Donna J. Dabashinsky
Donna J. Dabashinsky
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Donna J. Dabashinsky, 86, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, September 25th, at home.
Born in Pottsville on December 22, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Dorothy (Coller) and Isaac Gehrig.
Donna was the widow of John M. Dabashinsky.
After graduating from Pottsville School of Nursing, Donna began her career as a registered nurse at Greenview Nursing Home, where she worked for many years.
She later continued her nursing career in the physical therapy unit at Pottsville Hospital.
Donna is survived by three children: Donna Goetz; John Dabashinsky, husband of Donna; and Kimberly, wife of Keith Wilson; all of Schuylkill Haven.
She is also survived by seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; sisters, Helen Noecker & Eva Buchanan; and her cat, Molly.
In addition to her husband and parents, Donna is preceded in death by a brother, Wilbur Gehrig and a sister, Phyllis Trapani.
A Memorial Service will be held from 1:00- 3:00 PM at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven, on Wednesday, October 1st.
Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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