Jeannie Seely Mourns Death Of Her Beloved Husband, Gene Ward
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Jeannie Seely’s Husband, Gene Ward, Has Died At Age 92
Country music legend and Grand Ole Opry member Jeannie Seely is mourning the death of her beloved husband, Gene Ward.
Jeannie and Gene married in 2010. Just eight years later, Jeannie asked her fans to pray for Gene, who was experiencing some serious health issues.
Gene started feeling better, and he and Jeannie renewed their vows in 2019. But his health recently took another turn for the worse.
In a post she shared on social media on Wednesday (December 11), Jeannie wrote:
“Thanksgiving morning Gene asked me to call 911 as he was having chest pains and couldn’t breathe. At St. Thomas Hospital they also confirmed that cancer is back. He has been transferred to Lifecare in Old Hickory for care and they are a great folks there. His boys, Gregg, Kevin and Shane are the best. We would be grateful for extra prayers. Gene Ward is one of the most amazing men I have ever known and I have been so blessed to be his wife.“
Sadly, just three days later, Jeannie shared the news that Gene had passed away.
Jeannie posted two pictures of a beautiful sunrise, and captioned them “Gene’s first morning in heaven.”
Gene Ward was 92 years old at the time of his death. According to a statement cited by Taste of Country, he died at a life care center in Nashville on Friday (December 13).
Country Music Fans Offer Their Condolences To Jeannie Seely
Jeannie Seely’s followers shared their sympathies on her post about her husband Gene’s death. Some of the thousands of heartfelt messages she recieved included:
“My Dearest Jeannie, my heart is weeping for You. May you find comfort knowing your Beloved Gene was gently lifted to Heaven by Angels and those very same wings will embrace You, your family and all who loved Him so.”
“We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to all of you.”
“Many thoughts, prayers, hugs and love sent your way this morning. So sorry for your loss.”
“I’m so sorry Jeannie, but he sure painted you a beautiful picture this morning. Hugs, and praying you’ll find comfort in all those precious memories.”
“So so sorry, Miss Jeannie! What a great love you and Gene hadâ¦that love never endsâ¦thatâs the one thing we have for eternity!”
According to Taste of Country, Gene’s visitation service will be held at 11 AM CST on Deceember 19 at the Spring Hill Funeral Home in Nashville. A memorial service will follow the visitation, and start at 1 PM CST.
Those wishing to honor Gene may make a donation to the Shrinerâs Hospital for Children or the Opry Trust Fund.
Our hearts and prayers go out to Jeannie and to all of Gene’s loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace…
