Kathleen A. Bilderback

Kathleen A. "Katy" Bilderback, age 60 of Hobart passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. She was born on November 24, 1964, in Gary, Indiana to Terry and Marie Huycke. Katy was an active person who enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating and camping with friends and family. She was a skilled cook, known for her boater's brats. Katy was also an animal lover and had a strong connection with her dogs.

She is survived by her mother, Marie Huycke; son, Gene (Crystal) Bilderback; granddaughters, Vivian and Charlotte Bilderback; sisters, Janynne (Mark) Henry, Maureen (Ilija) Dobrijevich; brother, Tim (Julie) Huycke; and many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Terry Huycke; and longtime companion, John "JR" Raasch.

Per Katy's wishes, there will be no attended services. Cremation was entrusted to Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. For more information, please call (219) 942-2109. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.