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Visitation:
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Service:
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
11:00 AM
Katherine Kilgore passed away at her home, with her loving family around her, from a short illness. She was born on November 2, 1934, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, to the late Mellis and Mollie Barnett.
She met and married the love of her life, Kelsie Kilgore. She was a home maker and took care of many of her family members. She loved to cook her favorite fried chicken and chicken and dumplings.
She had 12 children and took care of four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was known by many as "Granny" and "Aunt" but to her children she was known as, "Mom."
Surviving are her children, Benny (Carolyn) Kilgore of Lima, Danny Kilgore of Willard, Christine (Bo) Hoskins of Galion, Freddie (Laura) Kilgore of Grayson, Kentucky, Gary Kilgore of Willard, Kenny Kilgore of Willard, Ricky Kilgore of Willard, Rose Pugh of Willard, Kevin Kilgore of Crestline, and Keith (Lisa) Kilgore of Willard.
She is also survived by brothers, Junior (Wilda) Barnett of Shiloh, Lonnie (Phyllis) Barnett of Mount Gilead and Thurman (Debbie) Barnett of Whiteford, Pennsylvania; and sister, Lonie Jones of Tennessee.
She also leaves behind five half brothers and sisters; 23 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; and seven great-great grandchildren, with one on the way.
She also leaves behind various nieces, nephews and cousins as well as friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Eddie Kilgore; daughter, Betty Kilgore; brother, Johnny Barnett; and sister, Cassie Rice.
Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Living Truth Community Church, 631 S Main St., Willard, where her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor David Lee Montgomery will officiate the service and burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven. Memorial contributions can be made to the family. Katherine's family would like to extend a thank you to Comfort Care for their services and Pastor's Greg Griffith, David Lee Montgomery, Buddy Walters and Betty Ichols. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Keirsta - Oct 22, 2019
We miss you more than anything grandma. I wish I could have one more full day with you.? it’s still hard to believe your gone. It doesn’t even seem real. Thank you for all the memories grandma. It was like yesterday us kids were playing in the yard at your house. Well never forget you. You were loved by many. We’ll see eachother again one day but until that day comes, rest easy.❤️
Mariah woods - Oct 15, 2019
Granny I'm so sorry I didn't see you when you was alive I really did try but also thank you for raising me and taking me in when you didn't have to. I really wanted you to meet my son I really am so so so sorry I couldn't make the funeral I love you so much I'm sorry I couldn't see you during your times being alive and beautiful I love you granny ❤❤
Angie King - Oct 15, 2019
It saddens my heart for Katherine’s family that she is no longer with us. She was such a special lady and I am so blessed to have known her. She lives on in each of you. Much love to all of you.
The Pelham family - Oct 14, 2019
We are very sorry for your loss.
Tim & Renee Gayheart - Oct 14, 2019
Kevin, we are sorry for the loss of your sweet little mom. Katherine was a very sweet lady. You and the Kilgore family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you
Sharlene Hicks baugh - Oct 14, 2019
Praying for the family she was a great lady she will be missed by a lot of people
Lois Kilgore - Oct 14, 2019
So sorry .She was a great and wonderful sister-in-law love her and all of the family love Aunt Lois and Uncle Bill Kigore
Alice Fletcher - Oct 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Katherine was a good & loving woman. I have memories of being in church with her many times. She had a beautiful smile for everyone. Keep the love she had going & spread it every where you go for God is love.
Tawana woods - Oct 14, 2019
She is a good woman and had a heart of gold sorry for your loss she will be missed
Mandy Mullins - Oct 14, 2019
Shawna my friend I am so very sorry for your loss. I love you and my thoughts and prayers are with you always
Scott Barnett - Oct 14, 2019
Prayers of Peace and Comfort to all. Katherine will be Greatly Missed. Always loved to sit and listen to her stories about her life. She was and is a great inspiration to me. Love You all !!! Blessings.
Melissa Rice - Oct 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all
Ruby Patrick Best - Oct 14, 2019
To all the family so sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jo Ann Moore - Oct 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss, just know she'll be waiting for you....
Such a sweet lady, will be be missed by many
