Donna M. McBrine

Donna M. McBrine obituary, Medford, MA

Donna M. McBrine

Donna McBrine Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dello Russo Funeral Home - Medford on Jan. 25, 2025.

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Donna M. McBrine, of Medford, passed away on Thursday January, 23rd. She was 69. Born in Cambridge, she was the cherished daughter of the late Robert and Eleanor (Howard) McBrine.
Donna was the devoted mother of Adrianne Zink and her husband John of Peabody, Jared Giraud and his loving partner Brittany Costa of Lowell, and Ryan Giraud and his wife Kaitlin of Wilmington. She was the loving Nana of Ethan Zink, Shea Giraud and Troy Giraud. She was the dear sister of Diane Todisco and her late husband Ricky, Linda McBrine, Carol McBrine, Tricia Pratt and her husband Bobby, Joanne Fatahi and her husband Hasim, and the late Roberta Pilleri and Sharon McBrine. She was the proud Nana of her grand puppies Diesel, Charlie and Molly. Donna is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Donna was a loyal employee to Delta for 45 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main Street, Medford, on Friday, January 31st, from 4 PM to 8 PM, and again on Saturday, February, 1st, at 10 AM followed by a funeral Mass celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 441 Fellsway West, Medford, at 11 AM. Burial will be private.

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Mary Ann Pompeo Hallahan

January 30, 2025

Donna brought sunshine to everyone who was in her presence. We were in High School together and we had a bond. We both loved to laugh and Donna would crack us up. After High School, we danced all night at Yesterdays Club in Kenmore Square, Boston! I always thought Donna could run for Mayor and she´d top the ticket! Rest in Peace Donna! ....... Mary Ann Pompeo Hallahan

Anne Rheault -Yeomans

January 30, 2025

Adrianne , Ryan and Jared .
It's been a very long time since I've seen any of you or your mom .
But , I'm Ryan the girl Yeomans mom . I wanted to let you know I have never forgotten about you guys or your mom. She was a good friend when I needed one . Ryan and I moved back to South Boston and I have never really looked back . I wish I had stayed in touch with your mom but she was always working when I was off . I'll remember her for her great friendship first and foremost.
And you boys for your friendship with Ryan Elizabeth.
I'm still in South Boston and I'm on Facebook if you ever want to share some pictures with me of your mom .
My sincere condolences to you you on a great loss in your life, I know how hard it is after losing my mom at 23 years old . But , she raised 3 tough kids and I know how much y'all miss her .
God Bless You All and May God Bless Donna and she is at peace

Ann McKinnon

January 27, 2025

One of my favorite Memories of Donna was when my Parents were away on April School Vacation and Donna sleeping in my Father´s ( "Big Jim"McKinnon´s ) Bed. Who BTW just happened to be Donna´s Submaster. Donna was a frequent flyer to his office and he just loved her even though he had to pretend to be disappointed and give her detention.
Donna was truly the most naturally gifted comedian. We couldn´t get enough of her in the glass hallway at Medford High and beyond. Eternally grateful for You Donna.
Such a gift to all who had the honor to share life and receive Gods greatest gift through you!!! (Laughter of course)
Check in to "Big Jim´s " Office upon arrival!!
Love you Dear Friend
Annie McKinnon McCormick.

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