful of his own songs during his career, including "The Wonder of It All," but was particularly known for reviving gospel classics, such as "How Great Thou Art," originally a 19th century Swedish hymn that Shea first recorded in 1956.

The soloist had two children from his marriage to his first wife, Erma, who died in 1976. Shea and his second wife, Karlene, lived in Montreat.

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MIKE BAKER, Associated Press

Associated Press Writer Tom For eman Jr. in Raleigh contributed to this report. Mike Baker can be reached on Facebook at: http://on.fb.me/HiPpEV


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April 13, 2024

George: rip we enjoyed how great thou art and your other uplifting hymns !!! :)

April 19, 2020

My condolences to the family. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family.

April 4, 2018

At the age of 12 I had the honor of singing with and for Mr Shea in Raleigh Nc. H e was a Phenom!

Thomas & Libby Widgeon

February 23, 2018

Sorry For Your Loss!

Fran Brown

April 25, 2016

We were so blessed to be blessed by his ministry through Jesus Christ.

April 15, 2016

As A child every time you were on TV I would come running and stand next to the TV and belt out How Great Thou Art and other songs with you it brought joy to my Mother. She said I did that ever since I could walk and talk. Thank You for so willing serving Our Precious Father.

James F.

October 3, 2015

Mr. Shea's baritone voice was second to none. It brought tears to your eyes. What a full life he had. He certainly was a man of God.

esther santini

January 31, 2015

Mr. Shea,I want to thank you for your beautiful Hymns you sang,I got to see you in one of Billy Grahams services in el paso texas. Most of all I want to wish you a "Happy Birthday" with all the angels that surround you. February 1st. Love ESTHER.

Glenda Hilyard

December 27, 2014

I loved this man of God. I have always loved the song Just as I Am, when i first
hear it on the Billy Graham crusade. I love you dear brother.

December 27, 2014

I enjoyed watching the Billy Graham crusade. I have loved George Shea for
a long time. May he rest with our savior. Love you George

Catherine Rideout

November 8, 2014

My Grandmother had the privilege of accompanying Mr. Shea on the piano during his visit to the Salvation Army senior rest home in Los Angeles Calif. My Grandmother was in her late 80's at the time. He was such a gracious man and such a blessing to all. I can hear him singing praises now and perhaps Elizabeth is playing the piano as well! We have all been blessed indeed!

Judy Ketner

April 16, 2014

The first time I heard Bev Shea sing I was a young child and he was at a revival meeting with Billy Graham at Winona Lake IN. What a gift of God they presented to me. More recently I enjoyed their ministry through the Bill Gaither Ministries. What a blessing.

anniece hemphill

April 15, 2014

I grew up watching Billy Graham crusade with my grandmother. The beautiful voice of Mr.Shea was a gift from God.

March 31, 2014

What a servant of The Lord, from a child I have loved to hear Beverly Shea worship The Lord in song. Thank you Sir. The sounds of heaven are richer now. Ruthann.

Terry Beals

February 15, 2014

His God given talent always ministered to my soul. I am thankful to have heard him. The church will miss him.

kerry Browning

January 31, 2014

I grew up watching my brother in christ and a servant of god, we will see you in heaven at gods second return, amen.

David Stickel

December 28, 2013

Just finished watching "Bill Gather special" about George. I am 66 and as long as I can remember his voice and words has been a blessing to me.

A.J. Ingersoll

December 28, 2013

Mr. Shea has blessed my life so much that I can't put it into words. I only pray for more Godly men like him.

December 28, 2013

a special gifted man from God to deliver messages through songs. a special talent and with heart-filled dedication for the many years will never be forgotten by millions who have heard this special man.

Brenda Berry

August 11, 2013

George Beverly Shea allowed God to use him to bless so many with his singing, including me. He and his ministry has been a part of my life for years. I know he's now with our Lord, but he will be missed.

sandy smith

August 8, 2013

he had the most beautiful voice ihave ever heard i loved his how great thou art. rest in peace my friend.

Barbara Gray

July 26, 2013

Go now my friend and receive what is stored up for you in heaven. you left a long legacy for us all. Thank you George

Nancy Phillips

July 25, 2013

This world was so blessed by Mr. George's love for Christ & love for others-- and he expressed that so well in his beautiful voice & testimony!

