Kathryn Jo Heaton Benjamin
Kathryn Jo Heaton Benjamin, 68 of Tipton passed away on the morning of Monday, August 8, 2022, one day before her 69th birthday. Kathy was born in Indianapolis on August 9, 1953 to L. Joe & Joan S. (Spencer) Heaton.
Kathy was the owner of Title Guaranty and Abstract Company of Tipton where she worked alongside her mother and her son.
A graduate of Tipton High School in the Class of 1971, Kathy furthered her education first at DePauw University and then Indiana University where she graduated with a Master’s Degree in Journalism. She enjoyed gardening and her flowers were enjoyed by many in the community. Kathy also enjoyed cooking, crocheting, playing the piano, listening to music as well as outdoor activities like camping, boating and water skiing.
Kathy is survived by her two children, Leigha Klutz of Goshen and Michael A. Benjamin and wife Robin Cassaretto of Noblesville; one brother, James Joseph Heaton and wife Charlotte Loomis-Heaton, LaJolla, California and three grandchildren, Azaan “Ozzy” Khan, Kailey Manis and Michael Avery Benjamin. She was preceded in death by Michael A. Benjamin, the father of her children.
A memorial service for Kathy will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 20 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with visitation from 12:00 Noon until the time of the service. A Celebration of Life is being planned for Sunday, August 21 from 12:00 – 2:30 p.m. at the 4-H Auditorium.
Memorial contributions in Kathy’s memory may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Tipton County, 341 W. Jefferson Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072. https://bgctipton.org/support-the-club/
A lot of good memories together in our younger years. Always had a lot of laughs reminiscing when we saw each other. Prayers for the family.
My fellow classmate of 1971. I was always proud that we shared the same birthday, August 9, 1953. You were a good friend and I wish your family peace in this difficult time. I will keep your family in my thoughts. RIP Kathy!!!!
So sorry to hear of your loss Jimmy. Hugs and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Our condolences to Kathy’s family. My wife and I enjoyed camping with Kathy and Brian many times during the past 10 years. She was a beloved member of the vintage trailer community and she will be missed.. She had a great sense of humor and a great laugh to go with it. She was sophisticated yet could be silly. We truly enjoyed our friendship with Kathy and were saddened to hear of her passing.
I am really sorry for your loss. I have alot of memories of Kathy. Mike,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . R.I.P in PEACE Kathy.
So sorry for your loss. Brian, Mike, and Robin know she will be miss by all. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathy and I enjoyed a special friendship the last few years. She was so nice and such a fun loving person. I love her wit and sense of humor.
I am so blessed to have had the privilege of calling Kathy my special friend. Until we see each other again.