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Culture March 16, 2020

Reba McEntire postpones her mother's funeral 'indefinitely' amid coronavirus fears

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Country superstar Reba McEntire has been forced to postpone her mother's funeral and burial "indefinitely," she announced Monday.

In a statement shared to Instagram, McEntire wrote that her family gave the decision "much thought and careful consideration," and want to "celebrate her life when it is safe for everyone to attend."

The singer's mother, Jacqueline, died March 14 at the age of 93.

"Our Mother, Jacqueline McEntire, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven today," the 64-year-old wrote in a lengthy emotional eulogy on her personal Instagram. "She had a wonderful, full, healthy life and was absolutely ready to go. The cancer might think it won the battle but we’re giving God all the credit on selecting the time for her to go home to Him."

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Our Mother, Jacqueline McEntire, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven today. She had a wonderful, full, healthy life and was absolutely ready to go. The cancer might think it won the battle but we’re giving God all the credit on selecting the time for her to go home to Him. She was ready to see our Daddy, her mama and daddy and all her family and friends. Down here, Alice, Pake, Susie and I, grandkids and great grandkids all got to visit with her either in person or over the phone. She left knowing how much she is loved and we all know how much she loved us. We are very thankful for all the prayers, cards, calls, visits, the care-givers with their huge hearts, and the time God gave us with Mama. Jackie, Jac, Ms McEntire, Mama, Mama Jac, Momo Jac, Grandma, Grandma Jac, whatever the title was at the time - she gave you her undivided attention. We’re all going to miss her but we have so many wonderful memories. Thank you Lord for that. In lieu of flowers, the family lovingly asks that memorials be sent to the Reba McEntire Fund to benefit the Jacqueline McEntire Library Fund. Donations can be made online at https://www.texomagivingpartners.org/donate or mailed to: The Reba McEntire Fund 5036 Reba Drive Denison, Texas, 75020 In the memo line please write “Jacqueline McEntire” Phone: THF - Texoma Giving Partners at 903.337.0755

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Reba also included a recent family photo of a smiling Jacqueline surrounded by her four children, Susie, Pake, Alice and -- of course -- Reba.

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"She was ready to see our Daddy, her mama and daddy and all her family and friends," continued the "Fancy" singer. "She left knowing how much she is loved and we all know how much she loved us."

"We’re all going to miss her but we have so many wonderful memories," Reba continued before directing fans to donate to the "Reba McEntire Fund to benefit the Jacqueline McEntire Library Fund," instead of sending flowers.

The tribute and the family photo tugged on many heartstrings, causing friends and fans to flood the comments section to express their condolences.

"We are all sending so much love to you and your family Reba. What an amazing lady your mama raised," wrote Kristin Chenoweth, while fellow country star Martina McBride sweetly commented, "Praying for you and your family Reba. Love you."