A memorial gospel singing is being planned for accident victims Gil and Anna Kyle, organizers of the Thursday night gospel singings at the Dayton, Tenn., McDonald's for many years.
Mr. Kyle, 89, was killed on impact Wednesday, June 25, in a car/semi accident in front of the Walmart in Dayton. Mrs. Kyle, 83, died from her injuries early Thursday morning, June 26.
The memorial concert will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Gospel Singing Hall near Rite Aid on Rhea County Highway.
"We are inviting all former singers that have sung and played at McDonald's to come and join us in this night of a celebration of their life," organizers said in a news release.
Performers wishing to take part should RSVP to Esther Garrison by phone at 423-240-7210 or email egarrison56@gmail.com, or by phone to Rosie Penney at 423-240-6027.
A joint graveside service for the Kyles has been set for 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Christianburg Cemetery in Sweetwater, Tenn. Coulter-Garrison Funeral Home in Dayton is handling arrangements.