Kathleen L. Piester, 80 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at her home.  She was born July 22, 1943 in Beloit, WI, the daughter of the late Winifred and Evelyn (Stout) Bailey.  Kathleen graduated from Beloit High School with the Class of 1961.  Kathleen was united in marriage to Charles L. Piester in 1980 and shared 42 years of marriage. Charles preceded her in death on April 13, 2023.

Kathleen is survived by her sister June (Robert) Hamilton, nephew, Shawn (Barbara) Sharp, four stepchildren: Susan Akright, Gwendelynn Peace, James Piester, and Gerald Piester, step-grandchildren: Rachael Akright, Michael and Cody Piester, and step-great-grandchildren: Sabina Akright and Mackenzie Piester. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Robin Bailey.

Graveside service will be held at East Lawn Cemetery Beloit, WI. on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 11:00 am.  Online guestbook is at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com.  Funeral arrangements were completed by the Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Homes and Crematory of Elkhorn, WI.