Kathy Ann Fitzpatrick, 61, of Ewing, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

She was born on August 8, 1958, to Orval and Josephine (Dennison) Howell in Kankakee, IL.

Kathy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed fishing and attending auctions.

She is survived by her spouse Norman Fitzpatrick; a daughter, Amy Howell; a son, Robert Howell; two granddaughters, Brianna and Katlynn; two brothers, Roy Howell and Jimmy Howell; two sisters, Norma Howell and JoAnn Howell.

Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Orval Howell; and mother, Josephine Howell.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Per Kathy's wishes cremation will take place. Services will be private.

Memorials may be made to Pate Funeral Home to assist the family with funeral expenses, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.