Donna M. (Champagne) Casey

Donna M. (Champagne) Casey obituary, Waltham, MA

Donna M. (Champagne) Casey

Donna Casey Obituary

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Waltham – Albert Einstein said that "Creativity is intelligence having fun" . . . and that pretty much fit Waltham's Donna Casey. Any time that any of us have walked into a book store or gone online at Amazon to buy a book we hardly ever think about who designs the book covers that catch our attention or piques our interest. For years Donna worked in the digital arts and created dozens of covers for books in print and online and she was really good at it. Examples of her work can be found at her website: www.digitaldonna.com or on her Facebook page: www.facebook.com/DDcovers . She became an author herself after having visited the wilds of Alaska and developed a fascination with grizzly bears. She penned a book under her nom de plume Donna Champagne entitled "A Grizzly End". Her second effort at writing came after her cancer diagnosis with an online tome called "I Have Colorectal Cancer: What Now?" . . . an incredibly personal and brave account of her journey through uncertainty and doubt that revealed her inner strength and courage. Donna M. (Champagne) Casey died Saturday, October 15, 2016 at her home. She was 67. A daughter of the late Gerald and Marie (Pineau) Champagne, she was a lifelong Waltham resident and Waltham High graduate. She leaves her best friend and husband of forty-eight years, James T. Casey; her son, James T. Casey, Jr.; her grandson, Jonathan H. Casey; her sister and brother, Judy Ritcey and Jerry Champagne, Jr., all of Waltham and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will honor and remember Donna's life by gathering for calling hours in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham on Friday, October 21st from 4 to 8 p.m. and again on Saturday morning in Sacred Heart Church, 311 River Street, Waltham where her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 311 River Street, Waltham, MA 02453.

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October 11, 2025

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August 27, 2025

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Angie

October 11, 2025

Incredible to think it´s already been 9 years. Sympathy to Jim & family during this anniversary month

Angie

August 27, 2025

Happy Heavenly Birthday Donna. Love you!

Angie

October 11, 2024

Wee Forest Folk, Donna painted those miniature collectables for the company for several years. They´re so small. I was always amazed at her artistry especially doing such beautiful work on such tiny objects. She gifted me with two of them, a tiny Santa and a tiny wedding anniversary couple. Every time I see them I think of Donna. You are missed!

Joe & Angie

October 10, 2023

We remember Donna´s artistry, her sense of humor and her devotion to her grandson. We continue to miss her and all the visits, emails and text messages we exchanged over the years. We still display proudly a portrait she made of our dog. She & Jim were wonderful caregivers to Nana Casey for years at the end of her time on earth. We join Jim in sadness at this 7th anniversary time of her passing.

Gabrielle Garbin

February 14, 2018

I discovered that Donna had passed and I am heartbroken. We met several years ago when she designed some lovely book covers for me, communicating only by email, but I soon grew to love her sense of humor, and the tales of her little Poms (Pixel?) and my rowdy Irish Setter. She was so witty, so delightful to work with. The last cover she designed was in 2012, and she went above and beyond, including original artwork to reflect the story. She told me that she couldn't wait to read it. I have yet to publish that book, but when I do, I will use her lovely book cover. I am so sorry for your loss, and even more sorry that I never met this incredible woman in person. She was unique...

Doreen LeBlanc

November 30, 2016

I just learned of Donna's passing. We were friends as young children when we lived in their duplex on River Street. We reconnected through Facebook in recent years. My condolences to her family and friends. She was a remarkably creative and talented woman.

Christine Cormier

October 24, 2016

Donna, we will miss you here on earth dearly. Your whole life was artful. It's the way you took your photos, painted your mice family, created your books and painting. Such talent!!!!! Thank you for all your help when I would ask you an art or computer design question, you were always so generous with your knowledge.

I hope some one makes a book of all your beautiful bird photos, they are so lovely and make one feel at peace looking at them.

Love you and see you on the other side, Christine, Tom, Justin and Tyler Cormier
PS May your entire family find peace in their hearts but always remember when they see your art.

Kathy Cormier

October 24, 2016

Lovely, beautiful Donna....you will be so missed by so many. We look forward to reunite one day and when we do, you will be well, happy and shining again! May God keep you and until then, comfort and keep Jimmy, Judy, Jimmy Jr, Jerry, Steph and all the clan. Love to you all from Knoxville.

Pat Darby

October 20, 2016

I was 12 when I met Donna. She was around 18. I wondered who this gorgeous young woman was that was dating my Uncle Jim. Together they looked to me like the coolest couple on earth! She, with her straight long hair and movie star looks and Uncle Jim with his Buddy Holly look!
The years went by and I got to know Donna as a friend more than an Aunt.
During the last decade, Donna, myself and my Aunt Angie had what I think of as a 3-way texting/email support group with a phone call or a visit thrown in here & there! Donna fought hard and was an inspiration to me during my battles. She will always be my Warrior Goddess. David joins me in saying how much we loved her and will miss her. All our Love to Jim, Judy, Jimmy & Jon.❤

Angie and Joe Casey

October 19, 2016

Our hearts are so full it's hard to speak. We're still expecting the tone of a text or email from Donna and it's not coming. We honor her ever enduring love for our brother Jim. We honor her creativity, her humor, her welcoming spirit, and her loving devotion and care for her family. We especially honor Donna's courage and acceptance of what must be during these past few months. She's been a model of strength to us. We join Jim and the family in grief.

Joe and Angie Casey

Andrea Agresta

October 18, 2016

Dear Judy and family,

What a beautiful tribute to Donna. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God, family, friends and happy memories of Donna comfort you at this difficult time. My deepest condolences.

~Andrea

Ann Burke

October 18, 2016

My lifetime neighbor and friend has gone up to heaven we never said good bye because I will join her someday and reunite all our memories of our childhood and has become one of my angels .My heart is full of sadness but I was able to have a week with Donna and praying with her.Donna had a gift to make everyone around her a better person She is a beautiful person in and out and I will miss her .My husband and I are longtime neighbors of the Champagne family and we are so sorry for your loss .

Debbie Boudrot

October 19, 2016

Dear Jim & family,

I was stunned when I read this ! I am so sorry to hear this news, I know what Donna meant to you & her family . The loss is huge. I will always remember how kind both you & donna were to me & my children back in the days of the video store. May god rest her soul.

Kari

October 17, 2016

So very sorry for your loss, Donna was a true friend and she will be missed. Thoughts and prayers go to all her Family and Friends.

Mom

October 17, 2016

To My Son Jonathan,

Never, ever forget what "Nam" was to you. I am your mother, but she was your second mother, she loved you with all her heart. She went far and above the role of Grandmother and I thank God that she was there for us. I couldn't have raised such a wonderful son without her help. Her spirit shines on through you. Her inner strength, she passed on to you. It will be so hard for you to say goodbye, but always remember she loved you like you were her own child. Don't ever let her out of your heart or your mind.

Kym Casey

October 17, 2016

I will miss you more than you can imagine. You were my rock for many years and I will never forget that. You are free of your pain and struggle now and for that, I thank God. You will always be in my heart, that beautiful smile will always be in my mind when I think of you. Rest in peace and know that you will always be loved and admired by myself and everyone that knew you. Gone too soon, our hearts are broken but we will go on to remember a courageous and beautiful woman who will never be forgotten. RIP Donna.

Karen (Cookie) Cormier-Kraus

October 16, 2016

So very sorry for the loss of this beautiful soul. I've known Donna & her family since I was very young. I've always thought of them as my family. She will be deeply missed.
Sending love and prayers to Jerry, Judy and family.

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