Catherine Louise Brown Smith, 80, of San Antonio, Texas.

Catherine Louise Brown Smith, 80, a woman of deep faith, gentle melody, and adventure, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family. She has gone to join her beloved husband, James Lyle Smith, in the presence of the Lord.

Born on December 6, 1945, to Charles Victor Brown and Agnes Lucille Bell Brown, she cultivated a life centered on faith, family, adventure, and music. Her life’s song was defined by a devotion to the Lord, a relentless love for her children and grandchildren, and a passion for teaching.

She was a dedicated educator, spending decades shaping young minds with patience and grace, leaving a legacy of knowledge and kindness that will live on in her students.

As a gifted flutist, she filled the world with beauty, gracing the Pasadena Philharmonic with her talent for many years alongside the love of her life, James Lyle Smith. Her music was a testament to her beautiful soul.

As a two-time breast cancer survivor, Catherine’s happiest moments were spent outdoors camping with her family. Gathering around the campfire, sleeping under the stars, and exploring nature with her children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and nephews brought her immense joy and created lifelong memories.

Catherine is survived by her loving children, Philip Smith and his wife Shelley, and David Smith and his wife Michelle; her cherished grandchildren, Alyssa, Walker, and Colter, who were the light of her life; her brother Charles Duane Brown and his wife Gina; her sister Sue Ann Brown Jenson; brother-in-law John Smith and his wife Grace; and sister-in-law BJ Kirksey and her husband Don, along with countless nieces and nephews with whom she adored. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Lyle Smith; her parents, Charles and Agnes Brown; and her in-laws, James and Mary Smith; sister-in-law Candy Brown; and brother-in-law Joel Jenson.

A celebration of Catherine’s life and legacy will be held on May 30th at 10:00 am at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery at 13313 N Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131, with a graveside service to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society,  Educate Texas or the Pasadena Philharmonic to honor her dedication to education, music, and family.

She was a wonderful soul who will be deeply missed.