Christopher Donai

Christopher Donai was born on July 4, 1969, in Saint Lucia, where he was raised and deeply rooted in family, culture, and strong values. He later moved to the United States beginning a new chapter of his life filled with purpose, hard work, and determination. He later relocated to Syracuse where he continued to build not only his career, but a lasting legacy.
Christopher was a loving, caring, and hardworking man who cherished his family above all else. He had a special gift for bringing people together and found his greatest joy in family gatherings. Holidays held a special place in his heart whether Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any occasions he always made it a point to call ahead to ensure that the family would come together in some way.
A skilled and proud carpenter, Christopher took great pride in his craftsmanship. His work could be seen throughout Syracuse, where he was known for his dedication, attention to detail, and strong work ethic. He believed in doing things the right way and leaving behind work he could be proud of. Christopher was loved by many and had a positive impact on the lives of everyone he encountered. He was a joy to be around, bringing warmth, laughter, and life into any room. His presence was comforting, his spirit uplifting, and his love genuine.
Above all, Christopher was a devoted father and a proud papa to his two grandsons, whom he adored deeply. He came to the United States with a vision and succeeded in building generational wealth and stability for his daughters legacy of love, sacrifice, and perseverance.
Christopher Donai will be deeply missed, but his memory, values, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
TO: THE ANNOUNCER.
Our hearts are heavy as we share the news of the passing of our beloved, Christopher Donai, cherished father, brother, uncle and friend, he departed this life at the age of 56. He was formally from Rock Hall Castries and at the time of his death, he resided at Syracuse, NY. He passed away at his home early hours of Thursday 1 January 2026. He was predeceased by his Mother Louisiana Donai also known as Ireda Father Linus Donai better known as French Brother, Guy Donai.
Leaves to morn: - 3 Daughters: Yanika Betsey- of Syracuse NY Chantal Donaii of Syracuse NY Danaliya Donai of Syracuse NY
Two grandchildren: - Isaiah Donaii-Betsey of Syracuse NY Elijah Betsey of Syracuse NY Son in Law: - John Betsey of Syracuse NY
The mother of his two oldest daughters: - Mary Lisa Leonce
The mother of his younger daughter: - Latavia Lyons of Syracuse NY
3 Sisters: - Solange, Mary Maximin better known as Mary Leris of La-Croix, residing in Canada Francillia Severin of Reduit Castries Gloria Donaii of Long Island NY
7 Brothers: - Francois Joseph of Florida Manuel Donai better known as Earl of Hartford Connecticut Titus St. Rose better known as Met-Caye of La-Toc Road Kingsmill Donai of Syracuse New York Eustacius Donai of Syracuse New York Livingstone Donai better known as Stone of Syracuse New York Clinton Donai of Carellie, Castries. Director of Customized Interiors Inc.
Sisters in law: - Janet Joseph, better known as Rose of Florida Beverly Donai of Syracuse New York Venice Armstrong-Donai of Carellie, Castries.
Nephews: - Adriel Donai of Syracuse US Denver Louis of Philadelphia Andrew Joseph of Manchester Connecticut Garvin Donai, medical student in Cuba Darren Donai student at UWI Jamaica Clendon Donai of St. Lucia Kervaughn Donai of Alabama Manuel Donai Jr. of Washington DC Collin Donai of Fond Assau Tiler James of Riverside Road Castries Jermal Joseph of England Christophe Severin of Martinique
Nieces: - Stonette Donai-Ellington of Texas Dr. Andrea Joseph-Ma-Catty of Nashville Tennessee Kerry Donai of Virginia US Lexie Joseph of Florida Sarah Henry of Canada Claudia Louis-Flood of Cas-En-Bas Gros Islet, Nancy Leris of Canada Cleria Leris of Bois'de Orange, Verlyn Jn. Marie of Bexon Kadie Jn. Marie of La-Clery Paulie of England Adela Henry of Ciceron Fania Severin of Norway Fiona Severin of Monier. Hermain Donai of Garvy Street Vieux Fort
Many grands nieces and nephews.
Also left to mourn:
His aunt: Frances Florenville and family of Babonneau, Hartford Connecticut and New York.
Family: - Jacinta Hunt better known as Dedes and family of Bisee Hunt family and Henry family of Hartford Connecticut The Regis family of Castries & London England The Adonai family of Soufriere The Leonce family of Rock Hall and the USA Many close friends of Rock Hall and the USA too numerous to mention.
The cortège of the late Christopher Donai will be viewed from 10:00 am on Sunday 25th January 2026 at Mount Carmel SDA in Syracuse NY and the service begins at 12:00 pm