Billy Edd Wheeler, Songwriter Who Celebrated Rural Life, Dies at 91

Billy Edd Wheeler, an Appalachian folk singer known for his vivid songs about rural life and culture, passed away at the age of 91 at his home in Swannanoa, North Carolina. He was best known for writing “Jackson,” a popular duet performed by June Carter and Johnny Cash as well as Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood in 1967. Wheeler’s music captured the essence of Appalachian life and resonated with audiences worldwide.

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