Heartbroken Gary Allan Mourns The Death Of His Beloved Mother, “Mama Mary”

Gary Allan Shares News Of His Mother’s Death – “We Will Miss You Dearly”

On Monday (August 25), Gary Allan‘s team announced that his beloved mother, Mary Herzberg, passed away the previous day (August 24).

Gary’s father, Harley Herzberg, died 17 years prior, in 2008. At the time of his passing, he and Mary had been married for 51 years.

In addition to being a wonderful mother, Mary was her son’s “biggest fan” and served as the original president of his fan club. Gary’s team recalls how Mary “championed him not only in his career but also in every part of his life.”

Gary’s mother always made it clear how proud she was of her son and his accomplishments. “Her warmth, encouragement, and unwavering spirit touched all who knew her,” Gary’s team said.

Gary’s team ended their statement with a prayer request. They asked everyone to please keep him, his siblings, and their whole family in their prayers as they mourn the loss of their “Mama Mary.”

Gary Allan’s fans were quick to send their condolences to the singer following the loss of his mother. He received thousands of supportive messages on his Facebook post.

Some of those messages were:

“My heart breaks for you I know how you feel. I lost both my parents several years ago, may she R.I.P.”

“It’s a heartbreak that everyone expects to happen at some point but you cannot prepare yourself for…“

“I’m so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting her once. She was so kind and welcoming. It is truly a sad day.“

“So sorry to here about your Loss Gary!! Moms are the Tough ones to [lose]! It’s hard to let her go, But [know] this she’s in good hands now! With Your Dad and God! May she rest in peace.“

“Met her in an elevator in Vegas long ago. Ran into her several times that night and she smiled each [time] our paths crossed.“

More About Gary Allan

Gary Allan released his debut single, “Her Man,” in 1996. The song instantly put Gary on the map, as it reached #7 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

Many additional hits followed, including “Right Where I Need to Be,” “Life Ain’t Always Beautiful,” “Man to Man,” “Tough Little Boys,” “Watching Airplanes,” “Nothing On but the Radio,” and “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain).”

He also charted at #70 on the Hot Country Songs chart in 1997 with his version of “Please Come Home for Christmas.” He later performed the song during an episode of CMT Campfire Sessions in 2021.

Gary maintains an active career as a touring performer. He has tour dates scheduled throughout 2025, with his last show for the year set to occur on November 22.

Gary’s website indicates that his next concert is scheduled for September 4 in Mayetta, Kansas. So far, there has been no word on whether he will call off any of his shows in the wake of his mother’s death.

We’ll be praying for Gary and his loved ones. May “Mama Mary” rest in peace…