Beverly Katich

Beverly J. Katich, of Bunker Hill, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at the age of 81.

She was born August 18, 1943 to the late Calvin and Betty (Foster) Mattice. Raised in Gillespie, she met the love of her life, Gerald Katich. They married on July 3, 1965 at Gillespie United Methodist Church and started their beautiful life together. She worked along side her husband raising crops, livestock, and her family.

A life time member of the United Methodist Church, her faith was very important to her. Raised in the church herself, she raised her children and grandchildren in the church where she served in many different capacities including board member, choir member, children’s choir director, Sunday school teacher, and lay minister.

Early in her adult life, she worked as a legal secretary in Springfield, IL before returning to the area. She also worked at the clothing store in Gillespie. Later in life, she took her talent for decorating and sold Home Interiors to many in the area.

She always put her family first, attending events for her kids, grandkids, and even great-grandkids while she was able. She and Jerry were fortunate to travel extensively after their retirement - with many being through the Macoupin County Farm Bureau and a few with her children.

Surviving are her husband, Jerry, children, David (Denise) Katich, of Godfrey, Amber (Dave) Obernier, of Osage Beach, MO, Dusty (Val) Katich, of Troy, IL, Cheri (Rick) Petroline of Dorchester, and Lacey (Jake) Hanner, of Carlinville; 12 grandchildren, Shannon Katich, Michael Katich, Abi Katich, Jake Katich, Cameron Obernier, Tyler Obernier, Max Katich, Ryan (Katelyn) Petroline, Calli (Patrick) Battuello, McKayla (Riley) Canania, Emmy (Austin) Yates, and Bella Hanner; and eight great-grandchildren, Amelia, Kendall, Sydney, Finley, Lincoln, Beckam, Rylan, and Evelynn, and a brother, Phil (Phyllis) Mattice, of Florida.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Fri., Sept. 13, 2024 at the Gillespie Methodist Church with services immediately following. Rev. Faye Edmiaston, minister at the United Methodist Church of Bunker Hill, will officiate. Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery in Gillespie.

Memorials may be to St. Jude or to the family for a memorial bench to be placed at Hallmark Healthcare where she received wonderful care.

Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL is in charge of the arrangements.

Obit Provided By:
Kravanya Funeral Home