Oliver Lynn

Oliver “Mooney” Lynn was the husband of famed country star, Loretta Lynn. He began working as her manager, working to get her appearances at the Grand Ole Opry, tour appearances with Patsy Cline, and other opportunities. In addition, he has had several writing credits on songs that were later sung by his wife.

Lynn later died of congestive heart failure after battling the disease for several years. Contemporarily, he is often credited for being the one to encourage Loretta’s singing career.