Longtime Cave City Resident Katherine Musick Brown Dies at 88

Brown was a member of First Baptist Church and retired from White Rogers.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 1:14am

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Katherine Musick Brown, a longtime resident of Cave City, Arkansas, passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 88. Brown was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cave City and had retired from White Rogers. She enjoyed activities like going to Branson, shopping, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Why it matters

Brown's passing marks the end of an era for the close-knit community of Cave City, where she was known for her kindness, love, generosity, and encouragement. Her life and legacy will serve as a reminder to the community to put God first and cherish their loved ones.

The details

Brown was born on August 22, 1937, in Sandtown, Arkansas, to Winston Wayman 'Johnny' Hastings and Mildred Ruth Montgomery. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Bill Musick and Bob Brown, as well as other family members. She is survived by her daughter Martha Parsley, son Mitchell Musick, several siblings, four grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

  • Katherine Musick Brown passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
  • Her funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

The players

Katherine Musick Brown

An 88-year-old resident of Cave City, Arkansas, who was a member of the First Baptist Church and had retired from White Rogers.

First Baptist Church of Cave City

The church where Katherine Musick Brown was a member.

White Rogers

The company from which Katherine Musick Brown had retired.

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The takeaway

Katherine Musick Brown's passing marks the end of an era for the close-knit community of Cave City, Arkansas, where she was known for her unwavering faith, devotion to family, and commitment to spreading kindness. Her legacy will continue to inspire those who knew her to cherish their loved ones and put their faith first.