Joey and Rory

To celebrate what would have been Joey Feek's 50th birthday, her young daughter laid flowers and a kiss on her gravestone.

In each case, the hitmaker recovered and found love once again. Actually, it didn't take too long in one or two cases.

During times of unimaginable loss, these country songs can soothe the soul.

Only one song cracked the country Top 40, but many more made an impact with fans.

Only one song cracked the country Top 40, but many more made an impact with fans.