Southern Gospel News SGNScoops Digital

“As many of you know, Ed O’Neal’s wife, Joy, travels with the Dixie Melody Boys. We affectionately call her Mama Joy because she is like a mother to us. On Saturday, she suffered a mild stroke and was rushed to the hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Ed O’Neal made the right decision and stayed with her at the hospital while she was treated and as a result had to miss the performance later that night at The Assembly in Broken Arrow.

The guys all stepped up to fill Ed’s shoes the best we could and we had a great concert.

We want to thank everyone last night including Peter Enns for their understanding and prayers for the O’Neal family.

Miss Joy was released from the hospital and is recovering. She will receive additional treatment this week back in North Carolina.

Ed was able to be back on stage with us on Sunday morning and does not expect to miss any future dates. We covet your prayers for Mama Joy and for Ed.” said Matt Felts of the Dixie Melody Boys.

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