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Donna Rosato Obituary
1947 - 2024
Lynn - Donna A. (Shambarger) Rosato, age 77 of Lynn, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Orlando Rosato, with who she shared 58 years of marriage.
Born in Lynn to the late Thomas and Ethel (White) Shambarger. Donna was a graduate of Lynn Classical High School, and later worked in data entry. She cherished her time spent with family and friends and especially loved having Sunday dinner with her children and 6 grandchildren.
Donna is survived by her husband Orlando Rosato; her children Dineen Dusablon and her husband Steven, David Rosato and his partner Evelyn and Scott Rosato and his wife Donna; and her grandchildren Krista, Ashlyn, Abby, Kevin, Katelyn and Ryan; and her brother Thomas Shambarger Jr.
Donna's vitiation will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple Street, Lynn. Her Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Pius V Church, 215 Maple Street, Lynn. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dana-Faber Cancer Institute, www.dana-farber.org.
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Jean Howard
February 3, 2025
How lucky we were to move next door to both Donna and Orlando. She had the best laugh! She took very good care of her family for sure! You knew it was Sunday as she would make a huge pan of Italian spaghetti sauce for her family. We could smell it cooking early Sunday mornings. It Made us all hungry! She would always have her children and grandchildren over for the day. I loved her laugh!! She is going to be missed! Donna how fortunate we were to have you as a friend and neighbor! If you see Dave, give him a big hug for me!! Love you, Jean Howard
Donna Elliott
February 6, 2024
I´m so sorry for your loss
I know how much she´ll be missed, she was such a wonderful person that I´m glad I got to know
I know you have a lot of great memories and I hope they help you through this difficult time
Love you all
Jeannette Lessa
February 3, 2024
So sorry to hear of her passing.
Joe Manzo
February 3, 2024
Condolences to Scott, Dave and family for the loss of your mom.
Jean Howard
February 3, 2024
Donna, was my friend & next door Neighbor for many years on Clovelly St. You were a wonderful neighbor! She was so good to her family and friends. I remember smelling her Italian sauce cooking just about every Sunday. The love she gave to her family was something else! We had many laughs and she will be missed! If you meet up with Dave, give him a hug for me! Love you...Jean Howard
Lesley Wright
February 3, 2024
The Rosato Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
February 3, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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