Todd Milsap, Son of Ronnie Milsap, Dies Unexpectedly
Ronald Todd Milsap, the son of Country Music Hall of Famer Ronnie Milsap and a man who worked behind-the-scenes in the music business, has died at the age of 49. He was found dead on his houseboat at the Four Corners Marina on Percy Priest Lake just east of Nashville Saturday morning (2-23). He was discovered by his son, who went to check on Milsap after not hearing from him for a couple of days. Foul play does not appear to be involved.
“The death of Ronald Todd Milsap, 49, son of country music star Ronnie Milsap, appears to be medically related,” The Nashville Metro Police said in a statement Saturday afternoon (2-23). “He was found deceased this morning on his houseboat at 4 Corners Marina by his son, who had not heard from his father in the past two days.”
Along with sharing a similar first name with his famous father, Ronald Todd helped plan his father’s tours, recording projects, public appearances, and other obligations, and helped on the country music legend’s videos. He attended the Franklin Road Academy private school in Nashville, and Hillsboro High School.
“Our son Todd was a force of joy, life, creativity and giving from the moment he was born,” Ronnie Milsap said in a statement. “He made such a mark on our world in his years on this planet, everyone who met him was richer for it. It is too soon to even understand this loss, and I hope it’s something no one has to bare. Please keep his three children, their mothers and Joyce and I in your prayers at such a fragile time.”
Ronnie Milsap’s next scheduled appearance is on Thursday, February 28th at the Lexington Opera House in Lexington, Kentucky. Ronnie recently released his latest record, a duets project called The Duets, on January 18th. Funeral arrangements will be handled through the Woodlawn Funeral Home with details forthcoming.
February 23, 2019 @ 8:55 pm
49. So young. So sad.
August 31, 2022 @ 6:58 am
So so sorry forry for your loss.
February 23, 2019 @ 9:18 pm
So very sorry for your loss ,Sending love and prayers .God bless
July 6, 2022 @ 5:55 pm
I’m so sorry for everyone, one thing he is with the angels, hard to feel comfort.
February 23, 2019 @ 9:25 pm
Prayers to family…So very sorry for your loss…. I too lost my son at the age of only 33 years old…My heart goes out to you Ronnie and family…
February 23, 2019 @ 9:47 pm
Such sad, sad news . As a parent , this heartbreaking news cuts to the marrow .
No words . God bless the Milsap family
February 23, 2019 @ 10:04 pm
Todd you will be missed your love and dedication to your father and mother was amazing…
February 24, 2019 @ 2:20 am
I remember Saturday nights with my Mamaw watching Ronnie Milsap
April 12, 2021 @ 8:32 am
So Very sorry, as a parent this is heartbreaking, sending prayers and love your way…..broken ????????
February 24, 2019 @ 5:31 am
My heart cries for you Ronnie & Joyce I understand your grief it is a total life changer..I lost my son at age 51 four years ago and without God’s loving help i could not go on
January 25, 2021 @ 10:09 am
Ronnie and Joyce, I am a singer and a fan. Our oldest boy, Tom, is in ICU. He is a big fan of Ronnie’s. I play him your songs for comfort.
I did not know about Todd’s passing. Lord be witha of us. He is in charge.
Sincerely, Bill Hunter
February 24, 2019 @ 6:23 am
I kid ain’t supposed to die before his parents- that just ain’t right!
February 24, 2019 @ 6:27 am
Ronnie and family. So sorry and saddened to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time to find peace strength and comfort.
February 24, 2019 @ 6:36 am
Ronnie. So sorry.and.saddened to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for strength and peace to press on
February 24, 2019 @ 1:28 pm
Ronnie and Joyce
So sorry about Todd. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your grandchildren at this devastating time.
Your friends
John and Janice feola
February 24, 2019 @ 12:09 pm
So sorry for your loss.I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless you all.
February 24, 2019 @ 3:32 pm
Ronnie and Joyce,
So sorry for your lost. Todd was a great guy and we’ll keep your family in our prayers.
Deane and Marty Blazie
P.S. I miss being in touch with you.
February 25, 2019 @ 5:54 am
Many prayers so very sad. God be with this grief stricken family.
February 25, 2019 @ 8:10 am
The biggest tragedy is this world is a parent who has to bury their child. Sorry Mr Milsap
February 25, 2019 @ 8:47 am
Ronnie & Joyce, I am so sorry about Todd. I know you both are hurting today but lean on God & He will give you grace to bear this burden. I have loved & followed your career since 1976. I will be praying for you & your family. Love, Brenda from Brunswick.
February 25, 2019 @ 9:15 am
So sorry for y’all’s loss… Prayers for the family…
February 25, 2019 @ 11:04 pm
I lost my broth on February 22, 1986, and I was just thinking about you today. I have loved you forever. God love you and Joyce, Ronnie, and know you are in His loving arms… Carla
February 26, 2019 @ 9:30 am
So so sorry He was nice got to talk to him twice God Bless you Ronnie and Joyce
February 28, 2019 @ 9:10 am
So sad to hear. Rest in peace, Ronald.
March 3, 2019 @ 8:25 pm
That was so sad and when I saw Ronnie sing last night (3/2/19) at the American Music Theater in Pennsylvnaia, last night you could hear the pain in his voice. Just one week after his son dies, he is on stage. That tells you what king of man Ronnie is. A true legend. Pryaers to him and all his family.
March 7, 2019 @ 10:11 pm
So sorry for your loss. May God hold you in His arms
November 10, 2019 @ 9:38 pm
Todd was an amazing man. Loved him from afar for a lot of years. I’m so sorry, Ronnie.
Shit.
March 4, 2021 @ 9:45 pm
Praying for ur family. God bless u and may Jesus walk w u.
March 7, 2021 @ 6:40 pm
So Heartbroken for you and all your family for your loss…Your song What a difference you’ve made in my life truly has meaning more than ever now…again so Sorry
April 28, 2021 @ 2:59 pm
So heartbreaking! Our condolences to you and the family.
April 11, 2022 @ 9:53 pm
I lost my 31 year old son 6 mos. Ago. The pain cuts like a knife. God bless you and your family at this this time and your days to come.
April 21, 2024 @ 5:54 pm
The words that helped me when my mother passed away a good friend came upto me and said well the next time you see her you won’t ever have to say Goodbye again and I still think of that and I have lost my dad and 2 brothers and 2 sisters within a few years of each other I’m so sorry about your son Mr.Milsap at least we have the good memories that will be with us forever. God Bless
September 2, 2024 @ 6:37 pm
I can understand what you’re going through my son passed away my best friend passed away at age 47 in 2017 from cardiac arrest God bless you Ronnie and the rest of the Mills have family have faith keep in prayer