Natalie Cole's Sisters Timolin & Casey Break Silence on Death

Natalie Cole‘s sisters, Timolin and Casey, are remembering her fondly.

The 54-year-old twins spent Christmas Eve with their late sister and family in Los Angeles before she passed away on New Year’s Eve at the age of 65 from congestive heart failure.

“Christmas Eve has always been a magical time for Natalie because she looked forward to the season and being surrounded by loved ones,” Timolin told People. “We had a wonderful evening where we reminisced about holiday traditions of the past and present, including decorating every inch of her Hancock Park home with vintage Christmas ornaments and finery.”

“We hope that her passion for music serves as an example to young people around the world to work hard and make their dreams come true,” Timolin added. “To that end, we will continue our family’s commitment to music as we provide music education to children with the greatest need and fewest resources through our nonprofit organization, Nat King Cole Generation Hope. ”

Our thoughts are still with Natalie Cole‘s family and friends during this difficult time.