Lona Y. Donahue

21!!!

Mommy happy birthday I love you and miss you more and more as these day became years I still cannot bare life without you

Lona,
I was so sad to hear of your passing. I know the pain your loved ones are going through, not having you there with them. (My family layed our father to rest in Feb). I will always have memories of us growing up as young girls in Good Old Mt Airy. You were such a go getter, always knew what you wanted. You were a great person and friend. I wish we would of kept in touch over the years. My heart goes out to your family.

MOM,
I MISS YOU SO MUCH, I CAN'T STAND THE FACT I HAVE TO WAKE UP EVERYDAY AND I CAN'T SEE YOUR FACE OR HEAR YOUR VOICE. IT'S TEARING ME UP, I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD BE LIVING MY LIFE WITH OUT YOU, IM NOT READY FOR THIS, I WISH YOU COULD COME BACK WE NEED YOU SO BAD, MOM YOU ARE THE BEST I LOVE YOU!!!
WHY IS GOD SO MAD AT US? HE TOOK THE ONLY ONE WE HAD!!
I CAN'T WAIT TIL THE DAY I CAN SEE YOU AGAIN I'LL NEVER LET YOU GO MOM PLEASE WATCH OVER US AND BRING US BACK TO YOU!!!!
LOVE YOU MOMMY,
ANNA

anna,i'm so very sorry about your mother.I did not know her well but I could tell she loved you very much .she will be with you,look for the signs,she wont leave you girls alone,be strong for each other ,her love will guide you and carry you through this.. penny and jim

To Lona's mom and family, We were deeply saddened to hear from grandma Barbara about Lona. We would have came to pay our respects had we known. You have our deepest sympathies.

THERESA AND FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSE OF YOUR SISTER LONA, WE HAD A LOT OF GREAT TIMES GROWING UP IN MT. AIRY. I HAVEN'T SEEN LONA IN MANY YEARS BUT IT SOUNDS LIKE SHE WAS A PRETTY WONDERFUL PERSON.
LONA IS IN THE HANDS OF THE LORD, SHE IS YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING OUT FOR YOUR FAMILY.
TO THE CHILDREN OF LONA, YOUR MOTHER WAS GOOD FRIEND TO ME AS WE CHILDREN. I HAVE KNOWN YOUR MOM SINCE GRADE SCHOOL, WE PLAYED FOOTBALL AND OTHER SPORTS TOGETHER, YOU WERE BLESSED TO HAVE SUCH A SPECIAL MOTHER. SHE IS LOOKING DOWN FROM THE HEAVENS AND SMILING AT THE WONDERFUL THINGS SHE KNOWS YOU ALL CAN DO WITH YOUR LIFES. DOBN'T LET THE MEMORIES YOU MADE TOGETHER FADE, REMEMBER HER FACE WITH A SMILE.

GOD BLESS

Donahue/Fuller Family

The Day God Called Lona Home
God looked around his garden an d found an empt space then he looked down upon Earth and seen Lona's tierd face He put his arms around her and lifted her to rest God's Garden must be beautiful for he onl takes the bestit broke our hearts to lose Lona but she didn't go alone for part of all of us went with Lona the da God called her Home .

May God Bless you at this time of sorrow just know she would want all of you too be strong !!!

Dear Donahue family,

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great parent and really cared about you guys. My thoughts are with you all.

Fernando Fuentes

Teresa and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your sister Lona. You are in my thoughts everyday.
Please let me know if you need anything. Try to stay strong and take care of yourself. You are in good hands. Your family is full of so much love.
Mary(my mom) also wants you to know she has all of you in her thoughts and would be there today but she is in the hospital.

Anna, Amber, Erica, & Elizabeth ...

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. When I read it in the paper I couldn't even believe it. I can't even imagine how you all must feel. But I know you will be okay because all of you are strong women, just like your mother was. She was a great lady & she will not be forgotten. Take care of each other! R.I.P LONA!

- Karleigh & Karissa

P.S. - Congrats on the baby Anna! I know she is beautiful!

To the Donahue family,
We are very sorry for your loss, and our hearts and condolences go out to the family.

My condolences to the Donahue (Fuller) Family, Lona was a very beautiful girl, I lost touch with her and missed her for years, I,ll never forget the good times we had,and i know in my heart that there will be more good times in heaven.

Anna Amber Erica and Elizabeth,

I am so sorry for your loss Lona will be deeply missed by many she was such a caring and awesome women she touched alot of peoples lives including mine and my families Ive known you guys for so long and our deepest sympathys and thoughts go out to you

Abbie Kelly Sharon and Chase

Rest In Peace Lona Donahue

Dian, I am so sorry to read about Lona. You may not remember me, but I lived next door to you on Maple in St Paul. Barb and Chuck's daughter. My condolences to Lona's children, husband and the rest of your family.

Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your entire family.

May thoughts
of all your mother meant -
Of love she gave,
of good times spent -
Bring you peace
and comfort, too,
And keep your mother
close to you.

With Deepest Sympathy

The Donahue Family,
It seems like just yesterday when all of us girl thought we were so cool spying on the next door neighboors and when we got busted we went flying around the block and your mom thought it was so funny how scared we were! Its memories like that, is what is going to keep your moms spirit alive. She was like a mom to me when I was younger and you girls were like my sisters too! I miss you all and I hope you know to call me! She will be missed!!!

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Words can not say how sorry I am to hear about Lona. She was a wonderful person and meant alot to everyone. She always made me feel welcome in her home. I remember when I was about 11 I sent out flyers to babysit (baby sitting club) with my friend Melissa Bolle after handing out what seemed like hundreds of flyers she was the only one to call us back. I started watching you right away and hung out with you and got to watch you grow. It has been about 13 years since I have seen most of you and was shocked when I seen you on the news. You are a strong family and have alot of wonderful peole around you to help you with this hard time. My prayers and thoughts are always with you!

MOM,

I love you and miss you more and more each day, i wish you could be here to laugh with and just to bug you 30 times a day!!!!! I'm trying to be strong and keep the girls together,when i look at them i see nothing but you!!! your beautiful and i could never stop thinking about you!!! oh yeah i saw your baby pic and you look just like Ais with red hair lol!!!!! Love you mom!!!!

I just wanted to send my love to the family of Lona Donahue, She was a sweet woman with a big heart. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you girls.

Lil John

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Erica, Anna, Amber, Elizabeth,
My heart aches for you girls, I know first hand the pain you are feeling.
Your mom was a super mom. She was there for you in everything that you do. She was the kindest and most loving person I have ever met.
She loved you girls more than life itself.
I see all of her traits in each one of you, this is how I know you will make it through this. I wish I could give you an answer to why this had to happen, but I can't.
I can only tell you that I will be there for whatever you need and I love you with all my heart.

Biz and Family,

Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lona was fun and supportive and we had lots of fun with you guys at all the softball games and tourneys. Your East Side friends are here for you now and forever. We are all better people for knowing your mom.

The Moriarty Girls -- Hayden Heights Softball

Words are so inadequate at a time like this. We are so very sorry about your Mom. She was a special lady and we always enjoyed seeing her smiling face come into the Credit Union. She was always so proud of all of you when she talked about you. She will be missed greatly. May God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow that you feel.

Our deepest sympathies from your friends at the Credit Union
Jim, Kay and Mary

My deepest sympathy to all you girls. You had a wonderful beautiful mom inside and out. But you know now you have another angel watching over you, The good lord must have needed a soccer mom in heaven. I love you girls, take care.
If you ever need anything, just call me. 254-630-6545
Love, Uncle Mike Renteria

We are all deeply sorry for your loss. For some of us we grew up with your mother. Some of us new her briefly and some were really good friends with her. It is so unbelievable how short life really can be. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

To the Daughters of Lona,
My Heart and Prayers go out to you all. I pray that the Lord gives you comfort and Strength in this difficult time and all your days to come. Your mom may be gone but her spirit will always live on and be with you all in everything you do.

To Those Whom I Love
And Those Who Love Me

When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do
You must not tie yourself to me with tears
Be happy that I have had so many years
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness
I thankyou for the love each have shown
But now it is time I travelled on alone
So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust
It is only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories in your heart
I will not be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come
Though you cannot see or touch me, I will be near
And if you listen with your heart, you will hear
All of my love around you soft and clear Then, when you must come this way alone
I will greet you with a smile and welcome you home.

July 10, 2008

I am deeply sorry to all you girls. She was a great friend and wonderful mother she will be deeply missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all. Theresa Harhigh, Adrian, Amanda & Stormie Gysbers
Theresa Harhigh (Landfall, MN)

I just wanted to say how very sorry I am. My heart breaks for you all and I know that your mom will be greatly missed. Losing your mom is so great a loss, and at such a young age, even greater. Please know that my heart is with you.

Marcie- Joseph's Cousin

I am deeply sorry to all you girls. She was a great friend and will be deeply missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all. Theresa Harhigh, Adrian, Amanda & Stormie Gysbers

To The Donahue Kids,

There are no words that can describe what you are feeling. And my heart goes out to all of you.

Yes your mom was super mom, I thought I could do it all but she out did me.

I am there if you ever need to talk or a shoulder to cry on.

cherish the memories that are there and remember that your mom will always be in your hearts.

I Love You All!
Kathy