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Dolly Parton's Brother Coy 'Denver' Passes Away at 82
27 Jul
Summary
- Coy 'Denver' Parton, Dolly Parton's brother, died July 23.
- He was a crane operator and farmer in Sevierville.
- Denver was one of 12 children in the Parton family.
Coy "Denver" Parton, brother to the iconic Dolly Parton, died on July 23 at the age of 82. A long-time resident of Sevierville, Denver Parton's life included work as a crane operator and a homestead farmer. He was one of twelve children born to Avie Lee Owens Parton and Robert Lee Parton in Sevier County.
Denver Parton was described as perhaps the most private member of the extensive Parton family. He is survived by his daughters, Chris and Jennifer Parton, a grandson, Ian Parton, a brother, Bobby Parton, and seven sisters, including Dolly, Stella, and Willadeene. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Parton, his parents, and four brothers. Services were private.
