Kathleen Heskett

Kathleen Anne Evans Heskett, born on July 21, 1948, in Springfield Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 10, 2026, at the age of 78.

Kathy dedicated her career time by working in various public school systems including Heber Springs, Arkansas, Brandon, Florida, and Tampa, Florida. Her presence left a lasting mark on many students and colleagues. Family was the heart of Kathy’s world. She treasured any time she was with family. She and her husband, Chris, raised two beloved children, Susan and Eric, both of whom she was very proud. She also treasured every moment she got to spend with her four grandchildren. She especially loved the time spent playing games with her grandchildren.

Kathy is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Christian Heskett; daughter, Susan Folk and husband Kirk of Rockland, Maine; son, Dr. Eric Heskett and his wife Katie of Asheboro, North Carolina; grandchildren, Zac (wife, Rowan) Folk and Val Folk all of Rockland Maine; as well as Avery Heskett and Aiden Heskett of Asheboro, North Carolina. She is also survived by her sister, Janet Carole Evans of Toccoa, Georgia.

She is predeceased by her parents, Ruby P. Evans and Evan W. Evans.

Kathy always appreciated her friends for enhancing her life.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Kathy and Dantae, her hospice care team.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 21st at 10:30am with Denny Gray officiating at Oak Grove Methodist Church, 6030 Oak Grove Church Rd. Asheboro, North Carolina.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Kathy’s memory to Scouting America, Old North State Council, 1405 Westover Terrace, Greensboro, NC 27408 or Via Health Partners PO Box 470408 Charlotte NC 28247 or donatehospice.org.