Loretta Lynn remembered fondly as a ‘cantankerous little pistol’ following death

Loretta Lynn remembered fondly as ‘cantankerous little pistol’ following death (Rich Fury/AP)

Carrie Underwood has fondly remembered Loretta Lynn as a “cantankerous little pistol” and an “irreplaceable” talent, following the singer’s death aged 90.

The US country singer said she was “truly grateful” to have known Lynn as she shared memories of their performances together.