voc, 1948-2014 US, Winchester, Virginia
Singer of Country and World
Penny DeHaven (born Charlotte DeHaven; May 17, 1948 – February 23, 2014) was an American country and gospel music singer and actress. At the beginning of her career, she recorded as Penny Starr.Born Charlotte DeHaven in 1948 in Winchester, Virginia, she is best known for her country hit singles in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Her biggest hit was "Land Mark Tavern", a duet with Del Reeves in 1970.Her albums included 1972’s Penny DeHaven and 2011’s gospel collection A Penny Saved.DeHaven died from cancer on February 23, 2014, at the age of 65.