Kelly Rowland is mourning the loss of her mother Doris Rowland Garrison, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 66.

Doris died of cardiac arrest and would have celebrated her 67th birthday Saturday.

Doris had two children, Kelly and a son, Orlando.

Kelly commented on the death of her mother saying,

“It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my mother, Doris Rowland Garrison.”

“She was an incredible soul who made countless sacrifices so that I could become the woman – and now mother – I am today,” Rowland added. “We humbly appreciate all the love and support and only ask for privacy during this difficult time.”

Our condolences to @KELLYROWLAND + her family right now. She lost her mother last night. Details to follow. #RIP pic.twitter.com/FJTXwjxO3w

— BET (@BET) December 3, 2014

Kelly was close to her mother and shared a lot of special moments with her. Her mother was close by when Kelly gave birth to her first child, a little boy.

Rowland and her husband, Tim Weatherspoon welcomed the birth of their son on November 4.

One of my most recent Happiest moments was exchanging wedding vows with my best friend. There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved. I'd love to hear your story! Share your Happiest moment pic on Instagram using #ThisIsMyTime. You could win my new @twsteel timepiece! -xo

A photo posted by kellyrowland (@kellyrowland) on Nov 11, 2014 at 10:20am PST

Kelly adores being a mother and shares photos of her family on her Instagram page often.

The most Happiest moment of my life — TJW! Share your Happiest moment now on Instagram using #ThisIsMyTime for a chance to win my new @twsteel timepiece! -xo

A photo posted by kellyrowland (@kellyrowland) on Nov 11, 2014 at 10:16am PST

#thesweetestsunday

A photo posted by kellyrowland (@kellyrowland) on Nov 11, 2014 at 4:03pm PST

Condolences to Kelly Rowland and her family on the loss of Doris. Hopefully she can focus on the happiness her husband and son bring her to help get her through this tough time.