Patricia Waterman

Patricia "Patsy" Waterman, age 91, of Iron Mountain, MI, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, at Mary Hill Manor in Niagara, WI. Born October 2, 1933, to the late Alan Waterman and Hilda (Bisser) Waterman, she was raised in Beecher WI, and after graduating from Pembine High School, Patsy moved to Iron Mountain, MI, where she built a life rooted in hard work, faith, and friendship. She worked for over 20 years at the Iron Mountain Daily News and another 20 years at Hancock Wood Products. She was a member of the Kingsford congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Patsy enjoyed fishing, putting puzzles together and spending time with friends and family. Known for her sense of humor and stories, she brought a smile and laughter wherever she went. She is survived by her brother, Alan J. Waterman; her sister, Bonnie (Dan) Knabenshue; nieces and nephews, Teresa (Joe) Jasper, Alan Johnson, Patter (Jim) Kelly, Cole (Kristina) Knabenshue, Renee Waterman, and David (Jody) Waterman; and many great-nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Floyd & Minnie Jean Waterman and Herman & Theresia Bisser; a stepmother, Gladys Waterman; sisters-in-law, Carol Waterman, Betty Waterman, and Joyce Waterman; a nephew, Daniel Waterman; and a niece-in-law, Diana Johnson. Patsy will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by family and friends. The family will celebrate Patsy's life at a private service. Condolences to the family of Patricia "Patsy" Waterman may be expressed online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.