Donna Marie Barr
October 27, 2012
Peacefully, at her residence on Saturday, October 27th, 2012, Donna Marie Barr, of London, at the age of 65. Loving mother of Robert Brooks, Steven Brooks and Leah Barr. Cherished grandmother of Lacey and Lyndsay. Survived by her mother, Betty Hotte (the late Charlie Hotte). Dear sister of Sandra Grainge (the late Danny), Paulette Miller (Ron), Brenda Hotte (Frits Huckriede) and Lori Dzingala (Ed). Sadly missed by nieces and nephews. A very special, heartfelt “thank you” to Heather Scott and Jen Gordon, and all who helped Donna and her family on this journey. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Monday from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, where the memorial service will be conducted on Tuesday, October 30th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Donna are asked to consider Agape in Action.
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Dear Leah, I am a friend of you mom from Second Life. She spoke of you frequently and warmly. Mom helped me through a difficult time, and was always caring and attentive. Mom was a good friend. I only met mom in person once, when she visited California recently. You are blessed to have such a wonderful mom and role model. I wish you all the best.
Dear Brenda, Betty and Sandra, Lindsay and I are so saddened by Donna's passing and can't imagine the loss that you and your family are feeing. Brenda, you are a great friend, and I think of you and Fritz often, despite the fact that you are now living in B. C. Your love for Donna was clearly evident, each and every time you spoke of her. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Love and sympathy, Carmen and Lindsay
Dear Bobby, Steven and Leah, Please accept our sympathy and condolences on your loss - your mom was a very special person. We just wanted you to know that we will keep you in our prayers in the days ahead. With best wishes to you and your families, David and Mary Styles (Shelburne, Ont.)
Kylee and I are so sorry to hear about your mom. We have some fun and fond memories of skating competitions. She was so proud and always wanted the best for you. I still buy Majesta paper products!!!LOL We send our sincere condolences to the rest of your family as well. Take care in this sad time. Love and sympathy, Mae
A beautiful person both inside and out who will be truly missed. Bobby, Steven and Leah I hope you can find the strength from knowing how much your mom loved you and that she knew how much all of you loved her throughout her life and especially in the last few days when she needed you the most and you were all there for her. My heart goes out to you and the rest of the family. Much love xo
Our hearts are saddened this morning when we heard of your loss. Even though Donna and I had not spoken often since she had moved to London she has always been in my heart as someone who was a wonderful friend during our younger years when they lived in Lynden. I am grateful that I knew this courageous woman and she was part of our lives. Deepest condolences to Bobby, Steven and Leah and know that your mother will always be in your hearts and watching over you from heaven. Sincerely Doreen & Wayne
Please accept my condolences to the family. I have heard wonderful things about Donna through Lori. I am happy she had the family all around to make this transition of peace. May you travel with G-d Speed and that those you have left behind heal and know that Donna is will always be in your hearts and watching over you all. hugs Andi
Donna was a wonderful person. We were proud to call her friend. She was determined and was always ready to take on a challenge. She never gave up and would challenge anyone to do better. She was an inspiration to others and proved that when faced with difficulties, she fought even harder. Leah we know that you were her pride and joy, her little girl! We send you our deepest sympathy and know that she will be looking down at you always and smiling! To the rest of Donna's family our deepest condolences family was very important to her and she spoke of you all and was very proud. We will miss Donna especially her warm smile!
Bob, our thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time. Take care and lean on each other.
My thoughts are with you Heather and Bob and the whole family. Lean on each other in this hard time. Love Jen & Jeff xoxo
My condolences to you Bob and Heather. It is a sad time and I wish you lots of strength throughout this time. She is finally at peace. Take Care.
Dear Leah, Brenda and family, Words are not adequate to express the sadness that I feel at your loss. Donna was a dear person who loved you fiercely. Leah, you and your Mom have met our family and have been so kind to our parents. On behalf of the Smith clan, we extend to you and your family our very deepest sympathies. Warmly, Catherine Smith and family
Please accept my condolances on the loss of Donna. She was a very nice lady who had been our neighbour for many years. I will always remember her energy and her running after Lily when she got out of the house. She had kind words after the passing of my Mom last year. I wish you all strength in the difficult times ahead.
My heart goes out to you Leah, I'm glad I met your mom and you at the arena. We had fun watching you and Katie. Sending Love to you and your family, Mary Anne
Always a loving smile and a warm heart to best describe how I knew Donna Marie. As a co-worker, I express condolescences to her family and close friends. I was honored that Donna Marie shared the many trials and tribulations she endured and that I can keep in memory her arduous ordeal. Love, hope and courage she impressed upon me and her outlook is a model to follow. May God Bless Donna Marie.
I only met Donna online a couple years ago, but came to look forward to our chat time and playing backgammon. She was a fierce competitor who hated losing - especially when she had played well. That is what irked her most about the lymphoma - she had played well, and fought hard, yet her body was still losing to the tumour. I, who but only recently knew her, have a hole in my heart at her loss and already miss her terribly. My condolences to you to whom she was such a larger part of your lives. I knew something was amiss, when she did not come back online after the fifth of October when she said she would be back. I am very greatful to her aunt, who let me speak to her this week, and to Donna who took my call. Godspeed. My friend. dr. jim.
Our hearts go out to the Family of Donna. We send strength, love, and our deepest sympathies to Bob, Steven, and Leah in the hard times which lay ahead. Please know that we're keeping you in our prayers, and you're forver in our thoughts. We sincerly hope that Donna is finally resting in the sweetest peace.
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Our hearts are saddened this morning when we heard of your loss. Even though Donna and I had not spoken often since she had moved to London she has always been in my heart as someone who was a wonderful friend during our younger years when they lived in Lynden. I am grateful that I knew this courageous woman and she was part of our lives. Deepest condolences to Bobby, Steven and Leah and know that your mother will always be in your hearts and watching over you from heaven. Sincerely Doreen & Wayne
~ Doreen & Wayne Henriksen