Jeannie Seely Funeral at Grand Ole Opry | Memorial Service & Tribute

The Jeannie Seely funeral will take place on Thursday, August 14 at 10 AM CT at the iconic Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. This memorial honors the country music legend and her record-breaking 5,397 performances — the most ever on the Opry stage.

The Jeannie Seely funeral is open to the public, allowing fans to attend and pay their respects in person.

When and Where Is the Jeannie Seely Funeral?

The funeral will be held at the Grand Ole Opry House, a venue central to Seely’s career. They named the event “Jeannie Seely’s 5,398th Opry Show” to celebrate her lasting impact.

How to Watch Jeannie Seely Funeral and Memorial Service Online

Fans who cannot attend can listen live on 650 AM WSM radio or watch the live stream on Grand Ole Opry’s official site.

In place of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Opry Trust Fund, which helps music industry members in need. They also encourage donations to animal welfare groups, reflecting Jeannie’s kindness.

Highlights of Jeannie Seely’s Career Before the Funeral

Jeannie Seely gained fame with her 1966 hit “Don’t Touch Me,” which reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. She won a Grammy Award for Best Female Vocal Performance for this song.

Her other hits include:

• “It’s Only Love”

• “A Wanderin’ Man”

• “I’ll Love You More (Than You Need)”

• “Can I Sleep in Your Arms”

Besides music, Jeannie acted in movies like Willie Nelson’s Honeysuckle Rose and Changing Hearts. She also starred in stage shows such as The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Always Patsy Cline.

Cause of Death and Final Days Before Jeannie Seely Funeral

Jeannie Seely died on August 1 at age 85 from complications due to an intestinal infection. She had faced health problems for nearly a year. Her condition worsened after her husband, Gene Ward, passed away in December 2024.