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Donna Sue Starkey
1953 - 2016
Donna Sue Starkey
1953 - 2016
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BORN
1953
DIED
2016
Donna Starkey Obituary
Donna was born to parents Don and Sally (Conn) Scaggs in Logan, West Virginia on February 27, 1953. Donna had been a bus driver with the Ravenna School System for 12 years and most recently handled insurance billing for Portage Vision Care. Donna was "Momma" to everyone and would extend herself unselfishly to help anyone, especially all the kids. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed tole painting and designing flower arrangements. Donna was a great photographer and along with her husband Doug, shot many weddings for area couples. She also enjoyed beekeeping with Doug as well. Most of all Donna loved her family and was a wonderful mother and grandma.
Donna is survived by her husband Doug, whom she married September 1, 1973, and her daughters: Tiffany (Scott) Welling, Heather (Jason) Welsh, and Danielle (Chris) Gentille. Surviving also are loving grandchildren: Hannah & Connor Welling, Aaron & Seth Welsh, and Cameron, Giuliana & Brycen Gentille. She will be sadly missed by her mother Sally Scaggs, her sister Patty (Rick) Reynolds, and her nieces and nephews: Annmarie & John Moodie, Bekah & Jim Billock, Ryan & Alicia Reynolds, Jason & Gabriella Reynolds and Melissa & Dan Seymour.
She was preceded in death by her father Don Scaggs.
Friends will be received on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, from 5:00PM until the 7:00PM funeral service officiated by Rev. William Wisniewski. Inurnment will take place at 11:00am on Tuesday, July 12th at Maple Grove Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to everyone at Crossroads Hospice and The Woodlands for their special care and compassion given to Donna.
Memorial contributions can be made in her name to Crossroads Hospice, 3743 Boettler Oaks Dr., Green, Ohio 44232.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Lisa Hale
September 26, 2016
I am deeply saddened to learn of Donna`s passing .
Over forty years ago I was welcomed into the Scaggs/Starkey family as a school exchange student.
I have never forgotten Donna`s beauty , her warmth, her sense of fun,her zest for life and her devotion to family.
My sincere condolences to Doug and the girls, Sally , Patty and all the family
R.I.P.
Doug Starkey
July 14, 2016
Rest in peace my sweet lady I will miss you for the rest of my life.
Doug Starkey
July 11, 2016
You were the joy and happiness in my life.I am missing you so much,it is so lonely with out you,It so heart breaking with out you.R.I.P.my sweet lady,God speed.
Rose Driver
July 11, 2016
The love and spirit you showed will forever be remembered. God keep and protect you always.
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Doug Starkey
July 10, 2016
R.I.P. my sweet lady,words can not express my love for you.I will miss you every day for the rest of my life.God speed my sweet lady,God speed.
To the love of my life,God speed
Doug Starkey
July 8, 2016
To my sweet lady,43 plus years together,you were my every thing.Im going to miss the fun times we had together,That big beautiful smile the little jokes,You were the heart and soul of our family.The nights with you and your bible teaching me about Gods word.Your were a Special Lady and Ill never stop loving you.R.I.P. my sweet lady until we meet again,God speed my love God speed.
Tim Conn
July 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tim & Rhonda Conn
Diane Dusek-Leighton
July 7, 2016
I knew both Donna and Doug at Midpark High School, class of 1971. I will always remember her smile, especially cheering at the football games. She had the most beautiful smile and was always so happy. I could tell she and Doug loved each other very much. I am very sorry to hear of Donna's passing. Love and prayers are sent your way to you and your family. God Bless You.
Mike Boyle
July 7, 2016
Tiffany Mike and all of the Boyle family are very sorry for your loss your mother was a great woman and will be missed!
Annmarie Moodie
July 7, 2016
Aunt Donna was always the life of the party. Her endless stories and laughter brought joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her. I love that she called herself the "favorite Aunt Donna" since we had 3 aunt Donnas. :-) I will miss her strong hugs. Thankful for the hope we have in Jesus that we will see her again one day.
