Patricia "Pat" A. Gill, age 81, a resident of Ashwaubenon, entered eternal life with family by her side on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at her home.

Pat was born on February 20, 1944 in Manitowoc to the late Albert and Monica (Heffernan) Pierson.  She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1963.  On June 28, 1969, Pat married Terry Gill at Holy Innocents Catholic Church.  She was a dedicated and loving wife and mother.  Grandma Patty loved going to any and all events for her grandchildren.  Whether it was travelling with family and friends, going on cruises with her cousins, or even going across town for ice cream, she was always up for an adventure.  Above all, she enjoyed spending her time with her family and friends.

Survivors include Pat's husband of nearly 56 years, Terry; two children, Chris (Kurk) Bessler and Dan (Laura) Gill; three grandchildren (affectionately known as Grandma Patty's "Sweeties"), Alyssa Gill, Brianna Bessler, and Grant Gill; sister, Mary (Ken) Petersen; sister-in-law, Sandie Pierson, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who held a special place in her heart.  Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Monica Pierson; an infant sister, Ann; brother, Charles Pierson; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Alvin and Stella Gill.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.  Rev. Jason Blahnik will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.  A reception for family and friends will then be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 N. Water St., Manitowoc, located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.  The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m.  Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Pat's name.

Pat's family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staff of Unity Hospice, especially Rabihah, Scott and Amy, for all the help and compassion they provided to both Pat and all her family.

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

TO VIEW A RECORDING OF PAT'S FUNERAL SERVICE, CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK: https://youtu.be/Qyogag2vflg