Kathy grew up in Greenup, Illinois but has resided in Sigel for over 30 years and has worked for extension since 2013. Kathy graduated from Cumberland High School and has an Associate Degree in Applied Science from Lake Land College. Kathy was a ten year 4-H member and a former 4-H leader.

Her job as an Office Support Associate allows her to work with the public and the entire staff in Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, and Shelby counties on a regular basis in a variety of tasks. She brings over 30 years’ experience in office support serving in both private and public sectors with an emphasis on customer service and virtues.  The James Deters family received the 4-H Family Spirit Award in 2011. Kathy was the recipient of the 2019 Office Support Excellence Award. 

She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, crafting, games, puzzles and working with her husband on the family farm.