Larry & Barbara Starkey
July 7, 2016
As we witnessed your journey from afar, we were inspired by the love, dedication, and faith of your entire family. Your tributes are an amazing testimony to an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, person and friend! Doug, your expressions of love are eternal! Her beauty will reside in each of you until you meet again. Our sincere love and prayers!
Jim, Bekah, Emma and Ean Billock
July 7, 2016
My fondest memories of Aunt Donna always involve laughing hysterically. She was always the life of the party and told them most animated stories. She loved with all her heart. I am so thankful for her relationship with Christ and the hope this brings. She will be loved and missed.
Fred Krazeise
July 7, 2016
My memories of Donna and Doug Starkey go back to the eighth grade. Back then, Doug was the quarterback on our junior high football team as well as a star basketball player. Donna was a cheerleader and she was probably the most beautiful girl in the school in a school that had many pretty girls. It wasn't just her outward beauty though. It was her spirit. She was always open, welcoming, generous, and friendly to everyone. I have to be perfectly honest and say that like a lot of boys in our class, I had a crush on Donna for a time back then. But Donna always had eyes for only one boy in our class and that was Doug.
After we graduated from high school, we all drifted off and went our separate ways. I was very happy to be able to reconnect with Donna and Doug on Facebook several years ago. That connection allowed me to see what a wonderful life Donna and Doug had put together a life filled with the riches of children, grandchildren, and love. It is a life that is complete.
I know that Donna gave it her all as she battled her illness. That's just the way she was wired. Never give up. The battle is now over and she can rest. The pain of losing her will be with her family and friends forever. But, I hope that we all will be able to live in peace, knowing that Donna will continue to live on in our hearts and through her children, her grandchildren, and their children for generations yet to come. Rest in Peace Donna. We will never forget you.
Marvin L. Henderson
July 7, 2016
Jim and Bekah may God soothe your souls as well as your hearts at this difficult time. Aunts are like mothers just more fun and allow you to get away with things. We know this is not good bye just until we meet again. Comfort others in the same way you've been comforted and God will continue to bless and keep you! Godspeed!
Sharon Combs-Eisenbarth
July 6, 2016
My deepest condolences for all the Starkey family. Donna was such a special woman of faith who's big smile and laughter always brought joy to those around her. The last time we spoke she shared how much fun her grandchildren were and her eyes sparkled talking about them. I remember the mother daughter banquet she planned for the church, she did a great job and it was obvious the special importance she placed on her relationship with all of her daughters. She would talk about every day events and giggle telling stories that would leave you laughing hysterically. She always had a gift for spreading joy.
Many prayers for Doug, the girls and the rest of the extended Starkey family. I know she will be deeply missed, prayers for Gods comfort and peace.
Colleen, Andy & Rileigh Wert
July 6, 2016
We met Doug & Donna through a photo fundraiser they were doing for Hannah's softball team. They are two of the kindest people you could ever meet. From the moment we met her she had the sweetest smile and was so nice and a great listener. Our daughter Rileigh immediately started talking Donna's ears off and she patiently answered all of her questions about anything and everything. Last August, while photographing my sister-in-laws wedding, Donna listened to Rileigh talk about how excited she was that her friend and Donna's frandson, Connor would be joining her at Carlin. Even though she wasn't feeling very well that day Donna kept a smile on her face and pushed through. We are glad to have been blessed with the kindness and smiles from Donna in the short time we knew her. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Heather Welsh
July 6, 2016
Mom, as I sit here missing you so much!! There are so many stories that have you in them through out my life!! I thank you for the legacy you left for your kids and grandkids!! We opened your bible this evening to see all the four leaf clovers in your bible from the answers from the lord show how faithful you were! You taught me that you can't put a price on time love and faith in God!! I pray that I am as good of a mom wife friend daughter sister and some day grandma you were in our lives!! Until we reunite love me!!!
Shannon Roshon
July 6, 2016
I remember Donna from when I was a kid. She was always laughing and smiling. Anyone who met her could never forget her. Sending prayers of comfort to the family.
Edna Schmeltz and Robert (Lee) Dawson
July 6, 2016
Words cannot express the sadness we feel from Donna's passing. Please accept our condolences. May God give her family the strength to bear the pain of their loss. You are all in our prayers.
