Country Music Hall of Famer Jim Ed Brown Passes Away
Country music hall of famer Jim Ed Brown has passed away at the age of 81. After beating lung cancer earlier this year, it returned earlier this month.
Before passing away Brown was presented with a country music hall of fame medallion, five months ahead of the official induction ceremony.
Brown has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1963. He was remembered by the Opry and country stars on social media. Rest in Peace Jim. You will be missed.
Our hearts are heavy tonight as we say goodbye to an important part of our #Opry family. Jim Ed Brown will be missed. pic.twitter.com/vkbhqxyaEU
— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) June 12, 2015
Sincere condolences to the family of Jim Ed Brown
We're gonna miss you Buddy
Rest in peace
— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) June 12, 2015
I have just lost a great friend and the world has lost a great voice. Thanks for all the memories Jim Ed Brown. pic.twitter.com/qLGxD1cayd
— TG Sheppard (@TGSheppardmusic) June 12, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Jim Ed Brown. https://t.co/lID9TzCA6W
— Reba (@reba) June 12, 2015