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for Donna Mills
Ang
September 2, 2024
Gone too long but never far away . You live in our hearts daily. DMJ always
Rodney Klees
June 2, 2023
I grew up down the street on Heath St in Milpitas , Donna was a classmate at Spangler, Thomas Russell and MHS, seen her years later at a Bon Jovi concert at Sap center, I too lost my wife to cancer at age 48, she was half japanese as well, My heartfelt prayers to entire family, Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Bevin, Bratz and Chunk
September 4, 2013
Donna Momma- it doesn't seem possible that we have all been without you for a year. Not a moment has passed that we haven't thought of your beautiful smile and loving heart. You are so greatly missed by myself and my girls... Until we can hug you again- we love you!!
Karole Williams
September 3, 2013
One year ago today you were taken away. We miss you every minute of every day. Rest in peace my beautiful friend. Until we meet again.
Vicki Carcare
September 21, 2012
Remembering times when we worked together so many years ago at Carl's Jr ... heartbroken for your family and friends who love you so dearly. God bless them as they learn to live this life without you. Rest peacefully, Donna.
Candy Lownsbery
September 17, 2012
Dear Mori & Mills Families -- I am so sorry to hear this about Donna. I'm trying to think of what I can say that hasn't been said.... What an incredible person she was and I truly believe her spirit will continue to live on in many, many hearts. It has been over 25 years since I have seen/worked with her, however I still remember that wonderful laugh of hers that would create such a nice feeling all around... it was like magic! I will always be grateful to her as she helped me to learn how to not take ourselves so seriously and enjoy our lives more. She had told me she learned that when she had such a serious illness early in her life. She was an incredible teacher about happiness, love, and encouraging everyone to not forget to spend some time just having fun!
I hope you will find comfort during this very challenging time of loss.
Troy LaVigne Hernandez
September 17, 2012
Donna will forever be remembered! My deepest condolences to her family and all who have been saddened by her passing!
Machael Budenbender
September 16, 2012
So sorry to the family for their loss. Donna is a beautiful person with a kind spirit. May she be at peace.
Eglin Ayson, MHS Class of 1978
September 16, 2012
May Donna's memory and the legacy she leaves behind continue to be honored by those whose lives she's brightened up, just as I pray she brighten's up heaven even now.
Chery McIntyre
September 16, 2012
Donna, I will never forget you my MHS friend. Keep on smiling like I always remembered you. :)
Victor Villanueva
September 15, 2012
My condolances to the family and friends of Donna Mori Mills. Cherish all of your memories.
Audrey Jimenez
September 15, 2012
May she rest in peace!
September 15, 2012
To my wonderful cousins. My love and sympathy. Loving thoughts of Donna in the few times she came down to Hawaii. We talked of plans to visit Wine country ...someday. Love from Hawaii
Maile Kimura (Sachiko Kimura (Kamioka) daughter.
Heidi Anderson
September 15, 2012
My happiest and most fun memories of my early years with the City of San Jose all involve Donna. We all benefitted from everything she touched, she made it so special. I loved to hear her laugh. My thoughts go back to parties we planned, after work at the Trolley Cafe and Bini's, her wedding to Michael, her 30th birthday at their first home on Hamilton Avenue and to the last time I saw her at Maggiano's surrounded by all of her dear friends. My heart goes out to them and her wonderful family. Until we meet again, my friend.
September 15, 2012
Rest in peace Donna! Another one of are Angels from MHS! you will be remembered
Terri Johnson-Ramirez
September 15, 2012
I am very sad to hear of Donna's passing. I looked up to her during our time at Milpitas High, she was always kind. My condolences to the family, especially to my classmate Kirk. I wish I'd known she was living here in Morgan Hill, it would have been nice to know her as an adult.
Raylene Khan
September 14, 2012
Cheer us on from heaven Donna
Andy & Patty Peabody
September 14, 2012
Mike and girls, words, I'm sure cannot express or make up for the loss you feel. Donna was a bright spot for all of us at every event she attended. Her friends, (and yours), will forever be unable to fill the empty hole left by her untimely passing. However a whole town and more are with you and willing to help you and the girls if there is anything we can do, surely a testament to the energy her life embodied and still represents. Donna made a positive impression on everyone she met and we will all miss her terribly. Take care, our love and thoughts are with you at this time and beyond.
Bob and Paula Hendry
September 13, 2012
We are so saddened to hear of losing Donna. We wish Mike and the girls peace and comfort through this difficult time.
Frank Tenedora
September 13, 2012
I was saddened to hear of Donna's passing. She was truly one of a kind....she will be missed. My thoughts are with the family...,God bless.
