Naomi Judd’s Cause Of Death: New Details Emerge

As more details emerge about the cause of death of Naomi Judd, her husband of more than 30 years honored her memory with an emotional song. Dolly Parton offered her condolences about Judd’s passing, saying “Naomi and I were close. Just know that I will always love you.” NBC’s Joe Fryer reports for TODAY.

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[SatabdiKundu]

Someone who suffered from anxiety and depression since age of 15 can understand that it's a battle that we are fighting. May she rest in peace.

[kimmaried.]

Respect to the family for not trying to hide anything. This can help so many other families talk about this. Thank You 🙏

[rickyelliott]

I lost a brother, and a sister to suicide, and my heart breaks for this precious family, and will keep them in prayer.

[popsiwapat]

As I suffered with depression and panic attack for 10 more years. I'm now full recovery because of many medicines, therapies, retreat, meditation, coaching and great companionships who support me . I understand her situation and I understand how many people don't understand our condition. I wish her family and friends will be ok. R.I.P sweet lady

[p.miller]

No one that has suffered with or battled depression does not know the struggles of how it effects your everyday
Please be kind, gentle and understanding to those that suffer this terrible disease
May you Rest In Peace Naomi 🌹

[FaithLoveDreams]

“It’s a strange dynamic to be this Broken and this Blessed…..” May Naomi finally be at peace from the horrible disease of Depression 🙏🏾

[lirivicerabin]

Sweet Naomi - many people don't understand the very real pain the disease of depression can bring. She suffered so much. May she sing and dance with angels and be comforted by God now.

[normadesmond]

Poor woman. I've been suffering from clinical depression for 30 years. Know what she's gone through. Hope she's found peace now.

[meg]

"to be this broken and this blessed" the way she said that was so genuine

[lisamartin]

Suicide is never an easy subject BUT not addressing it is further stigmatizing mental illness. Naomi was very open and honest about her struggle and here they are trying not to say THE "S" WORD. I can see and feel her pain. She was suffering greatly. Sorry Naomi you had to go through this but I hope you are at peace and in Gods loving arms. Gone but most definitely never forgotten.

[ShakeMyWay]

Really tragic. We are not doing enough to help people that are depressed and hurting.

[JulieJackson]

She was amazing. No one understands depression and anxiety unless they have experienced it. God bless her and her family. May she rest in peace.

[mayneeyuh]

She was a brave woman. Most people won’t talk about suicide for fear of being locked up. I hope she’s at peace.

[mykoniichistorychannel]

I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety when I was 23, I get it. I just hope she's at peace. It's nobody's place to place judgment on her when they aren't in her shoes. May she rest in peace.

[masonstarship]

I’m currently struggling with depression and anxiety PTSD it’s scary I keep pushing myself to be better and fight this please pray for me

[BOSSIIBIITCH]

My niece took her life almost two years ago now. She was 29 years old and left behind two young children. The pain never goes away. I’ve personally been battling depression, anxiety and ptsd for many years. It’s a struggle everyday but I fight to survive. I only wish that my niece was stronger.
Praying that mama Judd has found some peace.🕯🕊

[carolpearson]

I fell in love with the Judd's in the 80s. I loved "Change of Heart" it sold me on your music. I lost my Mother in 2014 to Severe Clinical Depression, I have 2 sisters. We tried every single thing that was available to us and Mama had great insurance and we had money. My oldest sister and I are RNs. Nothing made any difference, from medication to therapy...nothing helped her. She starved herself to death in 2014 and there was nothing we could do. and The years of her depression destroyed our family. We lived in pain and hopelessness for decades and our family anchor, as she insidiously worsened, kept us adrift. You girls band together and understand that this is an illness. Do Not blame yourselves....move forward and do all the things that would light her up and make her happy. Much love, Carol Pearson

[EdsterIII]

This is a terrifying ordeal for one person to go through. I knew a wonderful young woman who I worked with. First time I met her she was a 3rd shift clerk at a Gas Station, and I worked with her brother. Then I was the overnight manager at a grocery retailer in my early 20's and she was our new o/n cashier. She was funny, sweet, smart, and pretty, but she hid a depression. One day she didn't come to work. Next day same thing. No call, nothing? Wasn't like her at all, she was extremely punctual and reliable. By the fourth day I was scared. Then I learned she took her own life. A beautiful young woman barely into her 20's, so much life to live, chose to die. When you have something that scares you and depresses you that much you'd rather die, I just can't even comprehend the pain inside. I have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. There was a time back 15-20 years ago I wanted to die, but I couldn't. Now seeing my illness I see how precious life is. NEVER GIVE UP! KEEP FIGHTING PLEASE! LIFE IS BETTER WITH YOU IN IT! IF NOBODY LISTENS YELL LOUDER!! PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP!

[mefford]

I lost a beloved nephew this way and the pain never, ever goes away…💔

[VC-moyg]

Severe chronic depression is VERY serious. We NEED to recognize, learn and understand this MAJOR illness. As tears flow, I say this unequivocally as a suicide survivor, depressive anxiety and border line personality...
Naomi dearest angel...we know you are singing in Heaven😇 with the sweetest of the Lord's choir, those dearly departed souls ❤ and best friends passed. Blessings and forever peace outlasting.🙏