Donna J. Andres

Donna J. Andres

Donna Andres Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Askins Cremation Funeral Services on Oct. 22, 2025.

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Donna J. (Nye) Dolan Andres passed away at the age of 74, following a short battle with cancer. Born on April 20, 1946, she was the wife of the late John Andres.

In addition to her husband, Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Shirley (Reisse) Nye; two brothers, Marshall Nye and Craig Nye, and one daughter, Wendy Dolan.

She is survived by two brothers, Randy Nye (Bonnie) and Keith Nye; two sons, Patrick Dolan (Lori) and Dale Dolan (Missy); nine grandchildren; several great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a special Caregiver, Linda Perrine.

Donna's favorite joy was being with family and taking car rides.

A Memorial gathering will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Askins Cremation Funeral Services, 8354 Wattsburg Rd., Erie, PA 16509 to help defray funeral expenses.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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