Did Tom Dorsey's wife die during childbirth in 1932?

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2026-02-12 18:50

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Yes there was a Thomas Dorsey who's wife died shortly after child birth, only to be followed by the new born son a few hours later. This was not the Thomas Dorsey of "big band" fame but rather a gospel singer. Based on this tragedy in his life he wrote the song "Precious Lord."

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