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Donna Determann Obituary
Age 69, of Glendale, AZ, died 5/15/2011, at Thunderbird Hospital. She was born April 29, 1942, in Carlinville, IL, the daughter of Dorothy Poole Rinderer and Irving Joseph Elam. She moved from Trenton, IL, to Arizona in 1960. Mrs. Determann was co-owner with her husband, Adolph C. Determann of Adolph's Automatic Transmission Specialists, Inc. of Glendale, AZ since 1967. She was a member of Bethany Bible Church. She was a homemaker and loved her family dearly. Donna was a lovely, strong-willed woman who could light up a room with her smile and laugh. She had a heart for God and lived each and every day like it. She touched the hearts of many with her kind words, her love, and her willingness to give help to anyone in need. She was loved by all who knew her and the memory of her will live on with her families legacy. She was married for 51 years to her lovely husband Adolph, who was not only her husband, but her best friend. Donna is survived by her husband, her daughter Kathy Wommer, her son John A. Determann, her granddaughter Kira Wommer, her grandson John F. Wommer III, and brothers, Orville and John Rinderer. IN HONOR OF HER, SHE REQUESTED THAT THE ATTENDEES WEAR THE COLOR BLUE IN SOME SORT OF WAY. Visitation is at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, at 9 AM on Saturday the 21st of May. Funeral Services will follow at 10 AM at West Resthaven Funeral Home, with Reverend John F. Wommer Sr. officiating. Burial Services will at Resthaven Park Cemetery, Glendale will follow. Contributions in lieu of flowers to Back to the Bible Ministries. Condolences may be offered at westresthavenfuneralhome.com
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Cyndi Taylor
May 21, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Donna's family and loved ones. She was such a delightful person. I feel fortunate to have known her. She will be missed by all who knew her. God bless.
May 20, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Determan Family. We cannot be there in person but want you all to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Donna will truly be missed. Russell and Marsha Rinderer
Pat and Mary Beth
May 20, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Determann
Family. She was a lovely and caring person. She made us feel like one of her
family. She will surely be missed. Our
deepest sympathy.
Pat and Mary Beth
May 20, 2011
We would like to send our condolences to the Determann Family. She was such a lovely and caring person. She made us feel like we were part of her family. We will surely miss her.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Pat and Mary Beth
Seychelles
Lori Howell
May 19, 2011
To all of Aunt Donna's family, I wish I could be with all of you during this time of sorrow. Knowing that someday we will all see her again is a consolation to me in some way. I can only try to remember the good times I have shared with each of you,the conversations we have had and remember that God had to have a special plan for Aunt Donna. I will continue to remember you all in my thoughts and prayers. You are all very close to my heart even though not close in miles.
Vicki Agnitsch
May 19, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Determann family; you all will be in my prayers.
I feel the need to recognize that as a woman she truly balanced strength, wisdom and kindness in a way many women struggle with. She didn't compromise but showed grace, took charge and yet submitted; and you knew all that in one conversation with her. I am blessed to know this family, and I know she will be missed greatly.
Cheryl Kembel (Gabel)
May 19, 2011
My prayers go out to all of the Dettermann family. Donna was an angel here on earth and now she is home with God. I will miss her dearly. She has touched so many people while she was here.
Gloria Knudsen
May 18, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't know Donna well, I still remember the night I stayed with the family over 20+ yrs ago, when Kathy & I drove home from college. Donna made a very big impression on me, even though it was one time. May God give you peace & comfort during this time.
Irene Howell
May 18, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this time. Sincerely, Irene Howell
Debra Wise (Gabel)
May 18, 2011
I would like to send my condolences to The Determann Family and may our father in heaven be with you during this time of sorrow, Donna was a true christian and was filled with the holy spirit, there is no doubt in my mind as to where she is at this time, and she will now be working along side god as she was and is a true angel from heaven, always giving and helping, she will truely be missed to all who had the great opportunity to know her.....Rest in Pease Donna...
Debbie Weller
May 18, 2011
I will never forget the kindness of Donna as she and her husband extended their welcome to my family and I as we were new to the state of AZ from CA. We didn't have any family in AZ but wonderful friends like Kathy and her family to invite us over to her parents home for Thanksgiving. What a wonderful, giving woman, to offer strangers into her home. But this was just like Donna. A very caring soul. Her love for her animals goes beyond speaking. Buddy, was just like a son to her. He went everywhere with her. I know he will feel the loss of his mommy like everyone else will feel the loss of this unique and loving individual. Enjoy your new healthy body. Rest in Peace, Donna.
Pam Young
May 18, 2011
Determann Family: I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sylke & Dave Conway
May 18, 2011
A lovely lady, friend and neighbor. We will miss your kind and giving ways and your smiling face. We pray for your family and friends that they may find peace and comfort during their time of need. Rest in peace, dear lady, until we meet again.
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