Kenny Rogers’ Family To Hold Public Memorial “At A Later Date” Due To Coronavirus

Kenny Rogers’ public memorial will be delayed due to the current coronavirus pandemic.

A statement from the family released to the public stated:

“The family is planning a small private service at this time out of concern for the national COVID-19 emergency.  They look forward to celebrating Kenny’s life publicly with his friends and fans at a later date.”

The legendary country artist passed away Friday (March 20). He was 81.

Rogers’ family broke the heartbreaking news on social media the morning after his death saying:

“The Rogers family is sad to announce that Kenny Rogers passed away last night at 10:25PM at the age of 81. Rogers passed away peacefully at home from natural causes under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family.”

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The news came as quite a shock to many and there was no shortage of love and support from those who loved him.

In a video posted to her social media, Dolly Parton admitted she “couldn’t believe it.”

“I loved Kenny with all my heart…And my heart is broken. A big ol’ chunk of it has gone with him today,” she said in the video with tears in her eyes.

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Reba posted this sweet sentiment below.

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Travis Tritt shared what an amazing friend Kenny was to him.

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Rogers’ family was overwhelmed with the outpouring of love and support, stating it is such a beautiful reminder of the positive impact he had and will continue to have on so many.

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The family asks if you’d like to donate in honor of Kenny, you can do that here.

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Watch Kenny and Dolly perform their hit “Islands in the Stream” below.