The younger brother of country icon and a country music songwriter himself, Floyd Parton died at 61 on Dec. 6, 2018. His work includes the ballad of steadfastness, "Rockin' Years," recorded by Dolly Parton and in 1991. Parton and Shelton were nominated for Best Country Vocal Collaboration for their performance of the song at the .
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Beloved family member, nature lover and man of many talents made his home in Sevierville, Tenn.
|GRAMMYS/DEC 12, 2018 - 10:02 AM
The younger brother of country icon and a country music songwriter himself, Floyd Parton died at 61 on Dec. 6, 2018. His work includes the ballad of steadfastness, "Rockin' Years," recorded by Dolly Parton and in 1991. Parton and Shelton were nominated for Best Country Vocal Collaboration for their performance of the song at the .
Living in Sevierville, Tenn., Floyd was known for his many talents. In addition to his songwriting he was an outdoorsman, nature lover and great cook. He is survived by his many siblings and their families. reports the family already held a private service in his memory. His cause of death has not been commented on.
Floyd will also be remembered and be present in spirit on Feb. 8, 2019 when Dolly is honored by at the gala in Los Angeles, two nights before the .
His passing was confirmed by an at where condolences can be left online. Those wishing to make donations in his memory are directed to give to the My People Senior Activity Center at 1220 W. Main Street, Sevierville, TN 37862.
