Loretta Lynn’s son underwent “critical surgery,” and his family is asking the public for prayers. Ernest Ray Lynn’s late mom considered him a “best friend.” A couple of hours ago, it was announced that Loretta Lynn’s son, Ernest Ray Lynn, had to have an operation. A statement posted on the late singer’s social media account (which is still active) stipulated that Ernest tragically experienced kidney failure, which necessitated the surgery. The announcement was accompanied by an endearing picture of Ernest and his mom. In the image, Loretta and Ernest hold onto each other with a microphone in e…