Dolly Parton, the iconic country singer and songwriter, has been laid to rest in a private family funeral in Nashville, Tennessee, following her death on August 25 at the age of 80. She was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum, where she is now joined by her late husband, Carl Dean. The funeral was a private affair, honoring the life of a woman whose music and personality touched millions worldwide. A tribute from her great-niece, Lainey Parton, expressed the deep sense of loss felt by the family, highlighting the support and belief Dolly had shown her throughout her life. Lainey noted how Dolly had helped her feel confident and supported her through her education and dreams. Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum released an obituary that celebrated Dolly Parton's legacy, emphasizing her timeless music, songwriting, and her warmth and kindness. The tribute also mentioned the family's request for donations to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a program that provides free books to young children. Photos shared by reporter Amelia Young showed flowers and a book of condolences at the tomb, which features a brass plaque with the names of Dolly and Carl Dean, along with engravings of their childhood homes. In honor of Dolly Parton, her niece, Jada Star, performed at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House as part of a tribute concert. She sang "The Orchard," a song she recorded with her aunt in 2024 on the album "Smoky Mountain DNA: Family, Faith and Fables." Star expressed both sadness and pride in performing at the event. Other performers included country star Jelly Roll, who made a surprise appearance to sing "9 to 5," and Carly Pearce. The event was a heartfelt celebration of Dolly's life and music. Tennessee's governor announced plans to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton, a tribute to her lasting influence. In the UK, "9 to 5" is expected to top the singles chart this week, following a surge in streaming activity after her passing. However, streaming numbers have begun to decline, which might affect its final chart position. Dolly Parton's estate has also announced DollyFest, a two-weekend event planned for Nashville and London in 2025. Originally scheduled for January 2026, the event was postponed due to her health issues. Her manager, Danny Nozell, stated that Dolly did not want a traditional memorial and instead wanted the focus to remain on the festival concept she envisioned. Dolly Parton's team confirmed that the projects she was working on before her death will continue to be brought to life. These include a line of coffee grounds, a home decor collection, and a Broadway musical set to launch later this year. Other active projects include Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum, scheduled to open in Nashville next month. Additionally, Dolly Dolls and a range of Dolly’s Dog Treats are set to be released in the coming months, ensuring that Dolly's creative spirit continues to inspire and delight fans around the world.