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Donna Tatro Obituary
Shelburne Falls, MA - Donna L Tatro, 82, formerly of Shelburne Falls, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 21, 2025.
She was born in Greenfield, MA on August 13, 1943 the daughter of Robert C. and Mary Ann (Gaffigan) Tatro.
For many years Donna was a babysitter for families in the West County area. She developed long-lasting connections to the children she cared for and cherished those memories.
She was also a housekeeper for the former Mohawk Manor Rest Home in Shelburne Falls.
The family she leaves behind include her two sisters, Kathleen (John) Hoffman of Shelburne and Jo-Ann Ryan of Shelburne Falls, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by her brother-in-law Richard Ryan, Sr.
There are no services and burial will take place in the spring in Arms Cemetery.
Donna's family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Cooley-Dickinson V.N.A. & Hospice for their compassionate care and support during her illness.
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Heather
January 11, 2026
I had the absolute joy and pleasure of taking care of Donna the last six months. She was an absolute sweetheart and had the best smile. I will miss her caring heart and smile. <3
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Sarah Fisher (Rae)
January 6, 2026
My brother and I were two of the children she babysat for many years, She was also a great neighbor!
Sending condolence to her family.
John Demko
January 6, 2026
Very sorry to learn this morning of Donna´s passing. She was my mom´s roommate at Charlene Manor around four or five years ago. Donna was such a sweetheart and me and my girlfriend Julie enjoyed seeing her every time we went for a visit. Donna was so nice, wonderful to talk to and we´d share a few laughs together from time to time. I know my mom really enjoyed her company too.
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