Obituaries

Kathy A. Heitz Coats

February 15th, 1960 – June 16th, 2020

Kathy Ann Heitz Coats, Age 60, of Bushnell, Illinois was called home to her Lord and Savior at 2:20 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020. She was born February 15,1960 in Macomb, Illinois the daughter to Cecil and Nancy Little Heitz. Kathy married Robert L Coats in Macomb on August 15, 1986. He survives.

Also surviving to mourn her loss are her daughter Kylie Coats and granddaughter Savannah Dowell, both of Macomb, whom she loved dearly. Other survivors include her mother, two sisters, Rebecca (Monte) Crossman of Astoria, Susie (Scotty) Parr of Vermont, one brother Chris (Kelly) Heitz of Vermont, mother-in-law Sue Kindred of Beardstown, father-in-law Robert E Coats of Houston, TX, and many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great- nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, her maternal grandparents Roman and Lulu Little and her paternal grandparents Roy and Vernie Heitz.

Kathy was a 1978 graduate of VIT High School. In 1979, she earned a Certificate of Accountancy from Robert Morris College. She went on to work at Western Illinois University for 35 years. During her employment she completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree, graduating from WIU in 2002. She retired in December 2018 from her position as the Central Stores Manager in the Physical Plant. She also served as the Financial Secretary for Immanuel Lutheran Church where she was a member.

Kathy was a vivacious, loving, and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother, friend and coworker. She loved spending time with all of her family at the farm she grew up on. Her favorite hobby was anything that involved her granddaughter; from attending choir concerts and awards ceremonies to throwing batting practice before ball games, she was there for it all. She also loved shopping trips with her lifelong friends The Sunshine Girls and enjoyed traveling to watch live music shows with her husband.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 at Vermont Cemetery with Re. Mike Burdick officiating.

Per the family’s request, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Condolences

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace during this time of grief. Kathy cox.

June 17th, 2020

Prayers for the family!

June 17th, 2020

Our prayers are for all the family of this lovely lady. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
John & Sandy Bybee

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for her immediate family, mom and siblings...May the Good Lord wrap His Loving Arms around each and every one of you...I pray all the memories you shared will sustain you through the days ahead. Praying God's peace and comfort to all...LaRita Maloney

June 17th, 2020

My condolences to the Coats family. I was shocked to see and hear this news. Kathy was a sweet, outgoing, friendly co-worker at WIU. She will be missed by many people with the lives she touched. Prayers to the family.

June 17th, 2020

Kathy was a wonderful woman, wicked sense of humor, cared for others and a truly good person. She will be greatly missed by me and all who knows her. MayJesus wrap her family in his love. Kathy had great faith and is in God’s house now. Theresa Roegge

June 17th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences for all the family. May your faith and God's love give you comfort, strength, and peace, until you all are reunited again one day. Gary & Cheryl Matteson

June 17th, 2020

Condolences to the family and friends, I was class of 77. I remember she always had a smile on her face. She will be missed by so many people. Judy McCormick Potter

June 17th, 2020

So sorry to hear about Kathy. Prayers sent for comfort for her family 🙏🙏Becky Crabtree Lundeen

June 17th, 2020

You are all in my thoughts and prayers she was a wonderful person so sorry for your loss

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Praying that this family will find comfort in beautiful memories.

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Kathy was such an inspiration to all who knew her. She loved her family dearly. She would talk about her granddaughter all the time. I’m so happy that I had the privilege of knowing Kathy.

June 17th, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and family. Also Sue Kindred and family. She is Home and whole again.

June 17th, 2020

Sending prayers of comfort and strength to all of you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for all of you. Chuck and Lynn Lotz

June 17th, 2020

May God be with all the family. Rest easy Kathy a true warrior in the fight. No longer to suffer of this earths trials and tribulations. She is in eternity and at peace. Prayers Bob and family, Sue and family... From Linda Petri Hanold, and Adam Petri.

June 17th, 2020

So sorry to hear this. Kathy was a good friend for alot of years.Then she moved to Macomb.Visited a couple times then life got crazy.Always loved her

June 17th, 2020

Kathy was a kind lady and we were blessed to know her since a child! We are thinking of her family during this great loss and lifting prayers✝️🙏

June 17th, 2020

It was a great honor working with Kathy and knowing her growing up. She left a great legacy and will be deeply missed.
Prayers for her family.

June 17th, 2020

Kathy was the light in any room she entered. Loved by one and all who knew her. I was blessed to know her. Prayers for her family and many friends.Linda Lea Windsor

June 17th, 2020

Kathy was a wonderful friend to our family and my brother Dan Thompson. I know he was waiting for her and they are lighting up heaven.

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories. As long as you have those, she will always be with you. My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. - Shelby Burget

June 17th, 2020

So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing! Prayers for her family!

