Famed country singer Loretta Lynn’s eldest daughter, Betty Sue, passed away of emphysema at the age of 64.
Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys, along with Reba McEntire and many others have tweeted condolences to Lynn:
Oh my heart hurts so much for my friend Loretta Lynn. I've just heard her daughter, Betty Sue, passed away this mor… http://t.co/v4r5OJQsSm
— Reba (@reba) July 29, 2013
Prayers for Loretta Lynn and family today. Her eldest daughter passed away.
— Andrew Pope (@TheAndrewPope) July 29, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to @The_LorettaLynn and her family during this difficult time. We love you, Loretta! http://t.co/Z24WmLgAFJ
— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) July 29, 2013
Our condolences to the family of country legend @The_LorettaLynn. Her eldest daughter passed away today. http://t.co/7ViXmgETKd
— Country Music Assoc. (@CountryMusic) July 29, 2013
Sad news: @The_LorettaLynn's daughter, Betty Sue Lynn, passed away today. Prayin' for you & your family, Loretta. http://t.co/qmBV2vQ6WF
— CMT (@CMT) July 29, 2013
It's very depressing knowing Loretta Lynn has outlived her husband and 2 of her children. Very sad indeed.
— Kyle Dey (@KyleEDey) July 29, 2013
The response via Lynn’s Twitter account:
The Lynn Family appreciates all your prayers, love, and support of our family’s loss. Betty was Loretta’s oldest… http://t.co/poQLgBFgz3
— Loretta Lynn (@LorettaLynn) July 29, 2013
Condolences to the Lynn family for their loss.