Donna Lavin Obituary
Donna Lavin
Donna Lavin, 55, daughter of Julius Chiapperini and Marie Cardone of Flushing, New York, died at her home on Thursday, January 13, 2011.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years and Vietnam veteran, Thomas Patrick Lavin, also of Flushing, New York.
A resident of Charlottesville for 21 years, Donna was most loved by those around her for her indomitable spirit and her feisty sense of humor.
Despite her multiple illnesses, Donna kept an upbeat outlook and loved nothing more than spending time with her friends and family.
She leaves behind a daughter, Donna Cavello; a son-in-law, Brian Cavello; her 12 year old granddaughter, and the angel of her life, Brianna Rose Cavello and her partner of eight years, David Matheny.
My mother brought love and laughter to our lives and will live in our hearts forever.
Funeral arrangements by Hill and Wood Funeral Home.
Gifts to the family accepted and appreciated.
"No matter how dark the path you walk seems, love will always bring you home."
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Michelle
June 21, 2011
I just found out. Donna was my like a Mother to me. I wish I has known sooner. I know she is looking down on us all from heaven.
Melanie Roberts
February 5, 2011
Hey Donna and Brian and Brianna I am so sorry that have had to suffur with this terrible loss it makes for a real hard time in life and I feel I am coming to the same situation very soon and I know that she is in a much better place then we are I love you all very much and thanks for being there when James and I needed you
Melanie Roberts
January 28, 2011
Donna's vivacious spirit will be remembered by all that knew her. I am sure she will be a loving guardian angel for Brianna who she talked about all the time. To Donna, God Rest Her Soul! Deb F.
Angel
January 18, 2011
Dona you will be missed and thought about alot you was a friend and i will all ways think of you.I will always tell people about you and how you always wanted to help and how great a person you was.REST in PEACE my peace.
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Crystal Morris
January 18, 2011
Donna will truly be missied she was a great friend , if there is any thing I could do please let me know . Donna will stay in mine and my familys heart forever .... Crystal
Jim & Charlotte Benzinger
January 18, 2011
Dear Donna, Brian And Brianna--we are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We hope the best for you in this moment and always. Peace & Love Jim & Charlotte
Diane Hoffman
January 18, 2011
Donna so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a terrific lady & I very glad to have known her. My love to all of you, I know you will miss her terribly.
Brenda Herring (Knight)
January 18, 2011
Donna, my sincere condolences. My mind is reeling with all the memories of Donna & the good times we had on TACO HILL. Keep a candle burning for her. She was a wonderful person who will be missed.
Allyson
January 17, 2011
My favorite people in the world are New York Italians, so I was thrilled to know Donna and find we had so much in common as children. The circumstances of our friendship were odd--to say the least--but we had a mutual admiration of spirit. I loved her feisty humor and her ability to see what was important in any situation. I hope she is pain-free and laughing, and full of joy right now. I will miss the hours we spent laughing on the phone. I loved her for loving my child. Brianna, you were her heart: never forget that. She didn't want to go, but she will always be with you.
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