Kathleen Sumrall

Kathleen “Kathy” Sumrall, 77, of Bourbonnais, Illinois, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Kankakee, Illinois. She was born on December 24, 1948, in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of William “Bill” Haberkorn and Mary Ann Rebholtz Davis, both of whom preceded her in death. Kathy married the love of her life, Thomas L. Sumrall, on March 3, 1973, in Kankakee. He preceded her in death. She worked as a Senior Accountant at Baker Taylor, where she dedicated many years of service. A woman of strong faith, Kathy was deeply involved with Maternity B.V.M. Church. She served catechist for the RCIA program at Maternity B.V.M. and was the treasurer for the Ladies of St. Ann at Maternity B.V.M. She also gave her time to the community through volunteer work, including helping with All God’s Children Needs and serving as a Den Mother for the Boy Scouts. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time creating things with her hands. Kathy is survived by her two grandchildren, Madeline Sumrall and Ian Sumrall; her sister, Sharon Lundahl (Mark); brothers-in-law, David Sumrall and Roger Sumrall; sister-in-law Genice Bailey; along with several beloved nieces and nephews, Matthew Mill, Deanna Mill, Christina Whitmer, Jen Ashline; great nephews, Dylan Mill and Devin Neal. She was preceded in death by her sons, Joseph “Joe” Sumrall and Christopher Sumrall; her sister, Sandra Mill; and her parents. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 14, 2026, from noon until the memorial service at 2pm. Burial will take place at Maternity B.V.M. Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society.