The world is still mourning the loss of country music icon Dolly Parton. The Jolene creator passed away in August after dealing with a series of health issues.
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But as the world continues to mourn the loss of one of its greatest entertainers, one important thing to remember is that Parton had a host of family and relatives. Who will mourn her loss even more deeply.
Parton's Niece Pays Tribute In Social Media Post
More than two weeks after one of Parton's many nieces, Heidi Parton, paid tribute to her. In a heartfelt social media post.
"It's been 2 weeks today, and it still doesn't feel real," Heidi wrote in an Instagram post on Tuesday (September 8). Accompanied by a photo of her and the late country music icon. "This photo is from the day we filmed the video for 'The Gift.' That we use as the closing song in my show at @dollywood. I'm so grateful I have this and the video."
She also added: "Seeing her every day on stage is so hard, but I'm so fortunate that I have that ability.
In the wake of the Jolene creator's sudden passing, dozens of tributes from the top tastemakers in the music industry poured out in her honor. But perhaps the biggest honor is coming from her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.
In the wake of Parton's passing, Nashville's airport will be named in honor of the late country music star. Following the announcement, Tennessee State Governor Bill Lee saluted Parton for always carrying the "volunteer spirit" of Tennessee.
Dolly Parton's extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state," Governor Lee said in a release on August 28. "From her rural mountain home in East Tennessee to global stages, Dolly carried the Volunteer Spirit with her. At a place where Tennessee welcomes the world, it is fitting that Nashville International Airport would bear the name of our state's favorite daughter. And greet travelers with the enduring legacy of Dolly's music, generosity, faith, and kindness
