Truett Foster Mckeehan had joy that took the room when he entered. He was a magnetic son and brother and friend. If you met him, you knew him, you remembered him. His smile, his laugh, the encouragement he offered with words or even without. He had an untamable grand personality and dreams to match. And he hated being put in a box.
He expressed himself through the music he made. And by made I mean, written, recorded, produced, mixed, and designed the art. All of it. A true artist. His first show was a week ago, and it was nothing short of electric. Everyone felt it, everyone knew it. He could’ve easily taken the easy route and put music out when he was 12, 14, 16, even 18, but he always said he wanted to live some life and have something to say before he did it. He didn’t want to be a child star, he wanted to be a man with scars and a story to tell. I always admired, respected and encouraged that stand.
Truett always had a soft spot for God. The Bible moved him. His heart was warm to the things of his King. He was by no means a cookie cutter Christian but give me a believer who fights to keep believing. Give me a broken man who recognizes his need for a Savior every time. That’s who Truett was and how he should be remembered.
My last moment with Truett in person was at his first show this past Thursday at the Factory in Franklin, Tennessee. I had to leave the next morning very early to fly and start our Canadian tour. As I stood in the audience and watched my son bring joy to a room, I was as proud as a “pop” (as tru called me) could be. It was the culminating moment of a dream that he had since he was 12. It couldn’t have been sweeter. Our music, and what we say lyrically couldn’t be more different, but the outcome was much the same… offering a room full of people a few minutes of joy in a crazy world.
Our last text exchange is shared below.
My wife and I would want the world to know this…
We don’t follow God because we have some sort of under-the-table deal with Him, like, we’ll follow you if you bless us. We follow God because we love Him. It’s our honor.
He is the God of the hills and the valleys.
And He is beautiful above all things.
Credit: Toby Mac
Veleka B.
You are so Blessed to have a son like him. My condolences to You & your family
My prayers and condolences! You’re music inspires me! Lord, bless Toby and all his family as they go thru this hardship, I’m the mighty name of JESUS CHRIST! Amen
Lord. Truett may not be worthy to receive you but just say the word and his soul shall be healed and basking in your glory
. Amen and Amen
God bless your family. Praying for his comfort in your lifes.
God bless your family. Praying for his comfort in your lifes.
May you find comfort in God’s loving arms. You are a blessed family. God bless you. Praying
I am so sorry for this painful loss. I cannot imagine how you and your family and friends are feeling. Life isn’t fair. I’m praying for you all.
Heartfelt Condolences Toby Mac. to you and your Family in Passing of your Son. May you gain Strength in knowing that God will never leave you or Forsake you. Evangelist Laura Ausberry
There are some individivals that live more and do more in a short span. They are passionate and driven and God focused. The smallest things, such as, their smile and kindness, integrity and heart is what will be missed more.
So sorry for your loss and I am praying that the God who is with us through the mountaintop as well as the valley will comfort you and carry you through. You were bless to see his dream fulfilled and to have his last words….speaking about loving God. Praying for you???
Toby and wife, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Although, God intended it to be a time of joy. I never lost a full-grown child, I have lost others. May God’s grace and mercy rest upon you as the eagle covers its young with it’s made.
May God bless you and your family,
Reverend Eleanor Kendall
This news comes days after Mary the daughter of Christrian Music Superstar Micah Stampley passes. The world should pay attention to the music that comes from these two! As they sing we will hear how God is mourning His own children! Cry unto the Lord in this hour! Give him our tears so that He may bless the land. ?❤
So sorry to hear about your son’s passing.
Our prayers are with you and your family. Prayers of peace and comfort that only our Father (God) and give.??????
I’m so sorry for your lost but God is still in control my prayer for u is Father take the wheel heal the wounds mend the broken-hearted give them strength to carry on Father we know that u can do all things move mountains ? Father touch this family in the name of Jesus Christ amen ? praying ?♀️ for u God bless
My sincere condolences to you and your family. I pray peace that passes all understanding for now and the days ahead. In Jesus name.
I send my condolences to you and your family.
Lord. Truett may not be worthy to receive you but just say the word and his soul shall be healed and basking in your glory
. Amen and Amen