the most widely syndicated radio show in country music history. Van Dyke continues a full performance schedule, traveling from his office/home complex on his 1,000-acre (4 km²) ranch in west-central Missouri near Sedalia, Missouri. He is a member of the National Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame, is active in many music industry organizations, and as a sideline, raises premium quality Arabian mules. All aspects of Leroy Van Dyke Enterprises are managed by his wife Gladys, a former legal secretary and court reporter. Their son Ben plays lead guitar in all Van Dyke performances. Leroy Van Dyke is also a Korean War veteran. Discography Albums Singles Awards In 1967, Leroy Van Dyke was awarded the Founding President's Award (formerly Connie B. Gay Award) from the Country Music Association. References External links [ Allmusic.com] Dauphin, Chuck. Leroy Van Dyke Opens-Up on His Career, Doubters & the Road Ahead Billboard, February 16, 2015. 1929 births Living people People from Benton County, Missouri American country singer-songwriters Singer-songwriters from Missouri American male singer-songwriters Grand Ole Opry members American people of Dutch descent Members of the Country Music Association Country musicians from Missouri Dot Records artists Mercury Records artists