Katherine Louise Christian-Adams, 83, affectionately known as Sissy, of McKeesport, was born October 16, 1940, in McKeesport, PA. She was the beloved daughter of the late James and Gladys (Shern) Christian.

Katherine graduated in 1959 from McKeesport Senior High School. She attended Community College of Allegheny County and received her associate degree in nursing. She retired after 25 plus from John Kane Regional Center in McKeesport.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of McKeesport for 55 years. Where she served on several boards and committees. 

Katherine departed this life on November 5, 2023, at Glen Burnie, MD. She was preceded in death by her father, James P. Christian, mother, Gladys L. Christian, brother, Philip J. Christian, sister, Dora MaeLinda Sampson, and infant son Philip Edward Adams.

Katherine is survived by her beloved family; three daughters, Deanna Lee Adams, Sandra M. (Wilbert) Adams-Jones, Elaine B. (Randy) McAllister; son, Rodrick C. (Tammy) Adams; two bonus sons, Shawn L. Adams; Orlando J. (Ranata) Adams; and one godson Xavier Rodgers; 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; brother, Rashidi (Deborah) Christian; sister, Sandra Christian; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.