In 1963, she moved to Enid, graduating from Enid High School in 1969.
Kathy married James Gordon in 1973. As an RN, she enjoyed helping everyone, working nearly 40 years at OU Medical Center. Kathy was preceded in death by husband James, both parents and brother Ronald. Survivors include brothers Jim Ackerman (Libbi), Jay Ackerman (Toni), sister-in-law Joyce Ackerman. Nieces: Leanne, Tami, Jill and Jamie. Nephews: Jeff, Jason, Steven, Jeremy and Chris, plus many grand nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be 1:00 pm, Saturday, January 8, 2011, at St Paul Catholic Church with interment following at Sunny Lane Cemetery.