Katherine Marie "Kathy" Delaney

Katherine Marie (Knowlton) Delaney, 82, of Lafayette, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, at her residence with her loved ones by her side.
She was born April 5, 1942, in Walkerton to the late Harold and Pauline (Kelver) Knowlton. She was a graduate of Walkerton High School and attended Purdue University. On October 22, 1961, she married Carl Delaney in Walkerton. Carl preceded her in death on January 8, 2021.
Kathy was a proud homemaker, a past president of the Tippecanoe County Extension Homemakers, and member of the IEHA's Laughing L's. She became a Mary Kay consultant in the 1980's and was a great friend to the many women who became her customers and sister consultants over the years. She also served as program chairman and in other positions for the Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program in Tippecanoe County. She and her family volunteered at the Fort Ouiatenon Blacksmith booth for decades, and she was a co-author of a book about French colonial dress.
Within her family circle, Kathy was instrumental in planning reunions for the Knowlton and Kelver families. She was also an active crafter, particularly enjoying sewing, quilting, and knitting. She often encouraged others to "cultivate an attitude of gratitude."
She is survived by her 3 children, Dawn (Thomas) Beutner of Annandale, VA, Scott Delaney of Lafayette, and Eric (Amy) Delaney of Portland, OR; 2 siblings, Sharon (Ray) Halsey of Tyner and Gene (Diane) Knowlton of North Liberty; and 5 grandchildren, Katherine Beutner, John Beutner, Corwin Delaney, Jacob Delaney, and Sarah Delaney.
Along with her husband, Carl and her parents, Harold and Pauline, she was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Jerry and David Knowlton.
Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Soller-Baker, Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd., Lafayette, IN 47909.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, April 4, 2025, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Walkerton with Tim Davis officiating.