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Donna Chambers Obituary

Chambers, Donna F. Manchester Formerly of Chelsea Age 71, died Monday, August 10, 2015 at her home with her family. She was born May 26, 1944 in Hudson, Michigan, the daughter of Donald & Florence (Huff) Murphy. Donna graduated from Hudson High School in 1962, and earned her Associates degree from Siena Heights in 1985. After graduation, she started working for the University of Michigan in 1986, until her retirement in 2009. Donna was an active member of Sharon United Methodist Church. She and Dan were very involved in the Ann Arbor Ski Club. Donna's hobby was jewelry making, and she derived great joy spending time with her grandchildren and attending their various events. On May 1st, 1993, she married Daniel Chambers in Ann Arbor and he survives. Other survivors include a son, Donald (Helen) Cheney of Vandercook Lake; two daughters, Debbie Gillen of Dearborn Heights, Coelina (Glen) Byers of Adrian; 7 grandchildren, Josh Clark, Devin Cheney, Danielle Cheney, Erika Cheney, Andrew Cheney, Brandon Byers, Brittnee Byers; and two great-grandchildren, Mason and Kenton Clark. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant son, Clifford Cheney; three siblings, Eulah Passmore, Marion Michaels, Bob Hunt; and a step-brother, Paige Hunt. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 14, at noon at Sharon United Methodist Church, 19880 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester with Pastor Peter Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Rowe's Corner Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 pm and Friday 10am until noon. Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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Published by Ann Arbor News from Aug. 11 to Aug. 13, 2015.

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Stan Bolsenga

August 6, 2020

She still lives on in my heart.

Shirley Stutzman

January 20, 2016

I found out this morning of my dear friends passing.I am so sorry.Knowing Donna from many years ago,a true follower of Jesus,now walking with Him.A precious lady.God bless her family.

August 29, 2015

Dan, I just read and heard today and it took my breath away! She had a natural love about her and I know her spirit will always be with you. She was a fun tennis partner of mine earlier and a joy to so many. Love and prayers.. Mary Waltz

August 25, 2015

Dan,Am keeping you and yours in thoughts and prayers throughout this time. Donna was such a sweet person and I enjoyed the time we spent chatting. She will be always with you in your heart. Heartfelt love...
Cheryl

Dick Egli

August 17, 2015

Coelina,

While I never met your Mother, I could tell from the way you spoke of her that you adored her. She must have been a wonderful person.I'm sorry for your loss.

August 16, 2015

Dear Coelina and Family,
Ed and I have been away for the last two weeks and I just learned of your mom's death. I know how dearly you loved her and that her loss will be felt by many. May the Lord who loves her and you, bring you comfort in His presence, and in the knowledge that we do not grieve as those who have no hope. Love to you! Jan & Ed Taylor

Bernadette Kearns

August 14, 2015

Dan, Love and prayers to you and your family. The world has lost a precious person...Donna always had a smile and was so happy in her life with you. My condolences.

Julie Savage

August 14, 2015

Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom Deb. I am thinking of you.

DALE KERR

August 13, 2015

Sorry to hear about Donna a classmate.

August 13, 2015

I will miss her great smile and creative energy! I have lost a good friend. My prayers to Dan and the rest of her family. Bonnie Wolf

Debby Caplan

August 13, 2015

Very sorry for your loss what a kind, gentle person. Seemed to lift people up even when she was sick

Jane Riddle

August 13, 2015

Keeping the entire family in prayers during this sad time. I know both Joe and Nita from Gospel Choir, and there were many prayer requests over the years as Donna fought her battle with cancer. My heart goes out to all of you. Take great comfort in knowing she is healed and in Heaven--to God Be The Glory!

Emilie Tierney

August 13, 2015

Dan
So sad for you and family. Donna's smile and beautiful energy is a part of all of us that knew her.
Peace and love to you.

Tom and Anita Hill

August 13, 2015

Dear Dan. We remember Donna with affection and love. She was a beautiful person - always full of life and good cheer for those around her. Our hearts go out to you and your family.

Mary Lou Rickner

August 13, 2015

Dan, Don, Debbie, Coelina & family I am so sad to lose my little /big friend and sorry I can't make it to the services. I so wanted to see and hug you all. Thinking of and praying for you in this sorrowful time..Love!

Stan Bolsenga

August 13, 2015

Dan, everyone knew you two were made for each other. I will never forget how she glowed when she met you. I will miss her as one of my very few longest and most cherished friends. She made our lives so much better and happier by just being herself. I will miss her. Stan

Susan Keezer

August 12, 2015

Joe and Nita, Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time.

Marty Baldwin

August 12, 2015

So sorry for the passing of Donna. She was always smiling, extending her personal warmth and friendliness. We did have such fun skiing together.So now, Dan we have precious memories of a lovely lady. Marty Baldwin

David Ballou

August 12, 2015

Dan and family, Jean and I will be thinking of you in this time of sorrow. Donna was a cheerful light, a spark, and a fighter and she affected all of us in so many good ways. Please take care.

David Ballou

August 12, 2015

Dan and Family, Jean's and my hearts go out to you and will be thinking of you in this time of sorrow. Donna was a light, a fighter, and a spark to you and to all of us. Bless you and please take care.

Barbara Hilliard

August 12, 2015

Donna, you were always a light in everyone's life. You will be missed here
on earth but you will be forever in our hearts

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Bob Hughes

August 12, 2015

Dan, I'll always remember all the smiling and laughing whenever we got together. My thoughts are with you.

Charlie & Toni Stoia

August 11, 2015

Dan and family, Thinking and praying for you at this most difficult time. Know that Donna is now with the Lord.

Rick Bricault

August 11, 2015

Thoughts and Prayers for Dan, and the Family and Relatives of Donna. Such a Great Smile every time I saw her, will Always be remembered . God Bless, Most Sincerely Rick Bricault

Shannan McNair

August 11, 2015

Thinking of you Dan, and all of Donna's family. I enjoyed knowing Donna during my years of involvement in the Ann Arbor Ski Club. I loved her smile and her kindness.

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