Ronald "Ron" Winans (June 30, 1956 – June 17, 2005) was an American

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who gained fame as a member of

The Winans The Winans are an American gospel quartet from Detroit, Michigan consisting of brothers Marvin, Carvin, Michael and Ronald Winans. Members ''Please refer to the Winans family page for more detail on the individual members.'' About: Origins & Mu ...

Biography

Early years

Ronald Winans was born the second of 10 children to

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and Delores Winans.

Musical and business career

The Winans

He was a member of

, which consisted of Ron and three of his younger brothers: Marvin, Carvin and Michael. The Winans were discovered by

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. They released their first album in 1981, entitled ''Introducing The Winans''.

Winans' family and friends

Winan's vocals contributed to five albums that were Grammy winners. In 2005, Winans' final CD was released, ''Ron Winans Family & Friends V: A Celebration''.

Death

In 1997, Winans recovered from a heart attack. Winans died June 17, 2005, due to heart complications at Harper Hospital in

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. He had been admitted for observation after doctors discovered that he was retaining fluid.

References

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