Ruth Hughes
July 6, 2016
To all of Donna's family, my sincere heartfelt condolences. Donna was always smiling and was such a fun lady to work with. So glad I got to know her. I am sure you have alot of wonderful memories to help get you thru the hard days to come. Keep her memory alive for those grandbabies. So sorry I can't be there.
Tiffany Welling
July 6, 2016
My mom always was laughing, or making us laugh. Her laugh is one of the things I will miss the most about her not being here. One of my favorite stories about her is from when we were very young, we were in the back seat of this tiny hatchback car they had, and all three of us were arguing, she told us to stop, but we didn't listen....she pulled up to a red light, and reached into the grocery bag and pulled out this long loaf of French bread she had just gotten at the store, and she proceeded to swing that loaf of bread over the front seat hitting us, as we dodged and giggled and squealed! Of course the people in the car next to us just kind of stared at us....but the laughter broke up the argument, and although I don't remember much else about that day, where we went or what we were doing, the French Bread Incident will always make me look back and smile!
Monica Lewis
July 6, 2016
Tiffany, I met your mom the first time when we did the Couch Potato to 5K. She was so spunky and full of life. I loved running with her when I was able to keep up. I'm so sorry for your families loss but so glad you have such wonderful memories of the wonderful woman she was.
Danielle Gentille
July 6, 2016
Our sweet loving mom and Grandma Jeep you will be missed so much. I remember a time when Mom babysat Cam, and I got a text that included a picture. It said "Cam's ok but he got a little too close to the lake". The picture was Cam in his undies on the couch. Grandma Jeep to the rescue though, she had his clothes, and shoes washed and ready to wear when I came to pick him up❤ She loved her grand babies so much and would do anything for any of us.
We love and miss you so much mom❤ Forever in our hearts.
Melissa Seymour
July 6, 2016
Aunt Donna was such a spunky, fun person! She was always laughing and smiling and always had a story to tell. I remember one time when she was working at portage vision care, we had a gorilla deliever her cake and balloons at work for her birthday (I think it was her 50th maybe?) and we surprised her there too. The look on her face was hilarious and of course she was smiling and laughing! I still have my wedding bouquet that she made for me too and will cherish it forever. I am so thankful that she knew the Lord and is in heaven praising our savior and no longer suffering.
Mr. and Mrs. Watson
July 5, 2016
Donna was a wonderful woman and the nicest person you would ever meet. She was an excellent photographer and we appreciated everything she did to make our wedding day amazing. To the family we are sorry for your loss and prayers are being sent in your time of need.
Krista Shaffer
July 5, 2016
Donna, was such a sweet lady! I will always cherish her being a "momma" to me. She was just such a strong,loving, giving person and I will remember her always! She did always make you laugh and smile, she was just so full of life. Blessings to Doug, Tiffany, Scott, Hannah, Heather, Jason, Aaron, Seth, Danielle, Chris, Cameron, Giuliana, and Brycen. GG and Patty you are in my thoughts and prayers too!! Love You alll!
Rita James
July 5, 2016
I hadn't seen Donna for quite sometime. When I was able to visit her recently it was like we were never apart. My heart goes out to her entire family. There are so many great memories. She was by far, one of the sweetest persons. We will miss her tremendously. We will have to have our cookout in heaven someday. Love you!
Jeanie Knapp
July 5, 2016
Donna was a beautiful, caring and giving ladly! I have many fond memories of working with her at Ravenna Transportation. She always made everyone smile. She and Doug also took the wedding photos of two of my three children! I will certainly miss this wonderful lady! God's grace, peace & comfort to her husband, children and grandchildren! She was taken too soon!
Bernadine Redmond
July 4, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Starkey family upon the passing of their wife, mom, mother-in-law, grandmother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, friend and confidant. Donna was many things to many people. She had a kind and loving heart. To my dearest friend Donna, I want to say it was a pleasure knowing you. We had many good times together. I'm so happy that I got to say my final goodbye - a time I will keep close to my heart. Farewell my friend until we meet again. Love, Bernie Redmond
The staff of Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home
July 4, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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