Kathie Carter (Eastus_
September 13, 2012
Donna's smile could be seen all the way across MHS campus. She had such a sincere heart and personality. We have surely lost one of our very best from the MHS family.
cheryl kaelber. kuykendall
September 12, 2012
Donna you will truely missed thankyou for being a great high school friend God bless your family you left behind. Rest with Jesus Donna
September 12, 2012
Donna, you were taken too soon! I pray for inner peace for your living family, friends and all who knew you. I know you will be missed.
Patti Romero Kaleel MHS school mate
Sacramento, Ca.
Minna Dampier
September 11, 2012
Donna, you were an amazing, loving, caring, energetic and extraordinary woman. All the lives and hearts you have touched are so lucky to have known you and experienced your spirit. I know your vibrant soul is still here with us and in our hearts. Every kind word I hear, every kind gesture I see, I am reminded of you. My heartfelt prayers to Mike, Nat, Mel, Rachel and her family, NCE coaches, and NCE families. But Donna, my friend, I will not be saying goodbye nor farewell......because I will see you again one day, my sweet friend.
Patty Andrade
September 11, 2012
Donna, you will be missed will never forget you. My prays are for the family and friends at this very sad time.
Lance Uyeda
September 10, 2012
It was people like you that made Project Crackdown the program that dealt with Neighbor Deterioration and led the way to empowering people to preserve their places where they live. You are a special person whose love of people and doing things to help make their lives better. Please take time to rest after your lifetime of work for others. I am honored to have known you and worked side by side with you. You will never be forgotten for the kindnesses that came from you for others.
Bevin Clark
September 10, 2012
Donna Momma - Your dedication to your family, friends and those around you is a legacy that will never be lost. You are an inspiration to everyone. You smile could light up a room and your hug could warm the hearts of everyone. Thank you for all that you gave my daughter and my family. We will forever care for Mike, Mel, Nat and Rachel. May you rest in peace my sweet friend. I love you and will miss you deeply.
Karole Williams
September 10, 2012
"Donna Momma," I had the honor and priveledge of calling you my friend. Your ready smile, your laughter, your quick wit, your crazy sense of humor, and your incredible dedication to kids will forever stay in my heart. You always made me feel so loved and appreciated. My heart goes out to Mike, Mel, Nat, your respective families, Rachel and family, and all who loved her. We will all take care of each other in the way you took care of so many. I am a better person for having known you and I will miss you forever.
The infamous Nor Cal Elite
"Grandma Juicy"
Jim Norman
September 9, 2012
To Donna's family: I remember her smile so well. She was a life inspiration for all that came into contact with her. I believed she was a life source from above. I was one of the Deputy Directors for part of her time with the City of San Jose. I guess I have to say i am shocked. She has not disappeared. She is but a thought away. I will think of her smile to bring her back.
September 9, 2012
I'm taken aback and saddened to hear of her loss. Yes, Donna is everything described in her obituary. She was a light for us as well at Norcal. We will miss her, our deepest condolences to the Mill's family.
Lisa & Simone Quandt, San Jose
Mary Marshall
September 9, 2012
Donna's smile will always be remembered!! My deepest condolences.
Kathy LeBleu
September 9, 2012
Rest in peace...you will be missed by so many. Your bright smile and positive energy was such a gift!
Larry Townsend
September 8, 2012
Donna was such a beautiful person and special aquaintance for many years as a coworker in the City of San Jose. Any time we would run into her at any function she would make you smile with her delightful persolity She is missed.
Denise & TOm Wong
September 8, 2012
Donna,
Tom & I will always remember yiur kidness, smile and hospitality ,you were loved by so many your time on earth came to a end way to early rest in peace beautiful lady rest in peace
Pauline & Fred Nichols
September 8, 2012
We were so saddened to hear about Donna's death. We both worked with her at the City of San Jose and we will always remember her perky personality and the wonderful smile she had for everyone she met. We send our deepest sympathy to her family.
Richard McIntosh
September 8, 2012
Donna was one of those rare people that never let anything get her down and projected a positive and happy look at life. She lifted people up.
Paul Bledsoe
September 8, 2012
Donna was a wonderful friend. It was my honor to have Donna as my date at my Senior Prom. She was a very special lady. I am very sad today. My deepest sympathies go to her family. I know they were the joy of her life.
Angie Tolliver
September 8, 2012
Your light will shine in every child that passes through Nor Cal Elite's doors. You loved endlessly and unconditionally. You will forever be missed but never forgotten. Love you "Momma"
ken taylor
September 8, 2012
You where a large part of people's lives
And will be missed God Bless
Patricia Gardner
September 8, 2012
Good Bless Donna and her family. May she always know she was loved by the extended Cheer Family.
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