Kathryn Mathilda Messick Obituary
We bid farewell to Kathryn Mathilda Messick (Kokomo, Indiana), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 22, 2026 at the age of 96. Kathryn touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Olaf "Ole" E. Johnson and Phyllis Johnson (Hanson); her brother Lee M. Johnson; her sister-in-law Gerry; her sister Alice Lehman; her brother-in-law James; her sister Frances Goodell; and her brother-in-law Richard.
She is survived by: her daughter Sheilia (Thomas Behler) of Kokomo; her grandchildren, Drew Behler (Amanda Hosier) of Kokomo and Mary Buckalew (Daniel) of Greenfield; and her great grandchildren, Audrey and Dean Buckalew of Greenfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Kokomo, where Kay and Bob served as active members from the day the doors first opened.
