Elsie M. Kats Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Elsie M. Kats, 84, of Rochester, Indiana passed at 3:20 pm, Sunday, April 28, 2019 at her residence. She was born on May 28, 1934 in Hindman, Kentucky to Sam and Rose (Smith) Howard. She married in 1951 to Richard F. Harding and they later divorced. He preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 2012. She retired from Lau Industries of Rochester after 34 years. Elsie moved to Indiana from Kentucky in the 40’s. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, and the Eagle Lodge all of Rochester. Survivors and place of residence: Daughters – Lesa and husband Steve Petrosky – Akron, Ind. Cindy and husband David Harlow – Rochester, Ind. Sons – Richard L. and wife Joyce Harding – Mentone, Ind. Charles W. Harding – Rochester, Ind. 13 Grandchildren 24 Great Grandchildren Sister – Kate Ranstead – San Diego, California Brothers – Bob and wife Monica Howard – Perrysburg, Ind. Preceded in Death By: Parents Brother - Sam Howard Graveside Services will take place at 11:00 am, Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone, Indiana with Pastor Todd Wilson officiating. Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to Kindred Hospice 1476 W. 18th Street Rochester, Indiana 46975

Elsie M. Kats

May 28, 1934 - April 28, 2019