There’s much talk today of the death of Olivia Newton-John, the famous Australian singer. And that’s appropriate. She was a great talent (not to mention a heartthrob for my generation).

But I just learned of the death, last Friday, of another great Australian singer. Judith Durham of the Seekers succumbed to a long-standing lung condition. She was 79.

According to what I’ve read, Miss Durham was a Christian who hesitated at first to go into secular music because she was committed to Gospel.

The Seekers’ music was unique. I hope it lasts forever, because it sure means a lot to this old man.

Rest in peace.