Dolly Parton has been laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Nashville, Tennessee, next to her late husband, Carl Dean. The singer's great-niece, Lainey Parton, confirmed the news following a private family funeral held on Friday, August 30, 2026, after Parton's death at the age of 80 earlier that week. Lainey shared an emotional tribute, expressing her feelings of loss and gratitude for Parton's influence in her life. She described Parton as 'granny' and reflected on how Parton supported her dreams and made her feel valued.
Candlelight vigils have been held in various U.S. cities, including Seattle, to honor Parton's legacy. An obituary from Woodlawn Memorial Park highlighted her contributions to music and her character, stating, 'Dolly Parton's legacy is one of love, kindness, and resilience.' The family has requested that donations be made to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a program that provides free books to children.
On Saturday, a tribute concert took place at the Grand Ole Opry, featuring performances by family members and artists, including Jada Star, who is Parton's niece. The event included a surprise appearance by Jelly Roll, who joined Carly Pearce for a performance of Parton's song '9 to 5.' Additionally, Tennessee's governor announced plans to rename Nashville International Airport in Parton's honor. The song '9 to 5' is also expected to reach number one in the UK singles chart following increased streaming after Parton's passing, although its numbers have begun to decline.