Freddy Fender2.jpgMexican-American country singer Freddy Fender has died today. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in early 2006 and passed away at his home today in Corpus Christi surrounded by his family at his bedside.

The Grammy award-winning artist’s body will be taken to San Benito, TX for a funeral and memorial services.

May he rest in peace and his family find closure in knowing that he is playing his tunes in a far better place.

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