Dolly Parton funeral: Will the country legend be buried beside husband Carl Dean? Details here

The legendary country music star Dolly Parton, who celebrated her 80th birthday on August 25, has passed away peacefully following a brief battle with cancer, according to her family. Her nephew, Brian Seaver, shared a touching tribute video on behalf of the family, confirming the news of her death. In accordance with Parton's wishes, she will be buried in a small, private service attended by her immediate family.

Ten years before her death, Parton had expressed her desire to be interred next to her husband, Carl Dean, at the Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Nashville. The couple had been married for over four decades and met in 1964 when Dean was working at a laundromat in Nashville. Parton had dedicated her life to supporting her husband's remarkable career, and they will now be laid to rest together in Nashville, surrounded by their cherished memories.