BYRON, Ga. – (July 18, 2010) – Judith Gayle Burwick, mother of singer/songwriter Sharron Kay King, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior early Saturday morning, July 17, 2010.

Sharron said, “Please continue to lift up our family in prayer as we all have heavy hearts right now. After I was saved, my Mom and I became the best of friends, and I am going to miss her terribly. I'm ever so grateful for the 'tough love' she showed me at the age of 25 that caused me to take a long hard look at my life.  I praise the Lord that for the past 20 years we shared a bond that I will always cherish. Thank you all so very much for your prayers and support.”

The funeral for Judith will be help at the Community Family Funeral Home, 101 West Main Street, Richmond, Indiana at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010. Visitation will be held at the same location from 2:00-4:00 p.m. that day as well. There will be no graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association in Judith’s honor or donations may be sent to help cover funeral expenses.

Cards and donations may be sent to:

Songs of Sharron Ministries
PO Box 1284
Byron, GA 31008

BYRON, Ga. – (May 12, 2010) – Sharron Kay King continues to see encouragement from fans and industry insiders. The budding singer/songwriter recently received notification that she has placed in the Top 5 nominees for Favorite Christian Country Female Artist in the 2010 SGN Scoops Diamond Awards.

“This is a huge encouragement to me to keep on keepin’ on,” mentioned Sharron. “I am humbled that the fans of Gospel music and readers of SGN Scoops Digital would think enough of me to nominate me for this award! Thank you so much!”

Sharron is joined in the category by popular names such as Christy Sutherland, Debbie Bennett, Lisa Daggs, and Wendy Word.

Fans can now vote for their favorites from the Top 5 ballot. The online ballot is designed for fans to vote for their favorite artists and individuals for each award.  Fans and industry supporters are encouraged to visit the SGN Scoops Digital website to place their votes.  The Diamond Awards home on the web is located at http://sgnscoops.com. 

The 2010 Diamond Awards will once again take place at the Branson Gospel Music Convention.  The show will take place on Thursday, July 1, 2010 in Branson, Missouri at the Branson Convention Center.  The awards program will precede the Thursday evening concerts and will begin at 6:00 p.m.

For more information on the Diamond Awards – visit the SGN Scoops Digital website at http://www.sgnscoops.com .

Sharron recently released her latest single from her critically acclaimed release Don’t Stop Believing. “Don’t Stop Believing” (which is also the title cut from her most recent project), is Sharron’s first release to radio in over a year and contains a message she hope’s resonates with friends and fans of Southern Gospel music.  “Don’t Stop Believing” was recently sent to Southern Gospel radio through Jeff O’Neal and Heritage Communications. The single has an immediate add date.

Sharron Kay King Says “Don’t Stop Believing” With New Radio Release

BYRON, Ga. – (April 28, 2010) – Singing News Fan Award nominee Sharron Kay King is sending an encouraging message out with her brand new single.  The new song, “Don’t Stop Believing” (which is also the title cut from her most recent project), is Sharron’s first release to radio in over a year and contains a message she hope’s resonates with friends and fans of Southern Gospel music.

“We are facing many troubles in our nation with the economy and inner turmoil,” mentioned Sharron. “’Don’t Stop Believing’ is a song with a very simple message – but one that we as believers need to hold on to. Though times seem tough now, we can’t stop believing. We have an assurance that our Savior will keep us safe like He’s always done.”

“Don’t Stop Believing” was recently sent to Southern Gospel radio through Jeff O’Neal and Heritage Communications. The single has an immediate add date.

“Don’t Stop Believing” is the follow-up to Sharron’s smash-hit and fan-favorite single “God’s Been Good.” That song, which was penned by Sue C. Smith and Belinda Smith, reached the #1 spot on the SouthernGospelTimes.com Top 40 Fan Chart and ranked as one of the 50 most played songs of 2009 according to SoGospelNews.com’s (now AbsolutelyGospel.com) Top 50 Year End Chart.

Sharron has already had a great run in 2010. She landed another nomination for Favorite Soloist in the 2010 SGM FanFair Awards (she won the award 2008). In addition – Sharron earned two Top 10 nominations in the 2010 Diamond Awards (for Favorite Female Soloist and Favorite Christian Country Female Artist).

To place a vote for Sharron in the Diamond Awards – head over the SGNScoops.com and place your vote!

BYRON, Ga. – The SGM FanFair Awards nominations were announced yesterday in a press release announcement, and popular Southern Gospel soloist Sharron Kay King earned a nominated for Favorite Soloist.

The SGM FanFair Awards are awarded by the readers of Christian Voice Magazine and fans of the SGM FanFair.  The category of Favorite Soloist honors the most popular soloists in the Southern Gospel industry.

“God continues to amaze me,” mentioned Sharron.  “This is an unexpected blessing, and I am so thankful to everyone who placed a vote for me in this category. It means so much to me!”

In addition to Sharron, the Favorite Soloist category includes Gordon Mote, Guy Penrod, Charlotte Ritchie, and Ivan Parker.  This is Sharron’s third consecutive nomination in this category, and she previously won this award in 2008.  Sharron was also awarded Favorite Female Vocalist in the 2007 SGM FanFair Awards.

The nominees in the SGM FanFair Awards were chosen by the readers of Christian Voice Magazine and attendees of the SGM FanFair.  The winners for the awards will be announced on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee at the 6th Annual SGM FanFair.

For more information on how to vote, visit http://www.sgmfanfair.com .