Donna Forsythe Obituary
Donna J. Forsythe 86 of Carroll, Ohio passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the Pickering House. She was born on September 13, 1939 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Pearl and Dorothy Keller. She was a graduate of Lancaster High School Class of 1958.
Donna was a member of the Lancaster Order of Eastern Star. She loved to play Bingo, Yahtzee and draw. Donna was a avid supporter of the Fairfield County Humane Society and loved her animals and the beautiful Florida sunshine while she lived there.
She is survived by her children, Mark (Mary) McGee of Carroll and Penny (Chris) Hollett of Lancaster; step-son, Scott Forsythe of Lancaster; daughters-in-law, Linda Forsythe of Lancaster and Susan McGee of Canton; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sister, Carol Craft of Lancaster.
Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry B. Forsythe of 44 years, son, Mike McGee, daughter-in-law, Lori McGee, step-son, Dr. S. Michael Forsythe and her parents.
A private graveside will be held at Floral Hills Memory Gardens with Pastor Rob Reed officiating. Cremation has taken place.
Memorial gifts may b given to Fairhope Hospice, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130 in her memory.
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