She also couldn’t help but admire Cardwell’s resilience in standing up to cancer.

Nonetheless, everybody came together to support Cardwell when she needed it the most.

However, things between Lauryn “Pumpkin” Efird and Cardwell weren’t always this great.

Anna Cardwell posing outside

But the two grew closer after Efird started visiting Cardwell following her diagnosis.

She explained that even when Cardwell rested at home, the family consistently checked in on her.

She started by revealing that Cardwell was surrounded by her dearest loved ones in her final moments.

Anna Cardwell with her family at a book signing

She also shared that she had a tough time watching her 29-year-old sister battle cancer throughout the year.

We will all check that your legacy lives on forever."

Shannon also added a nod to Cardwell’s daughters.

Anna Cardwell with her daughter