In contrast to his well-known sisters, David avoided the limelight throughout his lifetime. His surviving family members include his brothers, his 45-year wife, Kay Parton, two daughters, Donna and Dena, and Lucas, who the obituary refers to as a “nephew/son,” as well as grandkids and great-grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to the funeral, which will take place at Leadvale Baptist Church in White Pine on Tuesday, November 19.
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Randy, Dolly Parton’s brother, passes away at age 67 from cancer: “He’s Shining in Heaven Now” David’s passing occurs six years after his brother.