Elinor V. Waterman
September 06, 1921 - December 06, 2016
Obituary
RANDOLPH/MADISON-Elinor V. Waterman, age 95, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016. She was born on Sept 6, 1921, the daughter of Charles and Gayle Johnson, in Wyoming Valley Wyoming, Wis. She married Drexel Waterman on June 7, 1945. Elinor spent her working years in research, first as a Histologist for St. Mary's Hospital, and then 30 years as a Research Technologist for American Breeders Service (ABS). Upon her retirement, Elinor served as President of the Olbrich Garden Club and sat on the Board of Directors for the Olbrich Botanical Society. She and Drexel also spent their time traveling, golfing and tending to their many flower beds. Elinor is survived by daughter Dawn (Robert Kelsey) Waterman-Kelsey; grandson, Aaron (Andrea) Kelsey; two great-grandchildren, Hayden and Hailey Kelsey; and sister, Charleen (Wesley) Lovejoy. She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Drexel; and sister, Lylia Leonard. A private ceremony is being held. The family would like to give a special thank you to Hillside Hospice for their incredible support. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Roberta M. Bohnsack
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Dear Char and Wes, So sorry to hear of Elinor's passing. She had a good life and good husband. :My sincere condolences to you both. Roberta Bohnsack
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Sarah Burhop
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Dawn I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, I know you were very close family, and this is such a significant loss in our life. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.