Margaret Steward

June 8, 2013

He was a great Singer well be missed by all who new him

Phyllis Brown

June 8, 2013

I heard the singing of Beverly Shea as my Mother listened to him on the radio. I was blessed more so in my older years.

Donna Dlug

June 2, 2013

I will get to hear your grand GOD given voice again my dear brother. When our mighty KING calls us to be with HIM in the clouds forever Amen
In Christ Jesus

larry haynie

May 24, 2013

He was a great man in your grand mother eyes. he was a great singer for Billy Graham. Will be miss.

Sue Cooley

May 15, 2013

What a wonderful man that God has used to lead others to Christ. I am glad that I grew up at a time when men, such as Mr. Shea and Dr. Graham, proclaimed clearly the Word of God. Mr. Shea's voice was so clear and smoothing. I love to hear him sing. BBN plays a lot of his songs. Thank you to his family for sharing this man of God with us.

Scott Prosser

May 12, 2013

What an inspiration! I was blessed to hear "How Great Thou Art" while the thunder was truly rolling in Buffalo. See you on the other side.

Princess R

May 11, 2013

I would like to give my respects to George Shea. Even though I didn't know him personally. I understand he was a beautiful singer of hyms and such. I just would like you to know George reminds me of (1 Chorn. 29:28)how as David, George too died at a " Good old age, Satisified in days." I can believe he did live a happy life and brightened peoples lives with his wonderful voice. May you come to see the person he was and remember him for this.

Keverne Arthur

May 11, 2013

Condolances to the family and all friends. How Great Thou Art was well written, and was well sung.....everytime. So much life and energy at 100+ certainly redefines ''growing old''. R.I.P. Mr. Shea.

Pat Cullers

May 11, 2013

George was an enigma. I know I grew up hearing him and Billy Graham, and I know a lot of others did too. I will not consider it a loss that he is gone, but a pleasure having had him in our lives for so long.

Harold Hill

May 9, 2013

I grew up listening to Billy Graham Crusades, my Mother had the TV turned all the way up every time it was on. They still show the Billy Graham Classics on TBN and I love watching them. That group of Christian men changed the world for millions. Mr. Shae had a voice that was big part of the success of the Crusades. "How Great Thou Art" was Mr. Shae's song and he sang it with the Holy Spirit flowing out his voice. He was a great Christian Man and an inspiration to many. His voice will never be forgotten and "How Great Thou Art" will never be performed the same by anyone. God Bless the family and I will see Mr. Shae singing in Heaven one day.

geetha uppin

May 9, 2013

Thank you for dedicating your life for christ through beautiful hymns and songs

Joy Suluk

May 6, 2013

The homecoming must have been something else and he is now singing in person to the One he served on earth. Mut'na (thank you) George Beverly Shea for sharing your voice with us.

Elizabeth Randall

May 2, 2013

He was a gift from God to people the world over. The personal welcome by Jesus to his heavenly home must have been something that words would have been inadequate to describe.

Darlene Spruiell Jordan

May 2, 2013

Christ's love shone in this gentle man's eyes, smile, heart and wonderful voice! I am 62 years old, and I've listened to him, alongside Billy, for decades, beginning as a young girl, surrounded by my family in our living room. His singing was a sermon in itself! Such warmth and love he put into it! What an amazing blessing he has been to millions, myself just one of them! Though I never met him, I still felt a love and deep thankfulness for him. He had a special place in my heart. I've always loved his "I'd Rather Have Jesus,"...and oh, he does... for eternity!! Prayers for comfort for his family. I feel a "missing," and I know yours is great. But I, also, know there is rejoicing in heaven over the homecoming of this saint! What singing there!! God bless you.
Darlene Jordan, Atlanta, Georgia

Shelia Miller

April 30, 2013

While hospitalized a few years back; I had the of hearing Mr. Shea sing. What a beautiful voice!

The Charlie and Sadie Ledford Dillard

April 30, 2013

When your heart is empty,filling it with happy memories of how great thy are!

Marie Mathis-Cook

April 29, 2013

As a young child, I remember my mother listening to his wonderful music. One song particular is "How Great thou art". My dad was not a Godly father, but he loved to hear him sing this. I know he has a front row seat with his heavenly father above. My sympathy is with his family. Grief not for we know he is in Paradise tonight.

