Cynthia Dona Obituary
Born May 19, 1954 in Pontiac to Maynard and Wilma.
Beloved wife of Robert "Bob" Dona.
Loving mother of Kevin Dona (Lynn) and Susan Franklin (Nate).
Doting grandmother of Keith (Kayleigh), Bridgette, Peggie, and Gretchen Franklin and great grandmother of Graeme and Christian.
Cherished sister of Lori Shepherd (John).
Devoted aunt of Kerry Shepherd, Jenna Lindsey (John), and great aunt of Peyton Shepherd and Emma Lindsey.
Dear niece of Mary Ann Moore.
She was preceded in death by her parents and nephew, John Shepherd.
Memorial service will be held on Monday, April 14, at 12PM with luncheon to follow at Birmingham First United Methodist Church 1589 West Maple Road, Birmingham. Visitation at the church begins at 11AM.
Memorial tributes suggested to MICAH 6 Community or American Cancer Society.
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