Richard Sterban, a longtime member of The Oak Ridge Boys , has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
The 82-year-old musician shared his diagnosis in a statement posted to the group’s website Thursday, Sept. 25.
“In March of this year, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,” Sterban wrote. “But I am under the care of the best cancer doctors in the country and, with the help of the Good Lord above, I believe I will be able to get through this.”
Sterban, who has been with The Oak Ridge Boys since 1972, added that “Most days I’m feeling very good, and I hope to be back out on the road in several months.”
He went on to thank everyone, especially the fans, for their support.
“I would appreciate your continued prayers,” Sterban wrote.
Sterban, who sings bass for The Oak Ridge Boys, i