Don Winters(1929-2002)
- Actor
- Soundtrack
Don Winters was born in 1929 in Tampa, Florida. Raised mostly in South
Georgia, he was the son of entertainer "Pop" Winters who headed "The
Southern Strollers." Don began performing with them in the late 40s but
moved to Nashville in the 50s and recorded on Decca and RCA labels.
Around 1960 he joined Marty Robbins' band as a singer and guitar
player. With Bobby Sykes the three were known as "The Marty Robbins
Trio." He was a gifted vocalist, noted especially for his yodeling and
long wind. His solo efforts included "Too Many Times" and "Shake Hands
With A Loser." He was a devoted and loyal friend to Marty, accompanying
him to races and public appearances and singing with him until his
death in 1982. Don passed away at his home in Nolensville, Tennessee on
August 17, 2002, after a year's struggle with liver cancer. He is
survived by three sons and two daughters. Two sons, Donnie and Dennis,
comprise the Southern Rock band, The Winters Brothers.