Kathleen Ivy Taff

Kathleen Ivy Taff obituary, Medaryville, IN

Kathleen Ivy Taff

Kathleen Taff Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary - Winamac on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Kathleen Ivy "Kathy" Taff, 63, of Winamac, IN passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN. She was born on November 1, 1961 in Logansport, IN to the late Thomas W. and Arvilla A. [Rater] Crissinger. Kathy attended Winamac High School and was active in 4H in her youth. She married Clayton Joseph and they had two children, Christopher and Elizabeth. On February 24, 2002, Kathy married her longtime companion, William M. "Fuzz" Taff. He passed away on July 15, 2002.
Kathy worked at Big A Auto Parts (later known as Standard Auto) for many years. She was really good at her job and the customers appreciated her. Kathy enjoying fishing, hunting, and horseback riding in her free time. More than anything, she loved spending time with her family. Kathy will be deeply missed.
She is survived by:
Christopher L. (Bethany) Joseph, Kewanna, IN Son
Elizabeth A. Joseph, Rochester, IN Daughter
Matthew Joseph, Grandson
Gabby Joseph, Granddaughter
Wyatt Joseph, Grandson
Emmitt Joseph, Grandson
Jordyn Hounchell, Granddaughter
Madalyn Colvin, Granddaughter
Haley Quimby, Granddaughter
Odin Quimby, Grandson
Hanna Timmons, Granddaughter
Greyson Quimby, Great Grandson
Amanda Luper, Step Daughter
William H. Taff, Step Son
J.C. Taff, Step Son
6 Step Grandchildren: Nathan, Kyle, Trinity, Jessica, Ashley, and Haley
David T. (Elaine) Crissinger, Winamac, IN Brother
Michael L. Crissinger, Star City, IN Brother
Jonathan M. Crissinger, Sr., Winamac, IN Brother
Jesse F. Peter, Star City, IN Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Thomas W. and Arvilla A. [Rater] Crissinger, Parents
William M. "Fuzz" Taff, Second Husband
Breanna M. Joseph, Infant Granddaughter
Visitation will be from 4-6 PM EDT Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
Funeral Services will be held at 6 PM EDT Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN with Rev. Edward Clark officiating.
Following Services, Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac, IN.
Private Family Burial will take place at IOOF Riverview Cemetery in Monticello, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
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305 E. Main Street P.O. Box 248, Winamac, IN 46996

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