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In Loving Memory of Mary Muse

It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Mary Muse, the former Executive Director of the Kerrville Folk Festival, passed away on January 23rd at 6:30pm from complications of breast cancer.

Her beloved husband, Bill Muse, whom she met at the festival in 1992, was at her side. Over the past few weeks, Mary has been surrounded by a near-constant stream of friends, loved ones, and music.

Mary was the first Executive Director of Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation and served for 8 years, during which time she navigated the challenges of the Covid pandemic and ensured the survival of our beloved Festival. Her passion for music, her capacity to hold a loving space for all she encountered, and her commitment to and love for the Festival was unsurpassed. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Welcome Home, Mary

In Love and Service,
Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation Board of Directors
Executive Director of the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation
Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation Staff

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