She grew up on a ranch, where she started working at just 5 years old — today, she is one of our most beloved singers

their mother.

Jacqueline had taught the siblings to harmonize, corrected their performances, encouraged their local appearances, and helped Reba travel to Nashville when fear nearly stopped her.

Without her mother, Reba wondered whether singing still had the same purpose. Susie reassured her that the desire to perform would eventually return.

It did. continue reading …