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Donna Chace Obituary
Born February 18, 1950, in Charlottesville, she was the daughter of the late Smith Blankenbaker.
Mrs. Chace was owner of the Handcraft House in Madison and a member of the Beth Car Baptist Church.
She is survived by her mother, Kathryn Blankenbaker of Pratts; husband, Kenneth V. Chace of Pratts; one brother, James Blankenbaker of Pratts.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2006, at the Beth Car Baptist Church, conducted by Dr. R. Wertenbaker Turner Jr., with interment in Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to MESA, P.O. box 665, Madison, VA 22727 or to the Beth Car Baptist Church, P.O. Box 444, Madison, VA 22727.
The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, April 27, 2006, at the Preddy Funeral Home, Madison.
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Vinton and Peg Twyman
April 29, 2006
We are cousins of Kitty Blankenbaker and have fond memories of dear Donna. She led a very full life in spite of her handicap and was always so cheerful to all.This is a great loss for Kitty and for Ken too. We offer our deepest sympathy and love to the family.
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Lou Leake
April 27, 2006
Dear Kenneth, Kitty and Jimmy,
Please know that you are in my constant thoughts and prayers. I thank God for the special friendship we shared for so many years. May you find comfort and peace knowing that she is no longer suffering.
Tracey Williams
April 25, 2006
I had always known Donna by name, but didn't actually meet her until I started working at the Chamber. Donna was one of the most compassionate people I've ever met and made me feel very welcome. I also began to learn how talented and creative she was. She will be greatly missed.
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