Frank Candlish

April 29, 2013

How blessed our lives have been because of this man's dedication to Christ and his music calling mankind to our dear Lord Jesus.

JIM NEDERHOFF

April 29, 2013

GEORGE WAS A GREAT VOICE FOR GOD LOVE WATCHING HIM ON TV SHOWS AND SING HOW GREAT THOU ART MY FAVORITE SONG PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY GOD BLESS AMEN.

J. Johnson

April 29, 2013

I wish to express my condolences to the family. In your time of bereavement, please know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I'm sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends, you will receive the comfort and support you need to cope with your grief.

Steve & Judy Ferm

April 28, 2013

Karlene,
We were so glad to have known Bev even for the few times we did get together. I know you will miss him as will many, many others. Praise God! We know where he is singing now!!

Connie Dahl

April 26, 2013

Amen! It was at one of the crusades that was televised I remember being in awe of George and Billy Graham's message. The Lord filled me with the Holy Spirit and I wrote a letter. I don't remember what I wrote but I do remember that urge to write and that it was urgent that I put my feelings and what was on my heart into words as if someone was pushing me to do it. Faithful to the finish is well said and we witnessed the work of the Holy Spirit through the ministry of George and Billy Graham team. Let us carry on that torch and let our light shine before men so that they may give glory to God for the light they see in us.

De Young

April 26, 2013

An angel gone to be with the Lord. Well done, thy good and faithful servant. You gave the world the music and songs it needed and you were a blessing to all who were blessed to hear your melodious voice.

Joyce Murray

April 24, 2013

Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints. George Beverly Shea was certainly one of them. His singing was my all time favorite. You are missed and I look forward to meeting you in person in GLORY.
Warmly,

CARLEEN OSSA

April 24, 2013

I BEGAN LISTENING TO BRO SHEA WHEN I THIRTEEN YEARS OLD. HIS RECORDING WITH THE JORDANAIRES WAS THE FIRST ALBUM MY FATHER BOUGHT. MR SHEA WAS WONDERFUL CHRISTIAN GENTLEMEN AND HIS LIFE SHOULD BE AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL.
CARLEEN OSSA
MODESTO, CA

Deborah C.

April 24, 2013

At this very moment in eternity we can be certain that George Beverly Shea is proclaiming over and over,"How Great Thou Art!" May the family find comfort today and in the days ahead.

Tina Payne

April 24, 2013

I know our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was happy to welcome you Home in Heaven! I have listened and been a fan of yours since I was 3 years old if not longer! Prayers for your loved ones and I look forward to meeting you in Heaven and hearing you sing again in person as I did at yours and Billy's crusade in Atlanta GA! I will want to hear you sing "I'd Rather Have Jesus" first, as no one can do your hymn as well as you! I bet my grandmother is thrilled you are there; please give her my love! I am praying for your loved ones here missing you that God will comfort them. Thanks to God for letting this world have you for 104 years!

Carol Borst

April 23, 2013

MR Shea gave many millions,, hours of blessings with his voice and testimony..THANK YOU

Elenora W

April 23, 2013

may your soul rest in perfect piece. I love when Mr.Shea spoke about his mother,I know he is singing with her and those angels right now.To live is Christ and to die is gain.

Angie Carr

April 23, 2013

I loved to hear this man sing! He was always that great voice that "set the table" for Dr. Billy Graham to "preach the Word". The two were like no other in their fields. I was lucky enough to see Mr. Shea at the Billy Graham Conference Center one April a few years ago, and I was in awe!!! What a man and what a singer!! He and Cliff Barrows together were super!! I only wish I could meet Dr. Billy Graham now, and that would complete the package!!! George Beverly Shea will always be special to all of us Music Directors, I'm sure!! God Bless you, the family of this great man! Angie Carr, Tifton FUMC Tifton, Ga.

Anda Wynn

April 23, 2013

I grew up hearing George Beverly Shea music and I am better for it. What a wonderful long life he had. God Bless all of you.

April 23, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss may you rely on God during this difficult time

Joyce Baker

April 23, 2013

Billy Graham's sermons and George Shea's singing was a blessing to all. Thank you Mr. Shea for sharing your incredible voice. RIP

David Brooks

April 22, 2013

Read Bev's hymn story book everyday as an encouragement. I'd like to receive a brochure/bulletin from the funeral, but don't know how to get one.

