Portland, OR, July 28, 2026 —

Coy “Denver” Parton, an older brother of the iconic singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, has died at the age of 82.

Further details regarding the circumstances of his passing were not immediately available.

Coy Parton was one of twelve children born to Robert Lee Parton and Avie Lee Parton. The family’s humble beginnings in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee have often been a theme in Dolly Parton’s music and public persona.

While not a public figure in the same vein as his world-famous sister, Coy Parton was reportedly involved in his family’s life and legacy. Information about his specific career or personal life outside of his family connections was not provided in the summary.

The Parton family has a rich musical heritage, with several siblings also pursuing careers in music or entertainment. The passing of Coy “Denver” Parton marks a loss for the large and well-known family.



Story summarized from the original created by Kelly Corbett on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.

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