Kathryn Isham

COAL CITY—Kathryn Lynn “Kathy” Isham, 58, of Coal City, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2020 at her home with her family by her side.
Kathy was born Aug. 16, 1961 in Morris, to James and Judy (nee Rasmussen) Sullivan. She graduated from Morris High School and married Shane Isham on Aug. 16, 1996. Throughout her life and into her death, Kathy had great faith in God and was a proud member of the United Lutheran Church of Gardner. Kathy truly lived her life for others and was a shoulder for many. She had a knack for bringing people together. Among other things, Kathy enjoyed traveling with her beloved family and friends, spending summer days on her pontoon boat, getting together with her card groups, and cherished memories of farming with her loving husband and grandchildren.
She is survived by her loving husband of 24 years, Shane Isham; her four children: Brandon (Melissa) Benson, Ashley (Ryan Brzezicki) Benson, Levi Isham and Lilly Isham; grandchildren: Peyton, Jake and Sawyer; her mother, Judy Vitters, of Fremont, NE; her brothers, Greg (Marilyn) Sullivan, of Spokane, WA and Eric (Stacey) Sullivan, of Norman, OK. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Ted Debord and her nephew, James Debord, of Fremont, NE.
She was preceded in death by her father, James; her step-father, Richard Vitters; her sister, Anne Debord and the family dog, Roxie.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the United Lutheran Church of Gardner, 309 E. Jefferson St., Gardner, IL. 60424
Cremation rites have been accorded.
A private family memorial service will be held.
Family and friends are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.ferrarifuneral. com
Ferrari Funeral Services of Coal City are entrusted with arrangements.