‘Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact,’ the familiar statement concluded.
One of the tombstones dedicated to the couple shows their names engraved on top of a scene of the rolling countryside Parton loved so much. Her in-laws are also buried in the same location.
Dolly Parton: 1946 – 2026
Dolly Parton, an icon of music, film, philanthropy, wisecracks and rhinestones, has died at the age of 80.
The Queen of Country Music’s death was announced on Tuesday August 25, prompting an outpouring of grief across the world.
Follow Metro’s coverage of the death of Dolly Parton:
- Dolly Parton’s cause of death confirmed, after the star recently revealed she had been unwell
- Miley Cyrus writes heartfelt message to her godmother ‘Aunt Dolly’
- Heartbroken celebrities including Taylor Swift, Beyonce and Sir Elton John pay tribute to the ‘unique and irreplaceable’ music legend
- Dolly Parton’s funeral details revealed and the song she wanted to be played
- Remembering Dolly Parton’s unlikely love for Rotherham
- The devastating moment 9 to 5 The Musical audience told Dolly Parton has died
- Inside Dolly Parton’s private and ‘wonderfl’ marriage of nearly 60 years to Carl Dean
- Celebrate Dolly’s career with these seven movies
As of right now, Parton’s family has confirmed there are currently only plans for a small, private funeral with no intention of a public memorial. They have also asked fans to donate to her Imagination Library instead of flowers.
