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Donna-Sue Chaplin Obituary
HARVEYS LAKE — After a lengthy illness, Donna-Sue James Chaplin passed into the arms of the Lord on Aug. 13, 2016, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, surrounded by her mother, father and sister.
Donna-Sue was born in Kingston on Oct. 22, 1969. She graduated from Lake-Lehman High School in 1987, where she played volleyball and was a member of the award-winning Lake-Lehman band. She attended Penn State University.
She relocated to Virginia and later to North Carolina, where she was employed as a telecommunications project manager. She returned home to Harveys Lake for her final three years to be cared for by her family. She was married to Matthew Chaplin, of Charlotte, N.C.
Donna-Sue truly loved her daughters, Zoe Chaplin, of Holly Springs, N.C., and Kate Chaplin, of Charlotte, N.C., and her companion dog, Horatio. She also loved horses, her "Cindy" and "Babes." She was a Four-H State Champion and an American Horse Show Association Medal Class Winner. She had a passion for billiards and played in several leagues. She qualified and participated in Las Vegas Competition.
In addition to her parents, Norman and Susan James, of Harveys Lake, Donna-Sue is survived by her sister, Carolyn James and her children, PJ and Isabella Pisano, of Pittston; aunt, Maryalice James, of Edwardsville; and several cousins in Kingston, Edwardsville, New York and New Jersey.
Donna-Sue loved her God and never forgot His love for her.
Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at the Independent Bible Church, 328 Main St., Duryea, with Dr. Al Cremard, pastor, presiding.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made at any Wells Fargo Bank to the Zoe & Kathleen Chaplin Donation Account.
Arrangements are by the Ruane & Mudlock Funeral Home Inc., 18 Kennedy St., Pittston.
Online condolences can be made at www.ruaneandmudlock.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Donna-Sue Chaplin
T-Bake (the Nick-name DS most often called me)
May 10, 2021
DS, I think about you all the time. And for some reason, more in the last few days. I miss you often and regret not having stayed in touch as I should have. You will never, ever be forgotten by anyone who was lucky enough to have known you. With love from your Soul Sister! Xoxo
August 21, 2016
Dearest Norman and family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you on the loss of your daughter and loved one. We are certain that she will be truly missed.
Chuck, Charlie, Chris and Chad Sakoski
August 20, 2016
Norman, Susan and family, I remember when Norm would bring her to Trinity Presbyterian when she was younger. I am terribly sorry for your loss.
Cindy Barakat Kreidler
Beth Pillarella Faerber
August 18, 2016
Bill joins me in sending our deepest sympathy.
August 17, 2016
Norm, Sue, Carolyn, and family:
My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Memories of Donna Sue playing volleyball for Bob flooded back when I heard of her death. May the good memories of her life sustain you in this time of unimaginable sorrow. My prayers are with you and her children.
Robin Rogers
GREAT TIMES w/Maureen, John, Donna Sue, Dave, & Jodi
Maureen Russell
August 17, 2016
I'm TRULY very sorry for your loss. Donna-Sue was a wonderful and caring person. I was blessed to have had her as a friend. I will miss her greatly.
Love and prayers with you all, one of her many billiards team members,
Daly-Anne Leonard Morano
August 17, 2016
I am so sad to hear of Donna-Sue's passing. She was a wonderful friend to have as a little girl in Gate of Heaven and I am so glad we got to catch up on our lives now through Facebook. I wish she had many more healthy and happy years ahead of her but clearly, the Lord had other plans. My sincere condolences to your entire family Donna-Sue, I'm so glad I had the privilege to know you in my life.
Jim Kliamovich
August 17, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna-Sue always had a way of making any situation a little brighter with her charm and smile. Although we had not spoken in many years our times in high school and college seem like yesterday. Shock does not due justice the heart felt sorrow I felt hearing of her passing. The world is a little less bright not having her here anymore. My memories of her will forever being a smile to my face. I can only hope that knowing she was deeply cared about by even those who had not been involved in her life for many years helps just a little with the grief of her loss.
kelly Stiles
August 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Megan Guiney(Williams)
August 17, 2016
I'm sorry sorry for your loss. Donna Sue is in the arms of the lord. She is looking after you all. Sending you love and hugs. Sorry I was unable to be there, sent many prayer your way.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Meg
Bob & Beth Mesko
August 17, 2016
Norm, Sue & Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you. Rest in peace Donna-Sue.
August 17, 2016
My deepest condolences to your family during this time of grief. Please find comfort in the verses at Jeremiah 29:11-13.
August 17, 2016
Norman, You may not remember me from Day School in Forty-Fort. I cannot know the hurt you must feel. May you find comfort in remembering the joy you once shared together. Ed Chernesky
1845SW Wynwood Ave, Portland, Oregon 97225
Bert Myers
August 16, 2016
Norman and Susan, My sincere condolences upon the loss of your daughter Donna-Sue. I have fond memories of our families.
Bennett Jewett
August 16, 2016
Donna-Sue was a very special person who had a very special spot in my heart I met her 5 years ago and she truly is one of sweetest ladies u could ever meet I will miss u everyday this is sad but ur not suffering anymore babe RIP my friend ❤U forever in my heart
Dawn Pavlick
August 16, 2016
God bless and rest in peace.
Kevin Goodwin
August 16, 2016
Donna-Sue was an amazing person. She was funny, friendly and kind but also insightful, caring and very smart. She gave selflessly and was always there for a friend in need. The world's loss is heaven's gain because an angel has returned home.
Jack Davis
August 16, 2016
My deepest heart-felt condolences, Norm and Sue, Zoe, Kate and Carolyn. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Suzanne Brown
August 16, 2016
Donna-Sue was one of my favorite people. I met her playing pool league 4 years ago. In those 4 short years she had a huge impact on my life. Becoming one of my closest friends. When my mother was hospitalized last year she talked to me til 4 in the morning, just to give me comfort. That was just the kind of person she was. I'm really gonna miss you "Momma Sue". I know you are now pain free and having such a great time. Zoe and Kate, I am praying for you both. Just know her friends in NC are here for you. Much love and prayers to your entire family.
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