Our hearts go out to Clint Black and his family in the sudden loss of their father, G.A. Black.    According to a press release issued by Clint's publicisit, the family is shocked and saddened when G.A. chose to “end his own suffering” on Sunday at just 78 years old.   

"It is with a heavy heart that country superstar Clint Black releases information on the untimely death of his father, G.A. Black (78), on Sunday, December 2, 2012. It is believed that due to the loss of his wife, Mary Lou, in the last year and a half and his own declining health, G.A. Black chose to end his own suffering without any indication to his family or friends that he might do so.  Mr. Black is survived by sons Mark, Brian, Kevin, Clint and his extended family."

“Our family is devastated by this news,” Clint says.  “We are still in the beginning stages of preparations to honor our father, and at this time, we respectfully ask for privacy until we have had the opportunity to fully process what’s transpired over the last 48 hours.”    Clint has canceled his performance at this weekend's BonefirJam in Jay, Fla. as a result of the tragedy.    Clay Walker will fill in.