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Donnalee E. Grant Bennett

Donnalee Bennett Obituary

Donnalee E. (Grant) Bennett, 65
STANDISH -- Donnalee E. (Grant) Bennett, 65, of Standish, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 at Maine Medical Center. She was born in Portland, a daughter of Joseph 'Buddy' Grant Sr. and Alice (Small) Grant. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother and great- grandmother. Donnalee was a graduate of Casco Bay College and worked many years for the Department of Health and Human Services. She will be remembered as a social butterfly who thrived on spending time with family and friends. Her 'colorful' kindness and thoughtfulness endeared her to the hearts of all she met. She loved her family fiercely and will be sadly missed.
Donnalee was predeceased by her sister Barbara and brothers Michael and Joseph Jr. She is survived by her husband, Martin W. Bennett Sr. of Standish; sons, Martin W. Bennett Jr. and wife Angela of Vasselboro, Steven R. Bennett of Cornish, daughter, Lorna C. (Bennett) Samara and husband Keith of Gorham; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; sisters, Helen Hodgkin, Winifred Durrah and Patricia Southard.
Visiting hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012 at A.T. Hutchins Funeral & Cremation Services, 660 Brighton Ave. Portland, where a funeral service will be held at 11 am on Friday, Dec. 28, 2012. Interment will follow at Forest City Cemetery in South Portland. Please join the family in remembering Donnalee with a potluck social by gathering in the Family Room at A.T. Hutchins following burial. To offer words of condolence and share memories with the family, please go to the obituaries section at www.athutchins.com.
Donnalee E. Bennett

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Dec. 23, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Donnalee Bennett

24 Entries

Gloria Quatrano

January 2, 2013

Miss you auntie Donna love you lots Goodie xox

Bonnie Hayward

December 29, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Doris & Robbie Dorr

December 28, 2012

Aunt Donna, you were a second mom to me growing i spend as much time at your home as i did my own. There are no words to express the loss i feel knowing that you are not here. I know that mom was waiting for you when you arrived and is looking out for you. With sadness in my heart i send you my love now and forever.

Sharon Bragg

December 27, 2012

Donna will be missed by many.

donald small

December 25, 2012

i will sadly miss you my dear cousin.you will be so sadly missed by everyone that knew you

Marie Angel Broad-Michaud

December 25, 2012

Aunt Donna you are going to be sadly missed and loved by your sister Pat and me Angel and the rest of our family. You were a wonderful lady to have in our lives. We all loved seeing you and your smiling face and could never wait to see you again. Now we all know that your that loving Angel watching over us now. We will see you again one of these days until then we will miss and Love you.

Tabitha "Bennett" Lara

December 24, 2012

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

I will miss you Aunt Donna. Give Mom a big hug for me!!!

Heaven's newest angels.

Mara

December 24, 2012

I will always remember your gentle heart and caring soul Donna. You loved me know matter what and always called me your sister and that will never change. I Love you very much and will never forget your beautiful smile. R.I.P my sister I love you very much. Now you are the angel I always knew you were.

Norma curit

December 24, 2012

Our prayers are with you all will always remember the reuions at harveys with you all R.I.P. Donna

Mary Borelli Bean

December 24, 2012

Our mothers hold a very special place in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May your memories of this lovely lady help bring peace to your hearts.

Diane Giusti

December 23, 2012

Prayers of comfort & strength <3

Dorina Cassidy

December 23, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts during this difficult time.

Jennifer Brunner

December 23, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Donna Rae

December 23, 2012

god got another beautiful angel this year. you were taken too suddenly from us. we will miss you always.

Melanie Lessard

December 23, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. Sending my condolences to you all.. May your hearts be mended quickly, and filled with loving memories...

Lorna Samara

December 23, 2012

My mom, My best friend, My hero.
I don't know how I've made it through these past few days without you.
I don't know how I will make it through the rest of my days without you. I love you so much it hurts. I'm going to miss you so terribly much mom.

dotti,aunty donnalee,michele

michele solinko

December 23, 2012

Teri Nugent

December 23, 2012

My heart breaks for the entire Bennett family. For Marty who has lost his wife and soul mate of almost 50 years. For Marty II, Steve & Lorna with the loss of their mother who did in fact love them fiercely.For my son, Steven and the other grandchildren who have lost their Nana. She was my mother in law for a short time, but forever in my heart.