A country music legend has passed away at 80. She was known for her philanthropy and music empire. A literacy program was created to provide free books to young children.

This program was motivated by her father's struggles with reading and writing. The program mails books to registered children every month. It is intended for children from birth to age five and provides age-appropriate material.

Further details about her life and legacy are available, including her impact on families and her background as one of 12 children in a rural area.