June 17th, 2020

Hugs to each and everyone of you. Kathy's smile and presence will be missed at the Heitz Sunday gatherings. She is at peace. Love, Flea

June 17th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. Bill and Sharon Ackley

June 17th, 2020

so very sorry for your loss Bob, Kylie and Savannah..I remember the fun we had when you were in Scouts Kylie ❤️...love Debi & family

June 18th, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss.
Terry Pilger

June 18th, 2020

So sorry for your loss
Thoughts and prayers for all families
The Malott Families
The Taylor's Families

June 18th, 2020

This is such heartbreaking news for Kathy's family and friends, but it sounds like Kathy knew her Lord and savior. It is heartwarming to know she will forever be in the presence of Jesus. Praying he will give comfort and peace to all who mourn.
Darlene Sowers Brinkschroeder

June 18th, 2020

So sorry. She was always so kind and friendly.

June 18th, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss.Thoughts and prayers for all the family. Brenda Reneau

June 18th, 2020

Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your family. Our deepest condolences.
Dick & Sandy Bent

June 18th, 2020

Sorry for tour loss. Keeping you all in my prayers. Lori Horwedel McCreight

June 18th, 2020

Mike and I are sorry to hear about Kathy! Our thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace at this sad time!! 🙏🙏🙏 Peg and Mike Davis

June 18th, 2020

Kylie and Family so sorry for your great loss. She was a wonderful lady and I remember her cheering us on at volleyball and softball games! You are in our prayers in the days ahead. Theresa Young (Sullivan) and Family

June 18th, 2020

I’m so sorry. Thinking of everybody and wishing I could be there. Love you all, Ally Hemenway

June 18th, 2020

Saddened by the news of Kathy.she was and
Continued to be a Christian by her actions and lifestyle. Prayers for her family.

June 18th, 2020

Bob and Kylie, So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and the family during this time. Kathy was a great lady. She will be missed. Mark Blaylock

June 18th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss 🙏 Bob and Loretta Mummert

June 18th, 2020

Bob, sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to become acquainted and work with Kathy at WIU. George & Jane Beckman

June 18th, 2020

So sorry for your loss! Sending my love and prayers for you all! Michelle Wherley

June 18th, 2020

So very sorry for your and everyone's loss Bob and Kylie and family ! I said everyone because she always had such a wonderful smile to make your day better ! I will so miss that ! Roger and Jan Phoenix

June 18th, 2020

So sorry!

June 18th, 2020

Sorry for your loss Kathy was a sweatheart

June 18th, 2020

So sorry for your loss sending prayers to all of her family. Bob and Susie Bucher

June 18th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Sending our love and prayers to all her family. Joe and Vicki Walters

June 18th, 2020

She was wonderful to work with. Prayers being sent for her family.

June 18th, 2020

So sorry for the loss of Kathy. She is now at Home with GOD. May your memories bring you comfort and joy. Robert and Susan Cameron

June 18th, 2020

For the Family of Kathy I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for Kathy and her family.

June 19th, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to all her family. Ronda and Brad Kluthe

June 19th, 2020

Our heart breaks for kathy's loved ones!! Kathy was a beautiful soul and will be missed by all!✌❤🙏 Jim and Robyn Dutton

June 19th, 2020

Robert, Kylie, Savannah, Nancy, Becky, Susie, Chris and families, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.

June 19th, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Blessings
Deb and Jim Park

June 19th, 2020

I am saddened to hear of Kathy's passing. I also worked at WIU and she was so friendly and helpful when we spoke. Prayers for her family and friends. - Lori Boyer

June 19th, 2020

So sorry for the family's loss

June 19th, 2020

We are so very sorry for your great loss. I pray you will the love and prayers that are coming your way from all who care and love you. May God bless and keep you always. Love to you all. Deb Anderson Sutton and boys.

June 20th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss

June 20th, 2020

I was so shocked to hear the news of Kathy's passing. Deepest Sympathy to Kathy's family!
Sheila Downin

June 20th, 2020

So sorry for your loss, Sending prayers for all the family. Kim Shaw Hickle

June 20th, 2020

I worked with when she started her career. We could always count on her. My sympathy to the Coats and Heitz families. Janet Gabbert

June 22nd, 2020

Although I knew Kathy by name only, I was deeply saddened to learn of her passing. My heart goes out to her entire family. Praying for God's comfort in all the days to come. I am so sorry for your loss. Wanda Shannon

June 22nd, 2020

Jim & I are praying for your family’s loss! Kathy always had a sweet smile and seemed to enjoy life to the fullest! I’m sure she is leaving a huge void in the lives of her family and friends! Prayers! Jim & Sandy Derry

June 22nd, 2020

Bob very sorry to read about your loss.Was hoping the next time we talked she would be better.Your freind Gary AMOS

June 25th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers. Dave and Debbie Berry - Carol Miller

July 1st, 2020

Sorry for the loss of Kathy. Prayers to all her family. Mar v n Marilyn Biesenthal