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Keyshia Cole
opened up about the death of her mother, Frankie Lons, following her sudden death last Sunday.

Frankie Lons died at her Oakland, California home on her 61st birthday following a suspected drug overdose.

Keyshia took to Instagram to remember her mother as she spoke about Frankie’s passing for the first time. She shared a slideshow gallery of images featuring Frankie.

“This is so hard man,” she wrote.

“Can’t really even find the words. SMH. I honestly don’t even know how to feel. You can never prepare for something like this… Ever!!! but you will be missed…

“I created this post to show my love and appreciation for your life and I would like to thank my fans + supporters, shooot your supporters and fans, for being here with us during these hard times, and the love that you all have for us…..the love for all your children was definitely felt.”

Keyshia concluded by vowing to bring all of Frankie’s children together “IN ONE PLACE, AT ONE TIME” to remember their mother. She wrote: “Even through our differences …. WE LOVE YOU. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!”

Cole previously documented her mom’s drug troubles on various reality TV shows, including Keyshia Cole My New Life.

Keyshia’s sister, Elite Noel, announced their mom’s death on Instagram.