Ira Lonnie Loudermilk (April 21, 1924 – June 20, 1965), known professionally as Ira Louvin, was an American country music singer, mandolinist and songwriter.
Ira Louvin was born in Section, Alabama, and played together with his brother, Charlie, in the close harmony tradition as the Louvin Brothers.
The Louvin Brothers' songs were heavily influenced by their Baptist faith and warned against sin.
[1] He died on June 20, 1965, when a drunken driver struck his car in Williamsburg, Missouri.
[2] At the time, a warrant for Louvin's arrest had been issued on a DUI charge.