Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 27, 2026 — Denver Parton, a brother of famed country music artist Dolly Parton, has died at the age of 82. The Parton family has roots in the Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida, area, including Sarasota. Further details regarding the cause or circumstances of his passing were not immediately available. Denver Parton was one of twelve children born to Robert F. Parton and Avie Lee Parton. The family’s origins in East Tennessee and their later connections to Florida have been a part of their widely known history. Dolly Parton, his sister, rose to global fame as a singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist. The family’s background has often been a subject of interest to fans and the public. Information about other siblings or family members was not provided in this context. The passing of Denver Parton marks the loss of a family member within a prominent American entertainment lineage. Specific details about his life, career, or any public involvement were not included in the provided summary. The age of 82 indicates he was born around 1942, given the current year. The family’s migration and origins in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area are noted. No additional information regarding survivors, funeral arrangements, or tributes was available in the summary.

Story summarized from the original created by Matt Hollingsworth on www.wfla.com, see more information here.

About The Author