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Donna Pryga Obituary
AGE: 57 • Perth Amboy
Donna L. Pryga, 57 of Perth Amboy, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at her residence with her family by her side. Donna was a lifelong resident of Perth Amboy. She was employed by MagnaCare of Tinton Falls as a License Practical Nurse. She was an Alumnus of Perth Amboy High School, Class of 1976, a parishioner of the Saint John Paul II Parish at St. Mary Church, and was an Ordained Minister, a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge # 1360 Perth Amboy. Donna lived her life to the fullest and had a Heart of Gold and loved spending time with friends and family. She is preceded in death by her loving parents Stanley F. and Marianne (nee Lipecki) Pryga.
She is survived by her adored sisters Barbara L. and her husband Ernest "Butch" Mulhollem of Rotonda West, Florida and Janet Pryga of Perth Amboy; cherished aunt of Lisa and her husband Jim Beasley of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Karen and her husband Fred Kramer of Somerset and grandniece, Katelyn Beasley and her devoted caretaker & dear friend Hope Tarbell.
We begin to leave on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 9:15 AM from the Gustav J. Novak Funeral Home, 419 Barclay Street, Perth Amboy for a funeral mass at 10 AM at Saint John Paul II Parish at St. Mary Church. Burial will be Private. Visiting is on Friday from 2 ~ 4 & 7 ~ 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Donna's memory can be made to either Memorial Sloan - Kettering Center, Post Office Box 5028, Hagerstown, Maryland, 21741 - 5028 or to JFK Haven Hospice, 65 James Street, Edison, New Jersey 08820.
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for Donna Pryga
September 7, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Janet and her family. Donna was beautiful inside and out. She holds a special place in our hearts. We will never forget you.
Chino, Marlenis and Isabella Morales
September 6, 2015
My deepest sympathies to all.
Janine Tryba Gillis
Joan Sue's mom
September 5, 2015
Donna will always be remembered for all her strength through her difficult times. & all her help to so many people in the health care field, thinking of you Janet & family!
Tony & Linda Re
September 4, 2015
Bambi, Janet & Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy over the passing of Donna. Cherish the many good times spent with her. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May Donna rest in peace.
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Nancy Fichtelberg
September 4, 2015
Our dear friend and Warrior....You are a sign of strength, fly free and with no pain.
I can say in all honesty, you are someone I admired highly, such a good person with a huge heart and so much love to give. RIP Donna. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your friend/caretaker Hope.
September 4, 2015
you will always have a piece of my heart love you donna
April Kelly
September 3, 2015
My Dear friend Donna,
I will keep you in my heart always.
You fought so hard, you were so courageous and strong and a truly beautiful person.
God bless you.
Prayers to your family and all who loved you dearly.
RIP. No more pain.
I love you always.
Love, April xoxox
Lury & Leonard Copeland sr
September 3, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Donna ( kesely) Glennon
September 3, 2015
Barbara and Janet so sorry for your loss, your sister was a great person who everyone loved her. she is at peace now and in no more pain.
trish & mike (kardos ) stuppiello
September 3, 2015
prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. heaven has opened its gates to greet another angel.....with thoughts of peace
Norma Maldonado
September 3, 2015
Rest now and no more pain..It was so nice knowing you..Prayers to your family and friends..remember the great times and many laughs..You will be missed Amboy Dive xo
Sonya and Ralph Pierce
September 3, 2015
So sorry to hear about Donna's passing. Hold on to the memories and all the wonderful times you all had. Donna will live on in the hearts of all who love her.
Deborah & Richard Cardoza
September 3, 2015
Janet, sending prayers and hugs to you at this sad time.
Adele Orshak
September 3, 2015
I will miss you my friend. Rest easy
Diane Kosowicz
September 3, 2015
Sincere condolences to Donna's family. !!
Anthony Quattrocchi
September 3, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Janet and family. She will be missed and was a good.person .
KARLA MORTENSEN HINKEL
September 3, 2015
SO SORRY FOR DONNA'S PASSING. SHE WAS A STRONG WOMEN AND HEAVEN HAS A WONDERFUL WOMEN WITHOUT PAIN AND SUFFERING.
Pat & John Szewczuk
September 3, 2015
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. We are so sorry for your loss.
Patricia Shneer-Mikes
September 3, 2015
Donna, you will be greatly missed. Deepest sympathy and condolences to Donna's family and friends.
September 3, 2015
A beautiful woman with a loving heart. Rest in peace, sweet angel.
BJ Carr Mahon
September 3, 2015
R I P
September 3, 2015
So sorry to hear about Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
~Sandy and Darren Breault
September 3, 2015
My condolences to the Pryga family and those who loved her deeply. May your hearts hold on to the memories and blessings you shared with her love that is apart of us all. Rest easy Diva.....
Mary Beth MANZ
September 3, 2015
RIP Donna, So sorry to hear of your passing but you fought the good fight. Be at peace with the angels.
gregory zanko
September 3, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you Janet and the rest of the Pryga family. My prayers are with you.
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