Loretta Lynn, Coal Miner’s Daughter and Country Queen, Dies
The daughter of a coal miner from Kentucky named Loretta Lynn, whose candid songs about love and life
as a woman in Appalachia lifted her out of poverty and made her a major figure in country music, has passed away. 90 years old.
Lynn's family announced in a statement sent to The Associated Press that she passed away on Tuesday
The family released a statement saying, "Our lovely mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this morning, October 4th, in her sleep
They requested privacy while they mourned and indicated that a memorial service would be planned later.
Before beginning her career in the early 1960s, Lynn had four children, and her songs showcased her pride in her rural Kentucky upbringing.
In contrast to the stereotype of most female country singers, as a songwriter, she created a persona of a stubbornly strong lady.
In contrast to the stereotype of most female country singers, as a songwriter, she created a persona of a stubbornly strong lady.