Gail DONATHAN

Gail DONATHAN

Gail DONATHAN Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Sep. 23, 2009.
DONATHAN, Gail, 49, of Powhatan, died September 20, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Phil Donathan; daughter, Serena Short of West Virginia; son, Dale Bowles Jr. and wife, Alexis, of Cumberland; stepson, Marty Donathan; two brothers, Nathan Dewitt Schneider of California, and Paul Schneider of Dinwiddie; seven grandchildren, Alyssa, Carly, Summer, Sierra, Hillary, Hannah, Heather; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Heartland Hospice for all their care to Gail during her illness. A memorial service will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy. (Rte. 60), Powhatan.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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October 1, 2009

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September 25, 2009

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September 24, 2009

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Carol & Keith Garard

October 1, 2009

I remember Gail's bright smile and enthusiasm for life. I will cherish our times together. I continue to pray for all of the family. I know that Gail is wrapped up in God's loving arms right now. I Love You Cousin!

Meredith Mullin

September 25, 2009

To Gail's family

I'm very sorry for your loss. I worked with Gail at Sears for many years. I remember when she left, but I always looked forward to seeing her walk through the Sears doors to visit her co-workers. She always had a picture of the grandchildren to share with me. I will remember her forever!!

September 24, 2009

Phil,

I am very sorry to hear about your wife's passing. I wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your family during this time. May God Bless you and your family.

Linda (Marshall) Thompson, Powhatan, Va

Betty Helen Lewis

September 24, 2009

To Gail's family - I remember her eyes, so dark brown and her beautiful smile. Her laugh came quickly. I enjoyed working with her so many years ago, now. I thought of her often after hearing she was sick. I'm sad for all of you, because she was really a wonderful woman.

Rex & Liz Butler

September 23, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Rhonda Lloyd

September 23, 2009

Mr. Donathan,
I am truly sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I know you are heart broken. I am praying for you to be comforted with God's great love during this time. God bless you and your family during the days ahead.

September 23, 2009

Dear Phil,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife, Gail. Our sympathy goes to all of your family at this time. May you find strength and comfort in God during this difficult time.
Frank & Susan Nichols, Stuarts Draft, VA

Victoria Schneider

September 23, 2009

We will all miss you. You were a loving mother, sister,aunt, and friend. Thank you for evrything you taught me through these years.

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