She was born on November 4, 1954 in Springfield, the daughter of the late Chester Arthur and Ruth Frances (Lujan) Petitt.
Katherine had worked for Complete Care in Springfield assisting with in-home care for the elderly.
She is survived by 3 children, Patrick Williams, Iraina (husband Lonnie) Clark, and William J. Williams IV, all of Springfield; 5 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren;, 2 sisters, Phyllis Willett of Springfield and Erica Brent of Parker, CO; and 1 brother Harry Petitt of Decatur, IL.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 brothers, James Petitt and John Fred Petitt.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield. No services are scheduled at this time.