Patricia E. Gathman's obituary , Passed away on August 23, 2025 in Elgin, Illinois

Patricia E. Gathman

March 25, 1954 - August 23, 2025 (71 years old)

Elgin, Illinois

Patricia E. Gathman's obituary , Passed away on August 23, 2025 in Elgin, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Laird Family Funeral Services

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Patricia E. Gathman

March 25, 1954 - August 23, 2025 (71 years old)

Elgin, Illinois

Patricia E. Gathman Obituary

We bid farewell to Patricia E. Gathman of Elgin, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 23, 2025 at the age of 71. Patricia touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Patricia is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Patricia's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Everett Lasater and Gretchen Lasater; her husband David Gathman; her children, Mary Beth Erickson (Chris) of Elgin and Matthew Gathman of Chicago; and her grandsons, Andrew and Alex Erickson.

Donations may be made to Journey of Hope Church or the Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Laird Family Funeral Services



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Fri

Aug 29

Visitation

Laird Funeral Home
310 S State St, Elgin, IL 60123

Sat

Aug 30

Visitation

Cornerstone Church
41W119 Russell Rd, Elgin, IL 60123

Sat

Aug 30

Funeral service

Cornerstone Church
41W119 Russell Rd, Elgin, IL 60123

Sat

Aug 30

Burial

Bluff City Cemetery
945 Bluff City Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120

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