Raymond Holmes

April 22, 2013

Like listening to evangelist Charles Fuller, Old Fashion Revival Hour, Long
Beach, CA, I well remember listening close to the little family radio to
BILLY GRAHAM and his team. It was GREAT seeing them in person at the "Youth For Christ" convention at Winona
Lake, IN. At 81 I've been playing gospel music most of my life.
Raymond Holmes
Pinellas Park, FL - - Chattanooga, TN

Vonnie Edwards

April 22, 2013

I remember seeing Mr. Shea sing on T.V.when I was a little girl.His voice would want you to know who he was singing about.Thank you GOD for giving him this wonderful voice.He will be missed ,but Jesus was ready for him in his choir in heaven.Thank,s for the wonderful songs he shared with us all.

Loretta Prior

April 22, 2013

Loved to hear this gentleman sing.Have listened to him for many,many years.His voice is the greatest.Blessing's and prayer to the family.

Diana A

April 22, 2013

I've watched the Billy Graham crusades since I was a child and always loved to hear him sing..especially "I'd Rather Have Jesus", one of my favorite songs...what an incredible Godly man.

Judy Buckler

April 22, 2013

I'm 66 years old and have listened to Mr. Shea since I was a very small child. My Mother loved to hear him sing. My (as was my mother's) favorite was "Precious Lord." He was a very blessed man who blessed millions of others with his God-given talent. God bless him and all of his family.

Sherry Colbert

April 22, 2013

Listened to him in person at Graham crusades when I was a teen. He was wonderful then and I'm sure he still is. Beautiful voice added to Heaven's choir. Sorry for your loss here on earth, but we will see and HEAR him again!

Sandra Dean

April 22, 2013

I'd RATHER HAVE JESUS was such a beautiful song and hymn he wrote and sang! He is singing with the angels indeed.
Loved playing his songs on piano. Farewell to one of the greatest Christians!!

Rickey Harris

April 22, 2013

God gave George Beverly Shea the most beautiful voice that I have ever heard,he will be truly missed.

April 22, 2013

My one claim to fame is accompanying Mr. Shea when he sang at my old Bob Jones roommate's wedding in Clarendon Hills, IL...he sang "I'd rather have Jesus". He said he didn't sing at many weddings but knew her father well. As he sang, chills went up and down my spine. I'll NEVER forget it! What a blessing he's been to the world!
Bee Wolter

Marie Watts

April 22, 2013

May you sing with the Angels in Heaven as you did on earth.
So gald we can enjoy your music forever!

Jane Bateman

April 22, 2013

"How Great Thou Art" whetted my appetite to watch the '57 NY Crusade. I became a Christian as I watched that Crusade from my home in VA. Thank you, Jesus, for using Bev Shea. I can only imagine how he sounds singing "How Great Thou Art" at the Throne.

Terri

April 22, 2013

I grew up listening to Mr. Shea beautifully sing gospel songs, but when he sing, "This little light of mine"...it became my favorite. <3

Gail Culyer

April 22, 2013

I was in the nith grade when I first heard Mr. Shea sing at the Charlotte Crusdade. Everyone was given a copy of "How Great Thou Art." I have always loved hymns, and he was my favorite singer and such an inspiration to me. I sent him a note on his 100th birthday and received a personal reply. You cannot imagine how surprised I was and how much I treasure it.

Amanda Sellers

April 22, 2013

RIP MR. SHEA...Thanks for all the wonderful songs for many many years. GOD took home a wonderful son.

David Williams

April 22, 2013

I love all types of music from Southern Rock to Classical, but whenever I hear George Beverly Shea, I will always stop and tears will fill up my eyes. Something about his voice, his spirit, emulates what Christ wants from us.

janet crane

April 22, 2013

A life well lived for the Lord. He was a blessing to many. Rest in the arms of Jesus.

James Thompson

April 22, 2013

One of the true greats of the Old Time Singing Voices. He is rejoicing with Jesus right now, and I am jealous. See you soon mr Shea!

Carleen

April 22, 2013

Heaven is a sweeter place today. Praying for your friends and family. You will be truly missed, God Bless you.

