Whitney Houston's mother has words for Bobby Brown Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 3:22 pm, Monday, January 28, 2013 Authorities said her death was complicated by cocaine use and heart disease. Cissy Houston, herself an accomplished soul and gospel singer who has performed with Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin, describes Whitney as a transcendent talent and vivacious and generous person known affectionately by her childhood ... Read More