Life Note:
Warner/Chappell Nashville Pres./CEO Ben Vaughn is mourning the loss of his wife, Carlee Ann, who passed yesterday (8/23) at the age of 45 following a 15-year battle with brain cancer. "Carlee lived with the hand she was dealt with the most grace, faith and complete love for others," Vaughn shared. "This feeling is both heavy and a relief that she no longer suffers. Our family is so grateful for all that have lifted us up and walked this journey." In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the Carlee Vaughn Brain Tumor Research fund here by selecting the box next to “Dedicate my donation in honor or in memory of someone.”
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