Mylon LeFevre obit

Christian artist Mylon Lefevre has died

 

He was not on the list.

He recorded with Elvis Presley, Eric Clapton, Elton John, Billy Joel, Duane Allman, Little Richard, The Who, Steve Winwood, and Mick Fleetwood and was one of the earliest “Christian rock” artists. In the 1980s he gained popularity for his recordings with his band “Broken Heart.” Mylon Lefevre provided much of the soundtrack of my early evangelical years and I still listen to his music today. Rest in peace.

Here is his wife, Christi, on Instagram:

My precious, strong and courageous husband laid hold of eternal life last night.

When we discussed heaven through the years, Mylon was most excited about receiving the soul winner’s crown. With his contemporary Christian rock band, Mylon and Broken Heart, he had the privilege of leading over 250,000 youth to Jesus. He cherished all the years of music ministry and the countless lives touched through his songs but his greatest joy was teaching the Word of God, especially through our broadcast, On the Road to Freedom.

 

Mylon Le Fevre

10-6-44 to 9-8-23

“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” I Timothy 6:12 NKJV

My precious, strong and courageous husband laid hold of eternal life last night.

When we discussed heaven through the years, Mylon was most excited about receiving the soul winner's crown. With his contemporary Christian rock band, Mylon and Broken Heart, he had the privilege of leading over 250,000 youth to Jesus. He cherished all the years of music ministry and the countless lives touched through his songs but his greatest joy was teaching the Word of God, especially through our broadcast, On the Road to Freedom. (This pic was his fave spot.)

Throughout the last years of this intense non-stop battle, never once did I hear him falter in his good confession of faith. In every broadcast and church service, many witnesses can attest to his bold declaration: JESUS IS MY HEALER.

Until his very last breath he fought the good fight of faith. He finished his race. He kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7

My honey, we discussed many times how we both daily answered the call for the holy affirmation that I know you are now hearing,

“Well done good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your Lord.”

My love, you are finally enjoying in this moment what you affectionately referred to as “the first day of forever.”

It has been my highest honor and privilege for God to trust me with you these past 25 years.

All my love, Christi

Mylon Lefevre’s journey in the world of music began on October 6, 1946, marked by unwavering faith, boundless passion, and an unyielding commitment to spreading the message of Christ through the medium of rock and roll. With a distinct voice and a commanding presence on stage, he garnered a dedicated following throughout his remarkable five-decade-long career.

Lefevre’s contributions to Christian rock music were nothing short of revolutionary. He embarked on his musical odyssey in the 1960s as a member of the Lefevres family band before venturing into the realm of rock and roll in the late 1970s with “Mylon and Broken Heart.” The release of their 1981 album, “Brand New Start,” catapulted Lefevre to stardom, featuring timeless classics like “Trains Up in the Sky” and “Morning Star.” His music had the profound ability to inspire countless individuals to explore their faith through the powerful medium of rock music.

While Mylon Lefevre’s music resonated deeply with the hearts of many, his recent health struggles had been a cause for concern among his admirers. It is with heavy hearts that we now learn of his passing, resulting from complications related to heart disease.