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Donna White Obituary

White, Donna Jean WATERFORD Donna Jean White, 52, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, September 19, 2021. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Carol (Quiggle) Cole. Donna attended local schools and was a graduate of Albany High School, class of 1987. Following high school, she took a position with the New York State Department of Education where she enjoyed a career of over 30 years. Donna was passionate about music and loved to sing. In her free time, she could be found walking her dog Luna or visiting local dog parks. Donna is survived by her long-term partner, John Silvia Sr. of Waterford; her mother, Carol (Quiggle) Cole and her husband Robert Cole Sr. of Watervliet; her daughters, Alonna (Dakota) Reyes of Wynantskill, Vienna Silvia and her faithful companion Luna of Waterford; her grandson Benji Reyes, who was the light of her life; her sister, Lori DiPace of Colonie; several nephews, grandnieces and nephews; and her best friend Jacqueline Silvia. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Tebbutt & Frederick Memorial Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Colonie. Memorial donations in Donna's name may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD, 20852. To express condolences and for more information, please visit sbfuneralhome.com.

Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 22, 2021.
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Donna was a long lasting member of the keepers of the circle paranormal. She made solid impacts in our group. She will surely be missed. Come see me soon Song Bird. Love forever Johnny Graves......

Johnny Graves

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December 30, 2022

Oh Donna so sad and shocked !! So many fun memories with you.. dancing and singing . With work parties and picnics and kareoke! Parties at Tina´s for her beautiful dogs!! Just always fun fun fun!! You always wondered if we were related .. same last names!! We were sisters as friends . RIP Donna .. I am sure you are singing in heaven!!

Mary kivlen

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September 23, 2021

To the family of Donna, I am so saddened to hear this. I met Donna at work when she worked at NYS Division of Professional Licensing back in year 2000 or so. As soon as I met her I liked her personality and we were friends. I remember she invited me to spend time with her and family when she lived up near Clifton Park. I had a great time and she always made me feel comfortable and welcome. She is the sweetest person and I will miss her. To her parents, siblings, children and grandchildren you are truly blessed to have such a beautiful person in your life. My prayers are with you.

Fashia Blair

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September 22, 2021

My condolences and sympathy are with your family. Donna life on this earth was a blessing. She loved her family and valued her friendships. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with your family.

Lorraine Hill

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September 22, 2021

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