MUSIC MAKER FRED DAWSON HAS PASSED - Benefit Scheduled For Assistance Friday

(09/16/2013)

Fred Dawson (left) at WV Folk Festival with
Ed Hildebrand jammin' (Esther Wilson Photo)

Well-known fiddle picker Fred Dawson has died. Dawson was a loyal entertainer at Al's Barn at Munday and other regional venues for many years.

Dawson has been cremated.

Helping Hands Crisis Ministries will be having a dip and donate at Al's Barn at Munday on September 20 starting at 6 p.m. to assist with his medical and funeral expenses.

Al Hogan says, "All pickers are welcome. Bring covered dishes and volunteers are appreciated."

Donations may also be mailed to: Helping Hands Crisis Ministries, 11000 Munday Rd., Munday WV 26152.

For more information call Cap 304-354-6371, or Al 304-354-9101 or e-mail owls_barn@hotmail.com