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bobby fischer
September 8, 2022
don was a highlight in my life blessed to write with him bobby fischer
Heather Baker
September 16, 2011
Emily and family!
I hope that the messages here provide you comfort for your loss. Don's memory will forever be cherished on this earth as he did so many great things. He was a true inspiration to me, a "nobody" songwriter and countless others. I will treasure the moments I had with him. May God bless your family and help you to heal through this.
paula thaxton
September 16, 2011
dear emily, dewayne and donna and family
the service yesturday was a loving and beautiful tribute to a kind loving man. i was so touched by the showing of love for don. he will be missed. love paula
Jamey Whiting
September 15, 2011
I met Don in 2005, and immediately became friends with him. What a gentle intelligent man. There was always a laugh - he had a way to make his friends say funny things - and he was always a joy to be with. I was a lucky songwriter/musician to have been able to get to know Don and write and perform with him. He will be deeply missed by both Tammy and myself. Our sympathy to Emily and the family.
Tori Mason
September 15, 2011
MIss Emily, and to all of Don's family, I am so sorry for you loss. I was one of countless fledgling songwriters who Don encouraged, and I will forever be grateful to him for that. What a sweet, sincere gentleman. My prayers go out to you all in this great time of sorrow. We truly have lost one of the good ones.
Bart Herbison
September 15, 2011
To Don's Family and Friends:
Don was one of the most respected, admired and loved songwriters. Just his demeanor -- his paitence and wit taught me a lot. Don accompanied me to Washington, D.C. to advocate for songwriter rights. He made special friends with Congressman Howard Coble who headed the Committee that dealt with songwriter issues. They bonded and their communications both advanced the songwriter agenda... and they beacame friends. I was with Congressman Coble this week. He spoke with Don just a few days ago. The lyrics to "Country Bumpkin", handwritten by Don.... are framed and at the entrance to the Congessman's office. We sure miss you Don.
Bart Herbison, Nashville Songwriters Association
Tina Rowland-Erwin
September 15, 2011
One of my fondest memories as a child was a visit from Uncle Don and Aunt Emily. Uncle Don pulled out his guitar and sang songs for us as my grandfather recorded it. Uncle Don sang Hank, Poor Little Jimmy, Country Bumpkin and a few other songs. I still have that old recording from 1975 and cherish it very much. So thankful for the time I did get to share with my family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. Love and Blessings.
Colleen Lloy
September 15, 2011
We love and miss you Country Bumpkin! You were always an inspiration to me and so generous with your smiles. I am privileged to have been one of the lucky people to play with you and Jimmy Payne. I will treasure those memories forever! See you in Heaven! Colleen Lloy
Rebecca Burchett
September 15, 2011
"Miss Emily and Family"
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and will continue to be with you as you begin the process of resuming life without your dear beloved husband, friend and lifelong buddy by your side. I will always remember his soft spoken manner and his quick laughter plus his love of a good song. Don write one for the heavenly choir now! Rebecca and Terry Burchett
Lynda Isom Bleser
September 15, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Don with my Aunt Nellie Smith Freels (his sister). What a kind man, she loved him very much. Together in heaven lyrics and laughter, oh what a time they are having! May God be with his family and his presence be the strength to hold them all together.
Damon Williams
September 15, 2011
Uncle Don to me was a wonderful wonderful man. Christmas and Thanks giving will not be the same without him, Sittin in his easy chair as aunt emily prepared dinner and all the kids ran all over the house. Dwayne Donna and aunt Emily I love you and am so sorry. I'll simply put as maam maw did. He was a precious precious man. I'll miss you uncle Don and love you very much.
Dwayne
Michael Kosser
September 14, 2011
The world was so much better when you walked with us. There are many of us here who will miss you terribly. You were a rare mixture of talent and kindness. Till later, my friend.
Kenneth Murphy
September 14, 2011
I only knew Don through the songs he wrote. He was a real song writer. Touched my life, and still does. Thanks to his family for sharing him!
Mollie Simpson
September 14, 2011
Uncle Don, You were very much loved and will be very much missed. But I will always have my memories of coming to see you and Aunt Emily when I was young, playing on the hillside up on the ridge......
September 14, 2011
As a aspiring songwriter I came to Nashville i 2001. I played my first songs at a local venue and Mr. Wayne was in the audience. He became a friend and mentor for me as well as many other writers know. Thank you Mr. Wayne for your attention and kindness to a fledgling writer. I will miss you!
Blessings,
Gary Cavanaugh
Tommy Turner
September 14, 2011
Don is a Hero to me.He spent some time with me listened to and commented on songs I wrote. He is a great songwriter and is loved by so many .Lord we are sad to see him leave here but Praise you that you sent him.Psalm 150
Rodney Lay, Jr.
September 14, 2011
I had the honor of singing a few demos for Don and he was one of the kindest souls I ever met in Nashville. A humble man with a wealth of talent and wisdom who always had time to share his gift with those of us who learned so much from him. He truly was a class act and a southern gentleman. See you later "Country Bumpkin"...
