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1922
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2010
Donna Bevacqua Obituary
Donna Clare Bevacqua, born Aug. 22, 1922 in Longmont, Colo., Donna taught elementary and junior high school for 23 years as a member of the Franciscan Sisters out of Milwaukee, Wis. She continued teaching for eight more years as a lay woman. Many students in Steven's Point, Wis., San Bruno, Calif., and Hanna Boys Center in Sonoma, Calif., were enriched by her enthusiasm for the writings of Laura Ingalls Wilder and the art of Ted De Grazia, to say nothing of her talent at origami. She had a self-deprecating sense of humor and an infectious laugh. The family remembers her as a smiling person who always brought happiness to any occasion.
Donna was the loving wife of Richard Bevacqua for 41 years. Richard is a former worker with the Ventura County Alzheimer's Association, and a current volunteer at the Ventura County Medical Center. Donna was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 1996, when the couple was living in San Luis Obispo. They moved to Oxnard in 2000 when Donna needed to be placed in a nursing facility. She finished her long struggle with the disease on Oct. 25, 2010, at the Fillmore Convalescent Center where she was given every consideration by the extremely dedicated staff.
Donna is survived by her husband, Richard of Santa Paula; sisters, Mary Catherine Skomdahl of Long Beach, Patricia Seckington of Long Beach; sister-in-law, Marlene (Wayne) Lattimer of Ojai; sister-in-law, Gerry Seckington of Long Beach; as well as many nephews and nieces in the Los Angeles, San Diego and Florida areas.
The family has asked for donations in Donna's honor to be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 80 North Wood Road, Camarillo, CA 93010.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. Condolences may be left at www.TedMayrFuneralHome.com.
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NMichael McLaughlin
November 10, 2010
Having had over 20 years of education in Catholic schools, I unequivocally believe she had the greatest influence on me and my development as a person when she was my 8th grade teacher...she guided me through some difficult and challenging times...she was indeed a person with a special gift of communication with young people...My thoughts and prayers are with Richard and her family.( a student from St. Bruno's 1954-1955) Mike McLaughlin
November 10, 2010
I remember her fondly. One of my favorite teachers. My sympathy and prayers go out to her family.
Molly Weber Lloyd
Michael Murray
November 10, 2010
I was a confused eighth grader in 1955 when I met Sr. Virgine. She showed great patience with me and provided counsel that made a real difference in my life. My deepest sympathies to her husband, Richard, and all her family. She will be greatly missed by the many she helped.
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