Loretta Lynn’s Beloved Granddaughter, Lynn Massey, Has Died

The team that runs Loretta Lynn’s social media pages had some sad news to share with the late country legend’s fans…her first grandchild, Lynn Massey, recently passed away.

Loretta shared six children with her husband, Oliver “Doo” Lynn. They had four daughters and two sons: Betty Sue, Jack Benny, Ernest Ray, Clara Marie “Cissie,” and twins Peggy and Patsy.

Unfortunately, both Betty Sue and Jack Benny preceded their mother in death. Jack passed away in July 1984 following a tragic drowning accident. Betty Sue died in July 2013 due to complications associated with emphysema.

“You are never the same after you bury one of your children-never,” Loretta wrote on Facebook on the 37th anniversary of Jack’s death. She reflected on how, as the two oldest kids, he and Betty Sue “kept [her] on [her] toes” as a new mother.

“…I’d do it all again if I could. They’re together now,” Loretta said.

Loretta died on October 4, 2022. Her husband, Doo, and a grandson, Jeffrey Allen Lynn, also preceded her in death. She was survived by four of her children and 25 grandchildren.

Loretta’s Granddaughter Faced “A Long And Difficult Health Battle” Before Her Death

One of those grandchildren was Lynn Massey, Betty Sue’s daughter. Lynn was beloved by her family and was Loretta and Doo’s first grandchild.

Loretta’s team was heartbroken to share the news on Thursday (August 22) that Lynn Massey recently passed away following a long struggle with her health. In a post on Loretta’s official social media pages, they said:

“Betty Sue’s daughter Lynn Massey, Loretta’s first grandchild, passed away this week after a long and difficult health battle. Our family is so grateful for the prayers and love continually shown to us.”

Loretta’s fans shared their condolences for Lynn’s family in the comments section, writing:

“Prayers to your Family, now she’s with Grandma.”

“So sorry to hear this.”

“So very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”

“Sending love and positive thoughts to the family.”

“So sad to hear. My condolences to all the family.”

“So sorry for your loss! Praying for her family and friends!

We too, join everyone in praying for Lynn’s family during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.