Stella Parton honors late sister Dolly with heartfelt Facebook tribute

Stella Parton used Facebook to remember her older sister Dolly, who died earlier this year. She described a routine the sisters kept for many years, meeting each Tuesday before sunrise for a coffee conversation over the phone. Stella said the habit began when they were “little farm girls” and noted that the early-morning chats helped them be productive.

"My sister was one of the most generous, thoughtful, and kind people I’ve ever known," Stella wrote.

She recalled Dolly’s humor about their work ethic, quoting her as saying they “get more work done before the sun comes up than most folks do all day long.” Stella added that the loss of their Tuesday calls would be felt, but she believes Dolly’s “love, respect, and goodness will remain.”

Stella also highlighted Dolly’s willingness to consider experimental treatments if it could benefit future patients, describing it as an example of Dolly’s focus on helping others. She concluded by urging readers to honor Dolly’s legacy by showing more kindness, supporting others, and dedicating time and resources, as Dolly had done throughout her life.