Kay was a dedicated and hardworking individual, spending over 15 years as a waitress at Don Hall's Triangle Park location. Beyond her professional life, she was a wonderful homemaker, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Her personal interests included being an avid gardener; she loved growing flowers and spending time outdoors. Additionally, Kay enjoyed painting, crafts, and all types of puzzles. Kay was actively involved in her community as a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne.
Kay is survived by her children, Lisa (Scott Miller) Everson and Matthew (Donna) Altekruse; grandchildren, Alyse (Nathan) Engquist, Sankey (Lindsay) Everson, Spencer (Lynn) Miller, Mercedes (Jace) Gatchel, Zoe Altekruse, Mary (Dustin) Owen, Rikki Gambill, Samantha Ballard, Christopher (Jessica) Altekruse; and 14 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her son, David Altekruse; her parents; and her siblings, Larry M. Jackson, Keith A. Jackson, and Elizabeth A. Scarlett.
Kay will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.
A memorial service for Kay will be held at D.O. McCombs & Sons Funeral Home - Lakeside Park, on a later date this summer, with more details to follow from the family.
Memorial contributions in Kay's memory may be directed to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, or the Associated Churches Food Bank, Fort Wayne.
