Obituary of John Prine

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John Prine

John Prine (born October 10th, 1946 in Maywood, Illinois) was a Singer-Songwriter who was best known for being quite talented. John may have died on April 7th, 2020 and his death was reported because of complications caused by COVID-19. He was 73.

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John Prine Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Prine, John
    • Common Name: John Prine
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Maywood, Illinois, United States
    • Birth Date: October 10, 1946
    • Age: 73 (at death)
    • Occupation: Singer-Songwriter
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Nathan's Hotdogs
    • Favorite Color: Magenta
    • Favorite Scent: Dior Sauvage
    • Favorite Actor: Susan Sarandon

    John's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Edward Prine
    • Father: William Prine
    • Mother: Verna Hamm
    • Brother(s):
      • David Prine
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Fiona Whelan Prine (married 6 April 1996-present)
      • Rachel Peer (married 1984-divorced 1988)
      • Ann Carole Menaloscino Prine (married 1966- divorced 197?)
    • Son(s):
      • Jack Prine
      • Tommy Prine
      • Jody (adopbted son)

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 07 2020 at age 73
  • Place: Nashville, Tennessee, United States
  • Cause of Death: COVID-19 virus (related complications)
  • Interment: Cremated and his ashes were spread in Kentucky's Green River.

Category Tags:

Singer-SongwriterAmerican Born on October 10th Born in 1946 Born in Illinois Died in 2020 Died at age 73 Died from COVID-19 virus

Quotable Quotes:

"When was the last time anybody saw us beating, let's say, China, in a trade deal? They kill us. I beat China all the time. All the time."

"Do not let us speak of darker days; let us speak rather of sterner days. These are not dark days: these are great days - the greatest days our country has ever lived. "

"The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me."

"Out of intense complexities intense simplicities emerge. "

"You can't handle the whole thing without a little help."

"John Prine lived a life full of passion, humor, and genuine warmth, cementing his status as a true legend in the music industry. (V)"

"John Prine had a successful career as a folk and country singer-songwriter, gaining recognition for his poetic lyrics and distinctive voice, until his untimely passing due to complications from COVID-19. (V)"

Is Mr. John Prine still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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