Kathy (Burns) Lovan, of West Frankfort, IL, formerly of West City, passed away on Nov. 11, 2015 in Herrin Hospital.
Kathy was born on Dec. 19, 1951, the daughter of Harry and Opal Burns. Kathy spent most of her childhood with her grandparents Will and Elsie Vernon. Both her parents and grandparents preceded her in death.
Kathy married Danny Lovan on Dec. 19, 1995. Together they enjoyed spending time with their family and doting on grandchildren, camping, fishing and gardening. Kathy leaves behind two beloved dogs: Boo and Brandi.
Kathy graduated from Benton High School in 1969. She worked as a hair stylist before beginning her career as a server in several Franklin County restaurants, including Rend Lake Windows Restaurant and Franklin County Country Club. Kathy ended her career as a server at the Ariston Cafe, in Litchfield, IL.
Kathy is survived by her husband Danny; one son James Osborne; grandchildren Samantha, Skyla, Trevor; stepdaughters Anita Frey (Raymond), Melody Osborne, Kimberly Henle (David); one stepson Wesley Shane Lovan (Kaci); eight additional grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Kathy is also survived by her loving uncle John Ponsetti and aunt Violet Vernon. Kathy’s extended surviving family includes cousins, nieces, nephews and brothers-in law and sisters-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2015 at Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with Brother Mike Cash officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Masonic & Oddfellows Cemetery, in Benton.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois.
For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com
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