Although we’ve only got to “meet her” on the TV screen for a very short time on The Real Housewives of Orange County, we’re so sad to report that LeAnn Edmonds (nee Horton) has passed away. Lee Ann, Jim Edmonds’ first wife and mother to his daughters Lauren and Hayley, had been battling cancer.

A source close to the family confirmed the news to us this morning. Meghan has been Tweeting today, “Embrace the world today! Point your soul to the sun. Today is a sad day. Pls send positive vibes this way!” She later shared the quote: “Time has ceased But cherished memories still linger This is the way of life and all things We shall meet again.”

Our thoughts go out to Jim, Meghan, LeAnn’s daughters and the rest of her family and friends.

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