2025

Merrill Osmond has spoken with quiet tenderness about the circumstances surrounding the sudden passing of his son, Troy, at just 33. Without delving into painful details, he shared that Troy had been carrying certain private burdens—struggles that gradually made his journey in life more difficult than anyone fully realized. With the heartfelt honesty of a devoted father, Merrill remembered his son with deep affection, gentle sorrow, and a love that remains untouched by time. His thoughtful words allow others to hold Troy in their hearts with kindness and compassion, honoring the beautiful moments he left behind while softly acknowledging the challenges he faced in silence.

Introduction When we look back on the stories of families who have lived in the...

ALAN JACKSON CHOSE PEACE, NOT THE SPOTLIGHT. Alan never stormed out or made headlines with drama. In 2022, he simply stepped onto the Nissan Stadium stage, sang those timeless, heartwarming songs one last time, and let the fans lift him up. Then he went home — to Denise, to the lake, to quiet mornings without soundchecks. Today, he writes when inspiration calls, not when a calendar demands. No pressure. No rush. Just a man finally giving his time to the people who loved him long before the world did.

Introduction There comes a moment in every road-worn musician’s life when the roar of the...