Merle Haggard Tumor

Country legend Merle Haggard underwent surgery on November 3. 2008, to have a malignant tumor removed from his lung. The singer was 71-years-old at time of surgery.FOX News: Malignant Tumor Removed (November 4, 2008) He did not require chemotherapy for the tumor and recovered at a healthy pace.People: Merle Haggard Doing "Better Every Day" After Lung Cancer Surgery (January 21, 2009)

• "I lost the upper lobe of my right lung where there was a tumor suspended like a fruit on a tree. But there was no chemo and I got real lucky."—Merle HaggardPeople: Merle Haggard Doing "Better Every Day" After Lung Cancer Surgery (January 21, 2009)
• "I feel like I've extended my life. I'm in better shape than when I went in."—Merle HaggardPeople: Merle Haggard Doing "Better Every Day" After Lung Cancer Surgery (January 21, 2009)
• "He is doing better and better every day. Merle and I both believe strongly in our Lord Jesus Christ and His healing powers. After all, He is the greatest physician of all. Believing in our prayers to be answered is the key."—Theresa Haggard, Merle Haggard's wifeCMT: Merle Haggard Recovering (November 5, 2008)

Contactmusic: Haggard Undergoes Lung Cancer Surgery (November 5, 2008) Rolling Stone: Haggard Gets Tumor Removed (November 5, 2008)