G.I. Joe & Lillie: Remembering a Life of Love and Loyalty
ò True account of life, love, war, and finally, peace ò Includes details and accounts of D-Day ò Author sings tenor for the world-famous Oak Ridge Boys ò Poignant slice of Americana Review “If you like war stories, you will love this book. If you like romance, you will love this book, if you love God and enjoy reading about faith, dedication, and real love through times of trial you also will love this book.” It was a wonderful story about your dad (Gl Joe) and mom. It made me want to laugh and cry at the same time! I was flying over Germany during the time your dad was there. The guys on the ground had it rough. It is one of the best stories about hardship and pleasure that I have read! This story exemplifies the integrity and character behind the American dream–even when the dream doesn’t come true in the way you hoped it would. A great story of enduring faith and true commitment… This wonderful, touching story is about so many things I hold dear, including family, faith, and duty to country. For years, Joe Bonsall has inspired us all with song; now he opens his heart in a totally different way to share a very personal part of his life. What a wonderful gift to us all. You have so much to be thankful for. … One is how the combination of Lillie and Joe were the magical genes that made both you and Nancy. … You both will forever represent the very best of your parents. … They taught you well and you are the man through which you father lived the rest of his life. … They both were and are so proud of you . …And so am I. About the Author Joseph S. Bonsall is a twenty-nine-year member of the American music group, The Oak Ridge Boys, and a six-time Grammy award winner as well as Gospel Hall of Fame member. He is also the author of the acclaimed Molly The Cat childrens book series as well as many published articles in major magazines and on the Internet. He lives in Hendersonville, Tennessee with his lovely wife, Mary Ann, and their eight cats, Molly, Omaha, Gypsy, Sally Ann, Teddy, Callie, Bayb and Bud. Joe and Mary also have a 400-acre farm on the Kentucky/Tennessee state line. The song G.I. Joe and Lillie, as recorded by the Oak Ridge Boys, appears on their album, Colors.
