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Donna Kopinski Obituary

DONNA M. KOPINSKI, 65 MACHESNEY PARK - Donna M. Kopinski, 65, of Machesney Park passed away Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Donna was born Nov. 2, 1947, in Rockford, daughter of Harold and Marie Winter Laman. She married Thomas Kopinski on Jan 30, 1981. Donna was a member of First Assembly Church and worked as office manager at Roscoe Veterinary Clinic. Donna is survived by husband, Tom; children, Michelle (Archie) Morey, Tim (Holly) Bauscher, Christopher Kopinski, Claudia Kopinski, Consuela Kopinski and Joanie Kopinski; brothers, Dale and Gary Laman; sister, Diane Hawkins; and six grandchildren. Predeceased by parents; and daughter, Rhonda Kluck. Service to celebrate Donna's life will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, at First Assembly Church, Rockford, with visitation from 9 a.m. to service time. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road. Condolences may be sent to sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2012.

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kathy bowerman

November 21, 2012

Tim and family,
The dear Lord has welcomed such a beautiful,lady into his Kingdom with open arms.
Thinking of all of you with prayers,
Rich & Kathy Bowerman
Dave & Marilyn Kloepfer

Benny Falzone

November 15, 2012

Tom,

We spoke briefly at the visitation. I understand exactly what you meant! I know life has put a little distance between us but you're in my thoughts. My heart goes out to you and your family on your loss.

Bob Bradley

November 13, 2012

Tom and family, I am extremely sorry for your loss. May you find peace in knowing we'll all meet again someday.

Kelvin & Lilah Stoel

November 13, 2012

We are sorry for your great loss. May God comfort you and your family.

David Tohlen

November 13, 2012

Donna will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family.

Jacob Caraotta

November 12, 2012

Hi Tom,
Just letting you know that we are praying for your family. Please let us know anything we could do to help. Donna was a lovely lady. We are very sorry.
Jacob & Celeste Caraotta

Cathie larson Doyle

November 12, 2012

Donna was my girls godmother i am so sorry to hear of her passing. We had not seen her for awhile. RIP Donna. Cathie Larson Doyle

November 12, 2012

tom and family so sorry for your loss,be strong schnucks pharmacy

November 12, 2012

TOM AND FAMILY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BE STRONG FOR THOSE AROUND YOU.

WITH SYMPATHY AND RESPECT
DAN MANNING, CHERRY VALLEY, IL

Mike & Nancy Parker

November 12, 2012

Michelle and Archie...We are saddened to hear of your loss...You have our deepest sympathy.

Carey Williams

November 12, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Donna for years from taking my pets to North Main Animal Hospital. She was a remarkable woman. She had such a love of animals and concern for their owners as well. May God bless you and your family at this sad time.

Sarah Laing

November 11, 2012

It was an honor to work with such a kind hearted woman. Donna will be greatly missed by all. Prayers go out to her family during this difficult time.

Kathy Stimes

November 11, 2012

I knew Donna when she worked at North Main Animal Hospital and as a step aerobics instructor at the YMCA. I always enjoyed her; she was very warm and caring. I am deeply saddened to learn of her passing. She left too soon.

Pat and Pam Finch

November 11, 2012

Michelle and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We love you,

Ann Smith

November 11, 2012

Tom and family, Iam so very sorry to hear of Donna s passing, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a wounderful neighbor and great mother.

Linda Fleming

November 11, 2012

The vet clinic will not be the same place without Donna's warmth and kindness. I miss my friend and co-worker. My sympathies to all her family.

Dawn Akre

November 11, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Karen Milburn

November 11, 2012

Tom &family,
We are so sorry to hear of Donna's passing.
May all of you feel the strength of friends and family around you.
God's love & our's,
Chris & Karen

Dick and Penny Tohlen

November 11, 2012

We are very saddened to hear of Donna's passing. We have fond memories of the years we spent with Donna, her children and ours as they were growing up. Donna was a good friend to all.

November 11, 2012

Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts. So sorry to hear about Donna.
Debbie Dagnon (Cincinnati, OH)

November 11, 2012

You, Aunt Marie and Rhonda will be our angels looking down on all Prayers and Hugs to your Family.of us and taking care of us. Will miss you. Prayers and Hugs to all of the Family.

Charemon Anderson

November 11, 2012

It was an honor to be a coworker and friend. Donna always had concern for everyone. My prayers are with all of you. She will be deepy missed by everyone.

Sandy Plowman

November 11, 2012

We have a bright new star and angel in our beautiful blue skies. You will be missed by many but we will cherish the memories.

Bob & Mary Bloyer

November 11, 2012

Rest in peace, Donna. Gone to sson.

Darlene Nadler

November 10, 2012

You light up so many life's and made this world a better place! Your love of family was amazing and I admired you greatly! I will miss you always and will remember you Donna forever! May you rest in peace!

Hester Collins

November 10, 2012

Tom, may the spirit of God get you and your children through this sad time in your lives. My prayers are with all of you.

Nancy Hendrick

November 10, 2012

Tom, I was so shocked when I heard about Donna passing away. My heart goes out to you. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers.

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