Kathryn A. Knisely, 79, Columbia City, died at 2:45 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, at Majestic Care West Allen, Fort Wayne.

She was born Dec. 19, 1943.

She is survived by her daughters, Denise R. Knisely, Kimmell, and Sherri L. Knisely, Kendallville; a grandson; brothers, Benjamin (Gina) Knecht and James Knecht, both of Columbia City; and sisters, Virginia Fulton, Columbia City, and Sarah Johnson, South Whitley.

Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, is handling arrangements.