Overview

• Janet Hunter Cooke, 85, died July 9 at WakeMed from norovirus and flu complications and dehydration, and Paquita McCreery, 93, passed away hours later after a period of declining health
• Judy McCreery detailed both losses in a Facebook post, outlining Janet’s cause of death and noting the timing of Paquita’s passing
• Scotty McCreery expressed shock and shared cherished memories on Instagram, recalling visits to North Carolina and Puerto Rico and asking fans for prayers
• A celebration of life for Janet will be held Monday in her hometown, and arrangements for Paquita’s services are still being finalized
• McCreery continues to balance his grief with his duties as a Grand Ole Opry member and host of SiriusXM’s Prime Country With Scotty McCreery