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Cathie Billhardt Obituary
Cathie L. Billhardt, 69, passed away on May 19, 2017 surrounded by her loving sons, Scott and Brett Jacobs; daughter-in-law, Vanessa Jacobs; friend since the age of four, Ann Moser; and her husband Roger. She was born August 24, 1947 in Gary, IN. Cathie earned her Bachelor's Degree from Ball State University and her Master's Degree in Education from Indiana University. She was a highly respected High School English teacher for 8 years in Hobart, IN, and for 20 years at Portage High School East. She positively influenced the lives of hundreds of students over her career. She was a wonderful mother and she dearly loved her family. Cathie was the loving Nana of four beautiful grandchildren. She loved to spend time with her scores of devoted friends; she loved to read, travel, exercise, discuss almost any topic, and listen closely to others. She especially loved her time in Marco Island, FL every year. She was on the board of the Northwest Indiana Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago, and she was a member of the Friends of Hospice, Hospice of the Calumet Area. Cathie was preceded in death by her first husband, Randall Jacobs; her father, Jerry Curtner; her mother, Katherine Curtner (nee Benyei); and her sisters, Bonney Worthington and Elizabeth Janci. She is survived by her sons, Scott (Jenny) Jacobs and Brett (Vanessa) Jacobs; by her husband of four years, Roger Billhardt; as well as her grandchildren, Brady, Tyler, Daniel and Brianna Jacobs; Roger's adult children, Jerry, Andrew, Allison, and Roger III loved Cathie as they loved their own departed mother. Visitation is at Kish Funeral Home 10000 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN on Thursday, May 25, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2017 at Westminster Presbyterian Church 8955 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society or the Susan G. Komen Foundation would be appreciated in Cathie's honor. www.kishfuneralhome.net
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for Cathie Billhardt
Marlyss (Hopper) Coats
July 25, 2017
Mrs. Jacobs was my English teacher at Hobart High in 1975. I became an English teacher in part because of this fine lady, and I just retired after 38 years of teaching. She was also the pep club sponsor, and we cherished her kind heart and beauty. Additionally, I remember her bringing her two young sons to Robinson Lake in the summer. I was lifeguarding there, and she would often picnic with her boys. Rest In Peace, and thank you sweet lady.
Nathan
May 24, 2017
Condolences to the family. During difficult times as this, it may help lessen the pain by keeping close in mind and heart all the fond and fun memories of her, and reflect on them often. Look to the God of comfort and he will sustain you.
Jeffrey Hickman
May 23, 2017
Cathie was our neighbor in Valparaiso in 2012. She was so friendly and a perfect neighbor. She was always in good spirits and easy to talk to. She was a kind person. She will be deeply missed.
thomas milteer
May 23, 2017
I am sad to hear about Cathie passing away. We met at the First Presbyterian Church fellowship during high school years. Cathie was a devoted Christian and a very nice girl. She and I taught at Portage High School and Cathie was a very dedicated teacher. Cathie touched many lives. Condolences to her family.
May 23, 2017
Cathie was my neighbor in Valparaiso, IN
We shared teaching experiences, and summer days together on occasions.
I'll never forget the day she described the small Ohio town that her daughter-in-law to be was from...
By shear coincidence, I knew the family because I graduated from Bryan High School.
We laughed, we cried, we celebrated.
May Cathie have eternal peace.
Prayerfully,
Paula Ray
Karen Mitseff
May 23, 2017
So sorry to hear about Cathie. We knew each other for ever. Her mother and my grandmother were best of friends and we grew up together in the Gary First Presbyterian Church. She was a very special and beautiful person both inside and out.
Cheryl Clapp
May 23, 2017
Cathie was such a wonderful woman. We began our teaching career at Portage together, and she was an excellent role model for me. I have been blessed by knowing Cathie. My condolences to the family.
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