Carolyn Ann Brown, 80, of Owensboro, Kentucky, passed away with family by her side at Owensboro Health Regional hospital on Thursday, January 30th, 2025. Carolyn was a talented sketch artist, often creating doodles and sharing them with her loved ones. She had a love for dancing and enjoyed showcasing her beautiful singing voice on stage as the former lead singer of a local country music band called the River City Wranglers. Above all, she cherished her family, especially her beloved dog, Maxie.
Carolyn was a devoted Catholic and a longtime member of Sts. Joseph and Paul Catholic Church.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Marie Peak; sisters, Lois Brown and Mary Elizabeth (1954); a stepson, Sam Lindsey Jr.; and the love of her life, Sam Lindsey Sr.
Carolyn is survived by her son, Gene Brown (Mary Ann); daughter, Cyndi Murphy (Louis); siblings, Jeanne Johnson (John), Bill Peak (Judy), Margie Ward (Darrel), Dot Hodges (Jim); grandchildren, Derek Brown, Mara Brown, Katrina Arvin, Jessica McFarling, Heather Bennett (Cory), and Angie Case (Luke); as well as nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Her legacy of love and creativity will be carried on by all who knew her.
Graveside services will be 10:00 am on February 8, 2025, at Mater Dolorosa Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to ASPCA.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Carolyn Ann Brown. Leave your messages of condolence for the family of Ms. Brown and sign her virtual guestbook at www.haleymcginnis.com.