Kathleen Joan Leathers

Kathleen Joan Leathers, 96, of Bourbonnais, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the Citadel of Bourbonnais. Kathleen was born on December 18, 1928, the daughter of Mathias ad Bernice (Dorsheid) Haessly. She married Arthur G. Leathers on December 25, 1947, in Bloomington, IL. Kathleen was a homemaker for many years. She enjoyed volunteering at the local schools, reading the local newspaper, and spending time with her grandchildren. Kathleen was affiliated with the Baptist faith. Kathleen is survived by her 3 daughters; Marlene (Arthur) Lewis of Bourbonnais, Grace McCasland of Kankakee, Dolores (David) Pierson of Kankakee; 9 grandchildren, Brandon (Andrea) Rigsby, Gina (Dave) Schrock, Matthew Smith, Megan (Robert) Guardiola, Melanie Donaho, Nick Hileman, Kylie Leathers, Deanna Acevado, Travis Rose of Ottawa, IL; sister, Marge Davis of Champaign, IL.; 10 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren. She is preceded by her parents; son, Randy Leathers; sister, Charlotte Horner; 2 brothers, Jim Haessly, Bob Haessly. Burial will be private on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Bloom Grove Cemetery in Manteno. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Bethel Baptist Church from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.