The music world is mourning the loss of singer Sandy Posey, who passed away at the age of 80 after a long battle with dementia.
Posey, known for her 1960s hits “Single Girl” and “Born a Woman,” died on Saturday morning at her Tennessee home, surrounded by her loving husband Wade Cummins and family members.
Cummins revealed that Posey had been struggling with dementia for several years, but her condition had slowly deteriorated over the past seven years. Despite her health struggles, Posey remained in good spirits until the end.
Cummins, who cared for Posey in her final years, is heartbroken over the loss of his beloved wife, but finds comfort in their strong faith. “She’s now with Jesus,” he said, adding that he’s grateful for the outpouring of support from Posey’s fans around the world.
Singer Sandy Posey has died aged 80 following a battle with dementia. Pictured in 1966
The singer of hits such as Born a Woman and Single Girl was pictured in 1967 in London
Posey’s family is planning a celebration of life event in her honor, which will be recorded and shared on Facebook for her fans to watch. She will be cremated, according to sources.
Throughout her career, Posey released several hit singles, including “I Take It Back,” “What a Woman in Love Won’t Do,” and “Are You Never Coming Home.” Her hit song “Born a Woman” earned her two Grammy nominations in 1967.
Posey was signed to multiple record labels, including Columbia, Warner Bros., and MGM, and had worked with legendary producers such as Billy Sherrill.
Posey was pictured in 1966, the year she had the hit singles Born a Woman and Single Girl
Posey’s legacy will live on through her music, which continues to inspire new generations of country and pop fans.
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum paid tribute to Posey on social media, saying: “Sandy Posey, whose hits like ‘Born a Woman’ and ‘Single Girl’ blended the sweetness of 1960s teen pop with country melodies, died July 21.”
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, based in Nashville, posted a tweet Monday in memory of the late singer
Fans have taken to social media to pay their respects to Posey, sharing their favorite memories and songs by the legendary singer.
Multiple fans took to social media to pay memorial to the late musical artist
Posey’s music career spanned over five decades, during which she worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Elvis Presley.
She will be deeply missed by her fans and the music community, but her legacy will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come.