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- Dolly Parton died at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer.
- Her sister Stella said Dolly would consent to experimental drugs if doctors saw no hope, to aid patients.
- The family will hold a private service for immediate relatives, per Dolly’s request.
- Dollywood will remain open Wednesday, honoring Dolly’s wish that “the show must go on.”
- Fans are asked to donate to Dolly’s Imagination Library instead of sending flowers.
