Cathleen Ann "Cathy Donkin" Shields

Cathleen Ann "Cathy Donkin" Shields obituary

Cathleen Ann "Cathy Donkin" Shields

Cathleen Shields Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wolfe-von Geis Funeral Home, Inc. on Feb. 14, 2026.
Cathleen Ann Shields, nee Donkin, age 68, passed away Friday February 13 after a short battle with multiple cancers. Cathy was preceded in death by her husband, Alan, her daughter Misty Brinker, and her parents George and Jean Donkin. She is survived by her sister, Linda Andrews, brother, Roy Donkin, and multiple nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces. As per Cathy's wishes, there will be no public services. Funeral services are being handled by Wolfe-von Geis Funeral Home, Export PA.

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