Dolly Parton was buried Friday in a small non-public service, in keeping with the singer’s needs. The ceremony was confirmed by his great-niece, Lainey Parton, who posted a reminiscence on social media.
“It is a very tough message for me to put in writing. I needed to attend till my grandmother was buried yesterday earlier than attempting to place all of this into phrases,” her great-niece wrote. “As a result of she could not have youngsters, she at all times made us really feel like we had been hers. She cherished us that manner, and I’ll at all times be grateful to her.”
She continued: “I really feel extremely fortunate to have the ability to name her my grandmother. Thanks for at all times believing in me, loving me and making me really feel like I may do something.”
She ended with: “I really like you, Grandma. At all times.”
Parton, who died on August 25, was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park. It is likely one of the largest cemeteries in Nashville and the ultimate resting place of nation music kings comparable to Porter Wagoner, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Eddy Arnold and Marty Robbins.
Whereas Parton definitely belonged there, it was most likely extra vital to her to be near her husband of almost 60 years, Carl Dean, who was buried there in 2025.
In keeping with IndividualsDean was buried in a mausoleum within the cemetery. On it’s mounted a big plaque which additionally bears Dolly’s identify and the date of their wedding ceremony. She was doubtless buried subsequent to him, in keeping with the publication.