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She was born in Pittston, Pa., the daughter of the late Donald and Marie Fuehrer. She graduated from Wilkes College in 1970, moved to Connecticut in 1971, and taught at Charles Barnum Elementary for 35 years, retiring in 2006. She married James Apicelli in 1974, enjoying 51 years of marriage. She worked as a part time travel agent. She enjoyed traveling the world visiting countless countries and six of the seven continents.
She is survived by her loving husband; brother John (Maryanne) Fuehrer of New Jersey; and sister Patricia (Ray) Saliday of North Carolina. She will be sorely missed by her family and her many friends.
To honor her wishes, no services will be held at this time. Please visit www.fultontherouxnewlondon.com for leave a tribute for her family. Donations may be made in Donna's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
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Kathy Vaiciulis
Yesterday
Mindful of Donna's gracious ways and her sunshine smile. A special thank you for her skill in planning a trip to Ireland for my mother and me. Memories of Donna will always be bright.
Fondly
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GJ Sanford
Yesterday
Mrs. Apicelli was my teacher the year Carter and Ford were running. She held a mock election and talked about the importance of voting. Her message stuck with me so much that I registered at 18 and have only missed one election since then, including referendums and local elections. I'm almost 60, so I have carried her teaching and influence through almost 50 years. Thank you, for your gift of democracy and responsiblity of citizenship. Your grateful student, Jennifer.
Donna Moore
November 3, 2025
Donna and I worked together at Kaplan´s and she was pure sunshine! The two of us traveled together to London a couple of times and to Las Vegas. They are some of my fondest memories. My sincere sympathies to Jimmy and all her family
Elizabeth Paket
November 3, 2025
With sympathy Betty Parker
Cathy
November 3, 2025
I started at Kaplan Travel the same that Donna started working there. We have been friends since working together. My sympathy to her family and many friends who will miss her smile and happy nature.
Debbie (Yates) Johnson
November 2, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Donna at Kaplan Travel in the 80's. She was the kindest, most generous person. She radiated joy and I am blessed to have known her and her friendship. My deepest condolences to her family.
Ellen
November 2, 2025
I had the honor to work with Donna at Charles Barnum. Truly a very special friend and teacher. She will be missed. Rest in peace
Luana Keefe
November 2, 2025
Jimmy, I am so sorry to read about Donna´s passing. My deepest sympathy is with you.
L. Micheal Clancy
November 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I did not know her well but my late wife worked as a librarian at Mary Morrison School and talked about Donna from time to time. I knew Donna's husband Jim as we both attended Fitch High School together. My heart goes out to Jim and the rest of the Apicelli family because I know the pain of losing a spouse you have been married to for 50+ years. May Donna RIP
Dave Fairman
November 2, 2025
Rest in Peace Donna thank you for your years at Barnum
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