Joey Feek Has Gained Her Wings

Joey Feek, of the country music duet Joey+Rory, has passed away today at the age of 40, bringing an end to her battle with cervical cancer.

Joey was first diagnosed in 2014, after the birth of her daughter, Indiana. She went through treatment, and was in remission, only to have the cancer return in her colon. She has spent the last few months in hospice care at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Joey's husband, Rory, has chronicled the couple's journey on his blog, http://thislifeilive.com/, speaking candidly about the love and sorrow that have coexisted in their lives as they have faced Joey's impending passing.

True to form, Rory announced Joey's death on his blog in the utmost loving way, honoring her as he always did:

"My wife's greatest dream came true today.  She is in Heaven... The cancer is gone, the pain has ceased and all her tears are dry.  Joey is in the arms of her beloved brother Justin and using her pretty voice to sing for her savior. At 2:30 this afternoon, as we were gathered around her, holding hands and praying.. my precious bride breathed her last.  And a moment later took her first breath on the other side. As I held her hand and kissed her goodbye one last time… I was reminded of another dream of hers that came true. "

Joey has become a face of cervical cancer to many. Regardless of one's musical tastes, this beautiful family has touched the hearts of millions, who followed their journey on Rory's blog and in the media. As much as we all prayed for a miracle, it was not meant to be.

I urge you all to do what I imagine Joey would want: make your health a priority. Have a Pap smear. Have a well woman exam. Get the Gardasil vaccine. Do it all #InJoeysHonor.

Joey, Rory, and their daughters

xoxo Jennie