L J Coon
September 14, 2011
Donald William "Don Wayne" CHOATE
Welcome Home
written by L J Coon
Welcome home my friend, from so much suffering
Welcome home my friend, step out of the pain
It's ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend welcome home
Talk of love ones lost, so many years ago
And how you hurt inside, till no more tears would flow
Let the healing start, you can't look back no more
Its ok my friend welcome home
Welcome home, from so much suffering
Welcome home, step out of the pain
It's ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend, welcome home
Could I somehow sooth, your pain that lives within
If you just let go, the healing will begin
Holding on so tight, letting go is half the test
Its ok my friend welcome home
Welcome home, from so much suffering
Welcome home, step out of the pain
It's ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend, welcome home
It's ok my friend the pain won't hurt, no more ...
L J Coon
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Lori McCray
September 14, 2011
I, too am so sorry for the loss of such a dear man. I regret that I did not have a chance to meet him personally, but felt as if I knew him. He was such a good friend to my parents, Terry and Diane Williford, and they spoke so kindly of him often. My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow and loss.
Sincerely,
Lori Williford-McCray
Diane Williford
September 14, 2011
Miss Sunshine, Donna & family - I'm so sorry for your loss - I have never known anyone that I have known only for a dear, short time that has impacted my life as he did. He was a true gentleman and friend. We really loved him more than he will ever know. May God be with you at this time. Love you, Diane Williford
Penny Foreman
September 14, 2011
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to Miss Emily and her family. Don was a wonderful man and I will never forget his many kindnessess. He was a great mentor in my teen years and I have always held him dear.
Lou Anne Williams
September 14, 2011
My heart is saddened by the loss of this gentle poet. My love to Emily and the family. "The Ridge" will never be the same without him!
Heidi Dianne Young
September 14, 2011
To The Family of Donald Choate:
I am so sorry for your loss and I send my condolences to Emily. My name is Heidi D Young and I worked with Emily at the State of Tennessee in Title and Registration. May God give you strength and guideance in the days to come.
Don McNatt
September 14, 2011
The perfect example of a southern gentleman, was so evident, that he was known this way by freinds, and fans. His talent was huge, but in his own mind, he was a humble man, filled with kindness, and I hope he realized how much he meant to so many people, especially younger songwriters, that he always encouraged, and made time for. He's a great case for Karma, because his goodness, and honest heart were rewarded by the love of a truly great woman, and the total respect of everyone he encountered. I have no doubt his final reward will be tremendous, and we will miss him terribly. God bless Emily and the rest of his family. Don McNatt
Rose Drake
September 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I will always remember his kindness, soft spoken words and gentle laugh.
Rose Drake
Lizard Thom Case
September 14, 2011
I wrote several songs with Don. He was the most genuinely nice guy in the whole town, and he'll always have a special place in my heart. I'll surely miss you, my friend. I'm so thankful for the good times we shared.
jack propps
September 14, 2011
Country Music desparately needs another Country Bumpkin just like Our Country needs the purity and innocense of that song. RIP Mr DON. and thank you.
Jessica Williford Merritt
September 14, 2011
I met Don at his house about 2 years ago. He was a very kind man and I wish I could have known him better. My condolences to his wife Miss Emily and the rest of the family. Sincerely, Jessica Williford Merritt
Bill Taylor
September 14, 2011
I was proud to call him my friend and co-writer. He was a good person. I am sittin here thinkin of the poem "The Dash". It's not the date that one is born or the date that one dies that really matters in the end' but its the way you've lived your DASH. Don lived his good. My heart aches. RIP
September 14, 2011
I was proud to call him my friend and co-writer. He was a good person. I am sittin here thinkin of the poem "The Dash". It's not the date that one is born or the date that one dies that really matters in the end' but its the way you've lived your DASH. Don lived his good. My heart aches. RIP
September 14, 2011
I was proud to call him my friend and co-writer. He was a good person. I am sittin here thinkin of the poem "The Dash". It's not the date that one is born or the date that one dies that really matters in the end' but its the way you've lived your DASH. Don lived his good. My heart aches. RIP
Larry Holley
September 14, 2011
Don was a good friend...he will be greatly missed by Big River Country (Larry & Betty Holley) Greenville, Ms. May you rest in peace.....
larry joe smith
September 14, 2011
UNCLE DON WAS A GREAT AND WOUNDERFUL MAN WE SHALL MISS U
paula thaxton
September 14, 2011
for don with love and lasting memories
paula thaxton
September 14, 2011
don was a wonderful kind and giving man. he was a great man to my family and will always hold a special place in my heart. god bless emily, dwayne and donna, my thoughts and love are with you all. love tracy and paula thaxton(craddock)
September 14, 2011
WE WILL MISS THE COUNTRY GENTLEMAN CO WRITER GOOD FRIEND TO ALL WE COULD ALL TRY TO BE A LITTLE MORE LIKE HIM BOBBY AND HELEN FISCHER
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