The ongoing health battle of Loretta Lynn‘s daughter, Clara Marie Lynn, affectionately known as “Cissie,” continues as she recently faced a recurrence of mouth cancer, leading her to undergo surgical treatment at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN on February 12. The Lynn family shared this update across Loretta Lynn’s social media platforms, reaching out to fans for their supportive prayers.
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In the shared message, the Lynn family conveyed the gravity of Cissie’s situation, stating:
“Cissie is undergoing a critical surgery in her battle against a recently reoccurring cancer. Your prayers for Cissie and her family would mean so much to us.”
Cissie Lynn herself, in an emotional update on her personal Facebook page on February 11, revealed that it has been nearly a decade since her last encounter with the disease but acknowledged that her current condition is more challenging. Expressing her vulnerability, she wrote:
“I don’t know what to say because I’m way [too] emotional and scared this time all I’m asking if you don’t mind would you be please say a prayer for me if you can [find] it in your heart. God how I wish my sweet mama could just hold me tonight.”
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At 71 years old, Cissie, the third child of Loretta and Oliver “Doolittle” Lynn, has followed in her mother’s musical footsteps, embarking on a country music career in her early-adult years. In 2011, she released a full album featuring Loretta Lynn hits titled “The Daughter of the Coal Miner’s Daughter.”
In recent years, Cissie has maintained a relatively low profile, contributing to the management of the Loretta Lynn Ranch and supporting her mother’s enduring legacy.
During this difficult time, the Lynn family appreciates the thoughts and prayers of well-wishers. Please join us in offering support and prayers for Cissie and the Lynn family as they navigate these health challenges.
