Kathryn (Kay) Ann Whitney, 76, Indianapolis, passed away April 11, 2014. She was an active member of St. Lawrence Church.
Kay is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jerry; brothers – Richard, Thomas; children – Denise, Richard, Michael (Lorraine), and Patricia; and grandchildren – Taylore, Skylar, Bryce, Connor, Trevor and Aili.
She was currently very active in the Beta Sigma Phi International Woman’s Sorority (1974 – present) – serving in all officer positions, chairmanships, as well as State Historian. Also a charter member of Delta Iota Chapter progressing to Xi Zeta Rho, Xi Beta Mu and Laureate Beta Chi Chapters attaining the Master’s degree.
After receiving her B.S. from Mary Manse College (Toledo, OH) in Medical Technology in 1959, she worked as Laboratory Technologist and Supervisor for several laboratories, the last being Martin Center Sickle Cell Program for 18 years.
She also taught at Martin College/University as adjunct faculty for 10 years. She volunteered for the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence and was recently hired in 2012.
Kay was committed to the Boy Scouts of America serving in multiple roles from 1974 – 1994 and revived (with Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf) the Parvuli Dei, Ad Altare Dei and Pius X religious awards. She proudly received the Bronze Pelican and St. George Awards.
On April 15, we will celebrate her life with visitation (9:00am) a funeral mass (11:00am) and internment in Madison, IN. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Laura Berry says
We are going to miss Kay at the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence. She was just an incredible woman and we loved working with her each day. It is going to be hard to go to work each day and not see her smiling face. Our deepest sympathy goes to Jerry and her children and know she will live in our hearts everyday.
Laura
Jayne Bowersox says
Kay was a wonderful sister-in-law and I will miss her very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jerry and your family. Kay will always hold a special place in my heart.
Rest in Peace Kay. Love you.
I've nown says
I’ve known Kay for many years from St Lawrence an from her years as a tech at Dr Robert Parrs office. I have health issues of my own and can’t come to the funeral. My sympathy to Jerry and the famly.
I've nown says
I’ve known Kay for many years from St Lawrence an from her years as a tech at Dr Robert Parrs office. I have health issues of my own and can’t come to the funeral. My sympathy to Jerry and the famly. Gail Koehler
Ruth M (Michaels)Keels says
So sorry to loose yet another class mate, we will miss you at our reunions, rest in peace, prayer go out to Kay & her family.
The Seidl's says
To the entire Whitney family especially to Mike, Lorraine and Trevor we hope your wonderful memories and time shared as a family will bring you some comfort. This is a very difficult time but know that your mom Kay is at peace and with God in Heaven. Prayers to you all.
Alice Briehl Schmude says
I haven’t had contact with Kay in recent years but have fond memories of being Kay’s roommate during my freshman year at Mary Manse College. I want to extend my sympathy to her family.Will remember her in my prayers.
Alice Briehl Schmude
Antoniette Holt says
It is with great sadness that we find out about Kay’s passing. She has been a INShape Indiana Black & Minority Health Fair (IBE) phlebotomist volunteer for over 20 years. Her joyful spirit and real talk will surely be missed. We pray for her husband, children, family, and loved ones for peace and comfort during this difficult time. May Kay’s memory continue to live on.