The Hayes Family

April 22, 2013

We loved to hear you sing oh my hearing you sing was a true treat... Sincere Condolences to your family may all there memories help guide them through this tough hard time... R.I.P. Mr. GEORGE BEVERLY SHEA... Our thoughts and prayers are with your family...

Michele Lynn ENLOE

April 22, 2013

hope to meet you some day
In heaven & your wife to & the
Bee gees & Andy gibb one day

Nina Creel

April 21, 2013

I remember sitting in the choir loft of a packed church in Wellsville, NY and listening to him speak and sing. After the service I shook his hand, even though he was nursing a sore throat. RIP. You have your reward in Heaven.

may hutchison

April 21, 2013

He was my favorite

Kerm and Grace Kvamme

April 21, 2013

We loved hearing you sing. God gave you a wonderful voice and you used it for His glory. In your life journey, you finished faithful and strong.

Charles Banks

April 21, 2013

I loved listening to George Shea music, you will be missed.

Getting a Canadian haircut

Bernie Burns

April 21, 2013

Bernie & Pat Burns

April 21, 2013

We will always remember what your friendship meant to us.
It was truly a privilege. Your job here is finished & your award is in Heaven with you. Pat & Bernie Burns

B Brady

April 21, 2013

Thank for allowing God to use your voice and your life. I will forever remember the first time I heard You sing Just As I.

Metropolitan Ephraem Bertolette

April 21, 2013

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints."-Psalm 116:15. COME THOU GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANY.

Joyce Scherz

April 21, 2013

Your voice was always heaven on earth to us all...you'll now sing to our hearts from Heaven.
Love and tight hugs to the family..

ken falk

April 21, 2013

The world lost a great voice and heaven gets a great new singer to sing to the ones that have gone there before us.

lINDA cARLEY

April 21, 2013

what a blessing to live for 104years serving our Lord and Saviour. I loved hearing George singing all these wonderful years. I would love him sing How Great Thou Art. He was truly the best soloist I have every known. Thank you for your integrity and Love for Jesus.

Jane Thompson Gurley

April 21, 2013

What a priviledge to have lived during the music ministry of George Beverly Shea. He touched my heart from the first time I heard him sing during the 1957 Billy Graham Crusade in Charlotte, NC. I was 7 years old. God blessed him with the gift of being able to share God's love through music. All who have ever heard George Beverly Shea sing have been blessed. Billy Graham and George Beverly Shea have brought so many to the beginnings of their Christian walk. To Mr. Shea's family, thank you for sharing him with the rest of us. God's peace be with you.

Bill Robinson

April 21, 2013

He Was a great man of God & God let us have you for 104 years & one day soon we will see you & hear you Wonderful Voice Again & now you are doing God's Will now in Heaven!

Bob Ford

April 21, 2013

You will be missed very much. I can remember you singing back in the 50's. My dad was 95 and passed away 2 years ago. He played the harmonica in nursing homes for the ones who could not get out to go to church. I am sure the two of you are singing in Heaven in God's choir. Thank you for all of your singing of gospel music and leading a good Christian life May God Bless you and rest in peace

Dick and Frances Bryson

April 21, 2013

We loved to hear him sing,and had high respect for MR. Shea.

KEN&MARY O'DANIEL

April 21, 2013

WEA ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS,&CONDOLENCES TO THE SHEA FAMILY,FRIENDS,FANS,&ALL WHO KNEW MR. SHEA.

Melinda Taylor

April 21, 2013

I've grown up hearing this wonderful man sing his gospel songs with Rev. Billy Graham"s crusades.He's been a faithful servant of the Lord and has been welcomed home in glory.I'm sure all that have had the privilege of working with him will miss him,as we all will...but his race has been run,his journey on this plane,complete.Now,he will have eternity to sing with the choirs of heaven with Yeshua and the saints around the throne of the Father.Well done,thou good and faithful servant...well done.

Debi Greene

April 21, 2013

Thank you for your loyal service to the Lord and sharing you beautiful gift of song with us. We will miss you our Brother in Christ.
Mr. Shea's baritone voice sent warm goose bumps up my back. To hear him sign like an Angel "How Great Thou Art"
My he be in God's Heavenly Choir

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