Barbershop Quartet Honors Deceased Member By Singing With His Son

It was a touching moment at the Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention when this barbershop quartet honors deceased member by singing with his son. The Gas House Gang Quartet started performing together decades ago. This talented group of men was even crowned the 1993 International Champions of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

Sadly, after almost 19 years of performing, the group lost baritone
Rob Henry to cancer in 2003. The a cappella ensemble felt that Rob was too important to try and replace so they made the tough decision to retire. But today, it’s the 25th anniversary of their championship win and The Gas House Gang Quartet are back for a very special performance. Jim, Rich and Kipp stepped onto the stage for an emotional performance of ‘Still Can't Say Goodbye.’

But the former quartet was missing their baritone. That’s when they decided to honor Rob in one amazing way. Ryan Henry, Rob’s 17-year-old son, is also a baritone with perfect pitch. The group brought Ryan on stage at the convention to join them in song. During the performance, images of Rob were played in the background and it was truly a surreal moment when his son started to sing with the group.

This is such an incredible way to honor a special friend and continue to share the gift of music with others. I’m sure that Rob would be so proud of the young man Ryan has become and the confidence he showed by stepping on stage. Who else was in awe of this performance?