Chuck Girard

Having been a Love Song fan from the early `70s, I was greatly privileged to spend significant time with Chuck in his later years whenever he´d come to western Canada for concerts. CHUCK CONSCIENTIOUSLY AND CONSISTENTLY LIVED WHAT HE SANG!! I am much the richer for our friendship!

Our brother Chuck was my friend. I recall our long chat when he did the music ministry at a conference I spoke at in Wisconsin. I first remember him when he played at The Lambs Club in Manhattan. He is now with Jesus awaiting us in glory. I thank The Lord for the blessings of his music.

So love Chuck! Love to you Karen!

He was a giant in the faith and Jesus music. His music has meant so much to me over his career. Prayers for his family and thanks for sharing him with me.

May he rest in the bosom of the Lord Whom he loved so long. May thw saints welcome him, and the angels greet with joyful song.

I remember Chuck from CCCM... he and his music What an influence he had on young Christians (him being one himself)...
Thank you Sir... You´re home... you truly belong to GOD..

I thank Chuck for all the wonderful music he shared, shining the light of Christ, and being an example for those who came to The Lord during The Jesus Movement. Matthew 13:8 He is Home.

I have listened to his music since 1971 when I met Jesus. I still listen today. Thanks Chuck!

Sometimes Alleluia, sometimes praise the Lord. Sometimes gently singing, our hearts in one accord.

Condolences to all of Chuck´s family. The first time I heard Chuck and Love song was in 1971 at the little chapel in Costa Mesa. They were singing Two Hands, my friend and I both went forward and accepted the Lord . We later went to the Calvary chapel first ever Idlewild retreat . Love Song and the other Maranatha Bands were there. God bless your family for the wonderful memories and blessings..

You made a huge difference in your life and ministry for the kingdom of God. We´ll meet you there, where the heavenly choir will sing your songs.

Every condolence to Karen and Chuck's family.

God bless this amazing servant of God. He potentially brought millions of people to Christ during his career and beyond. May his family be comforted and blessed until they are reunited. My deepest condolences for his passing.

Chuck´s testimony and his ability to create gospel changing music was a gift that many of us will always treasure. His love for God lives on through his music. This "Little Pilgrim" helped to influence and change lives through his talent and abilities. Looking forward to seeing Chuck here there or in the air. Condolences to his family and close friends. I met him at a free concert in ogden, Utah. You could see Jesus Love in his eyes. " Thank you Lord that he´ll be with you forever".

Chuck & Love Song had a big influence on me in the 70s. After I was saved, his music kept me living for Jesus. I praise God for Chuck & what he brought to the Christian music world. He meant so much to so many. May he rest in peace forever with our Savior

My condolences.

I was 15 when I first saw Chuck with Love Song in 1972. Their debut album was about to be released and I waited with much anticipation for it. It is still my #1 desert island album. I was blessed to see Love Song many times in the early 70s and, later on, Chuck as a solo artist. Influenced by piano-based songs such as Feel the Love, Freedom and Little Pilgrim, Chuck was my very first inspiration to teach myself to play the piano; something I have done now for 50 years. It was a joy to bring Chuck to our church in 1997 for a weekend of music and ministry. He also helped me put together the very first Love Song website in 1995. I shall always cherish his music and our friendship and look forward to seeing him again in "heavenly places" one day. RIP, rock 'n roll preacher!

"Lend an ear to a Love Song...let it take you...let it start."...Love Song and Chuck Girard...music that carried me through the 70´s...to this very day...as I am now in my 70´s...so grateful for each song.

My name is Stephen Bugs Giglio the nickname Bugs came from Chuck when I was 23 Love Song was on tour and because my job as Road Manager I had to keep band moving...Wake up calls, on the bus, on the plane etc.,etc Chuck said quit bugging us (Joking Im sure) and it stuck my whole life. His songs are timeless
In Jesus Name I pray for all the Girard FamilyBugs

Condolences to the family and friends. I know some people feel like family, if they have been listening to his music for the last 55 years or so, and we were brothers in Christ. Thank you and God for your voice, your music, and the inspiration you shared.
Love in Christ.
See you later, Chuck.

What a God sent man. Words cannot express how God used this man to keep me close to Jesus throughout the years. My prayers are with you and may his music continue to inspire us. C J Honan

Great man of God

I will go through my photos, but we hosted him as a concert at Calvary United Methodist Church in Flint Michigan back in the day. He was an awesome brother in the Lord and blessed by his Ministry of music.

The first song I heard Love Song sing was "Little Country Church", it had such a great hook and yes, I was hooked! They were the first band to start the Christian Music Revolution and so many great bands followed.
Thank you Chuck and Love Song for hearing The Call and acting upon it. You led so many to Christ with your music and words of encouragement, never to be forgotten and then, Paradise!
I bless your memory and am ever thankful and grateful for all the memories!
Prayers for your family, dear brother.

Thanking God every moment for Chuck, for his courage and obedience... For every word he wrote and every note he sang... With all my heart!

I met Chuck Girard at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa during the Saturday night concerts. They Love Song group always had wonderful songs to listen to.
I worked in the church office and filled in on Saturday nights and worked Sunday nights.
I miss Chuck, but so glad he is well in Heaven with Jesus, Chuck Smith and others that many of us knew before him.
Thank you Chuck for your music.

His was the first Christian music that I bought

One of the pioneers of CCM in the 1970s. "Sometimes Alleluia" is a praise and worship classic, but Chuck could rock it out, too ("Rock and Roll Preacher," "I Remember"). Now he's praising the Lord face to face. Prayers for his family.

Thank you Chuck for a beautiful song "Lay your Burden Down" laying them down at the foot of the cross! God.Bless

Thank you for your music and testimony...sing sweetly in the heavenly choir my brother!

So grateful for your incredible legacy! Thanks for the music Chuck!

After we all are gone, the music made for Christ will carry in. He wrote some incredible songs of my youth and I will always have fond memories of Chuck and Love Song.

Had Love Song album long ago, 50+ years ago. Remember Chuck Girard as the main member. Brings back memories of that very interesting and fun time, when sharing about Jesus was what we did. Prayers for all family members for peace and healing.

Who'd ever thought you'd be the first Rock -n- Roll Prescher!? You taught me both Scripture and discipled me through your music. I'm 67. Thank you, Chuck. See you soon!

God Bless you Chuck for what you have done for Christian music.
Jim Sydnor
Peoria. IL