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Donna Downes Obituary

Age 57, of Springfield, NH, died Sept. 13, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, formerly of Lowell, MA. Wife of Michael P. Downes. Mother of Michael P. Downes Jr. of Lowell, Matthew D. Downes of Brooklyn, NY, & Nicholas M. Downes of Lowell, sister of Paul J. Dunphy Jr. of Simi Valley, CA, Michael Dunphy of Manchester, NH, Dr. Gail M. Dunphy of Hampton, NH & Kathee Gisiger of San Diego, CA. Funeral Monday morning at 9 o'clock from the O'Donnell Funeral Home, 276 Pawtucket St., LOWELL. Funeral Mass at St. Michael Church, Lowell, at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Marys Cemetery in North Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers kindly make memorial contributions to The Norris Cotton Cancer Ctr. at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Ctr., Lebanon, NH 03766. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Sunday.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 15, 2005.

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Dick Orlando

September 26, 2005

Dear Mike,

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Donna. I remember her bright and cheery smile during our days at Wang.

Warmest sympathies,

Bernice Faber

September 21, 2005

We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Bernice and Ted Faber

Bill and Mary Todd

September 20, 2005

Mike,

I am so very sorry to hear about Donna. I remember how courteous she was when I visited your home several times on Andover Street or talked with her at the Wang get-togethers.

Donna's kindness and generosity has stayed in my memory ever since.

Our condolences go out to you and your family.

Shannon (Ziffer) Wheeler

September 20, 2005

Mike and family, I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I only ever think of you with one big smile on your face, so I can only assume Donna was the same. I am sure your entire family will miss her tremendously. My husband and I send our condolences to you all.

Susan Johnson

September 19, 2005

Dear Mike and Nick, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

God bless,

Sue Johnson

Tricia & Steve Sarica

September 17, 2005

We are very sorry to hear about your great loss. Our deepest sympathy is with all of you.

sherrie vlahakis

September 17, 2005

mike&sons,

i was so saddened to hear about donna. eventhough she was my latin teacher for a short time,(left on maternity leave) she left quite an impression on me. "mrs. downes" was a great teacher with a gentle temperament and a sense of humor--i loved her peaceful essence. we unexpectedly bumped into the both of you ten plus years ago at le boniche and had a great time catching up. donna's beautiful spirit is with you forever.

with deepest sympathy & blessings,

sherrie vlahakis

MAUREEN LONGTON

September 16, 2005

DEAR GAIL,



I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DONNA. SHE LIVED SUCH A FULL LIFE IN SO FEW YEARS. MY PRAYERS GO TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. GOD BLESS.



MAUREEN E. (RIDGE) LONGTON

paul&Joan mcgaunn

September 16, 2005

we are so sorry to hear of your loss.our prayers are with you.

Ken Olisa

September 16, 2005

To Mike and the family. There are no words that can help at times like this but be assured that your many friends around the world are thinking of you and praying for you. Condolences.

Jennifer McDonnell

September 15, 2005

Mr Downes, Mike, Matt, and Nick,

I was very saddened to here of your great loss. I know it has been years since I have last seen any of you but please know I will be thinking and praying for you all. My time spent with your family was always warm and loving and I know that had a lot to do with her.

thinking of you,

Jennie Beland McDonnell

Dennis M. Shepard

September 15, 2005

Mike - I am so sorry for you and your family loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We are unfortunately out of town this weekend but if you need anything just ask.

Janine Beauchemin

September 15, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons in this time of sorrow. Donna was a beautiful lady and well loved by all.



Bernie & Janine Beauchemin

Jerry Katibian

September 15, 2005

Mike, I'm very sorry to hear about Donna. Your in my prayers. God Bless

Al Cronin

September 15, 2005

Mike,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.

V/R,

Al Cronin

Dennis Shepard

September 15, 2005

Mike,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Michael, Matthew and Nicholas. It is hard to believe that we have lost such a beuatiful and loving lady.

Bonnie Towle Flanagan

September 15, 2005

Dear Mike: I am so sorry to hear of Donna's death. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this sad time. My husband and I will be in VA until Monday evening and unable to attend the services. Know that I will offer my Sunday Mass for you and yours. May God give you the strength you all will need to get through this sad time. Sincerely,

Bonnie Towle Flanagan

BILL STEVENS

September 15, 2005

I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Mr.Jeffrey Foss

September 15, 2005

Dear Mike and Family I am very sorry for your loss. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and Donna.

John & Susan Downes

September 15, 2005

We are so sorry to hear the news, our prayers are certainly with you during this difficult time.

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