Photo courtesy of George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville
Somerville, Massachusetts
Dec 21, 1946 – Nov 12, 2022
Seel, Donna R. (Creedon)- Of East Boston, formerly of Somerville, passed away on Saturday November 12, 2022. She was 75.
Born in Charlestown to the late John and Anne (De St. Croix) Creedon.
Beloved wife of the late Thomas R. Seel Sr. who passed away in September 2022.
Loving mother of Thomas R. Seel Jr. and his wife Holly of Winthrop and Laura A. Seel of East Boston.
Cherished grandmother to the late Thomas R. Seel III.
Dear sister of Deborah Reid of Malden, Marilyn Sawicki of York, Maine, Jean Creedon of Revere and the late John Creeden of Somerville, Charles Creedon of Somerville and Anne Creedon of Everett.
Donna was born in Charlestown, MA. She attended Cardinal Cushing High School.
Donna’s first job was at the Schrafft’s Candy Factory, near the old Charlestown Navy yard. There she met her late beloved husband of 55 years, Tom, a sailor on the U.S.S. Wasp.
Donna worked for PDC (Product Development Corp) for many years where she met several life long friends. Moving to East Boston later in life, she retired from the City of Boston after 15 years in the payroll department.
Donna was always on the go. She loved going on long car rides, romantic walks and shopping anywhere with Tom. She was an avid reader and loved cooking for her family.
On a typical Sunday, you would catch Donna reading a book in her chair while the family was watching football. She loved having everyone gathered together cooking up their favorite meals.
Donna was fun loving, smiled all the time and always had a sparkle in her eye. She was a natural care taker and always kind.
She was lovingly known as Auntie Donna to the Reids and Marshalls and Nana Seel to the Dragos, Hansens, Gages, Kemmetts, Moores and many more. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews
Donna, Tom, Laura and Tom Jr. (aka T.J.) especially want to thank our Visiting Angels, Mirlene Villarcon Dorsainville and Theresa Alejandro who helped take care of Donna and Tom over the last few years. Their help and support were invaluable.
Calling Hours will be held at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) on Sunday, November 20th from 2:00PM to 5:00PM.
A prayer service will be conducted in the funeral home at 4:30PM.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
Interment will be private.
Read MoreI miss you every minute of every single day.
Debbie Reid
November 10, 2025 | Malden, MA | Sister
I am very deeply saddened by your loss. I will miss you so much. It was a blessing to be able to take care for you these past two years. Laura, Tom and to the rest of the family, I'm thinking of you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Mrs. Donna beautiful smile.
Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. May almighty God bless us with his peace and strength, the Father...
Mirlene Villarcon
November 20, 2022 | Mission Hill, MA | Friend
Dear Donna May fond memories help to ease the pain of Your Loved One’s Hugs Donna you always had a place in my heart.
Mark
November 19, 2022 | Friend
TJ, our hearts go out to you and your family for the loss of your dear mother. We know how much she meant to you. "A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory." Hold on to the memories and know that she is there. Wishing you peace.
The Vokes Family
November 19, 2022
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Deborah Reid
November 18, 2022 | Malden, MA
What am I going to do with out you my sista? The only thing that keeps me going is I know your with Tom and Ma and your happy and I know Tom is happy to have his lover with him.I have my beautiful memories to carry with me every day. I was very lucky to have you as a sister and I couldn't have asked for anyone better than you because there was no better than you. I'll miss you everyday. I love MY SISTA.❤
Debbie Reid
November 18, 2022 | Malden, MA | Sister
Yes, Donna always had a smile and big hug for me no matter how many the years have been. She was our happy cousin, kind and generous. She will be missed by many and many more.
Barry De St Croix
November 16, 2022 | Walnut Creek, CA | Family
Jean, Mal, and Debbie so sorry for your loss. Jean, I remember visiting Donna many times with you. Hope your memories bring you comfort
Linda Hamilton
November 16, 2022 | Arcadia, FL | Friend
Auntie Donna was not only an amazing aunt, but a 2nd mom to many of us. Thank you Auntie Donna and Uncle Tom for all the holiday dinners, weekend trips to the Cape, shopping, singing oldies, and even going to church. Memories that I will always cherish and never forget. You both will truly be missed, but never forgotten. Until we meet again, I love you.
Bernadette Reid
November 15, 2022 | Arlington, MA | Family
