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Dolly Parton‘s family knows that fans will want to participate in a memorial in some way after the tragic news of her passing at age 80.

Now, a new statement has been released, confirming that family and loved ones will gather for a more intimate. private funeral, People reports.

After confirming the funeral news, they did provide an update on how fans can honor her legacy.

Dolly Parton’s family makes a request of fans

“Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com,” the statement added. By the way, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family’s income.

Find out why Dolly was hospitalized days before her death.

Our continued condolences are with Dolly Parton‘s friends, family, and loved ones during time time. RIP.

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