Kathryn Laverne Leone, age 63, of Shreveport, Louisiana passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018 at her home. She was born on October 17, 1954 in Arkansas to John and Sarah Sims. Kathryn was a loving mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family and friends. She also loved to go fishing in her spare time.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Charles William Kelly; son, Jimmy Wayne Sims.

She is survived by one son, Aaron Leone; daughter Wendy Leone; grandchildren, Melanie Leone, William Leone, Meredith Leone, BJ Leone, Sammie Jo Ham, and Trey Ham; great grandson, Gabriel Leone. Also surviving are numerous siblings, nieces, nephews, and other relatives.