Photo courtesy of Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville
Jan 17, 1955 - Aug 27, 2025
Kathy was such a wonderful neighbor will truly be missed always smiling always loving the music we played across from her. She will truly be missed Vince & Apple would love to send our deepest heartfelt condolences to John and his kids and there grandchildren and the rest of the family. May God continue to bless each and everyone of you.
Vince & Apple Gallardo
September 05, 2025 | Crown Point, IN | Neighbor
Your luminous soul and compassionate smile was such a gift to anyone who was lucky enough to know you. Any challenge, any obstacle - you met with grace and strength, and I always looked up to you as one of my most cherished cousins. Time moves so quickly in our short lifetimes, and I wish we had more time to spend together, sweet Kathleen. Your family and friends share a profound loss today, but mountains of memories remain. Thank you for being such a bright light in our lives, and now, in...
Tammy Brown
August 30, 2025 | Alexandria, VA | Family
Our deepest sympathies to her family. Rest in peace, Kathy..
Steve & Linda Matlock
August 30, 2025 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
Kathy was such a sweet friend. Her love for her family was evident in everything she did and said. I knew her daughters well and loved them dearly. Know that you all are in my prayers.
Jan Adler
August 30, 2025 | MERRILLVILLE, IN | Friend
What a beautiful soul, inside and out! Praying for the loved ones who are left behind.
Melissa Gray
August 30, 2025
My across the alley neighbor, childhood friend, & classmate gone too soon. I am sad for your family & especially your grandchildren who will miss you tremendously. I will always remember your sweetness, always smiling, & your laugh. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Marilyn Van Horn
August 30, 2025 | Shady Shores, TX | Friend
Rest in Heavenly Peace My class of 73 EC Roosevelt classmate
Tyrone Harvey
August 29, 2025 | East Chicago, IN
Kathy was the sweetest person. She always asked about my children and had a beautiful smile. Her bright light will be missed.
Beth Eckman
August 29, 2025 | Dyer, IN | Family
Kathleen Emmett (nee Ricciardi)
Age 70 of Crown Point, formerly of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Kathleen was a devoted wife of 50 years to her beloved husband, John Emmett; son, Kevin (Kimberly) Emmett; daughters, Cheryl (Charles) Elliott, and Carla (Michael) Sierra; grandchildren: Carter, Chase, Michael, Charlotte, Cambria and Camila, who were the light of her life. She is also survived by her dear sister, Lea (Leon Nadolski) Hott; nieces and nephews: Barbara (Fred) Woerner, Brooke (Christian) Alexander, Carmello (Cassie) Ricciardi, Ashley (Ross) Nusbaum, Allsion Emmett, and Abigail Emmett; as well as cousins and friends who will deeply miss her warmth and kindness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carmello and Patricia Ricciardi, and her brothers, Thomas Ricciardi and Michael Ricciardi.
Kathleen had several jobs. She worked at First National Bank in East Chicago, Our Lady of Constellation church as a faith formation teacher and many years at Toys r us. However her full time job, the one she loved the most, was talking care of her family. She lived a life defined by unwavering support for her children and grandchildren. She was the family's biggest cheerleader, always present for every recital, game, and milestone, celebrating every success with immense pride. Having lunch with her mom was among her most favorite ways to spend the afternoon. She loved the magic of Walt Disney World and treasured the memories made there with her kids and grandkids. She had a passion for the outdoors and found joy in camping and fishing, relishing the quiet and the peace of a campfire under the stars.
A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville, IN. A Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 PM with Father Gregory A. Bim-Merle officiating. Services conclude at the funeral home.
Kathleen’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who share in their sorrow and celebrate her beautiful life.
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