Lauri Waterman

Lauri Ann (Martelli) Waterman Was born in Tacoma, WA on April 16, 1956, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2004, in Craig, Alaska. Lauri grew up in Tacoma, graduated from Curtis High School in 1974, married in 1978 and moved to Alaska with her husband, Carl Waterman. Lauri was very active in her community, she enjoyed helping others and was very giving of her time and compassion, always putting others first. She was a very well liked and respected person. She worked at the Elementary School as a Special Education Aid and spent many years volunteering at their church, girl scouts, PTA, and as a sports coach. She was a dedicated and supportive person and an inspiration to many. Lauri was a super participant in her children's educational and social activities, she was their greatest fan. We will miss her quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. Lauri was a much-loved wife, mother, sister, friend & mentor to many. She is survived by her loving husband, Carl of 26 years, her son Geoffrey, daughter Rachelle, parents Don & Meryle Martelli, grandmother Jean Martelli, brother Don (Jann) Martelli, sister Lynette (Allen) Richardson, sister Dina (Tom) Keyt, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends in both Washington and Alaska. Funeral services were held in Craig, Alaska. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the family at First Bank. Called "Lauri Ann Waterman Memorial Fund", First Bank, P.O. Box 12, Craig, AK 99921. Lauri's family would like to thank all those who sent cards & condolences.