Red Foley
1910–1968 (age 58)
Country Music Singer
Biography
Red Foley, born in 1910 near Blue Lick, Kentucky, rose from humble roots to become one of the comforting voices of American country music. He polished his baritone in church choirs and local performances, eventually drawing listeners in with his warmth during regular radio broadcasts while his family supported the farm he cherished.
He became a household name through hits like “Chattanoogie Shoe Shine Boy” and “Peace in the Valley,” and his hosting of the Ozark Jubilee brought rural sensibilities to television, inspiring future generations of artists. Foley’s gentle generosity and faith made him a beloved figure, and his memory rests at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery where admirers continue to honor his melodic legacy.