Donna Jean Munch, age 64, of Cranesville, passed away unexpectedly on September 4, 2025, at Penn Highlands Dubois Hospital, as a result of a horseback riding accident in Kelly Pines, Marionville, PA.
She was born on April 12, 1961, in Erie, PA, the daughter of the late Donald and Kathleen Bleil Perry
Donna graduated from Fairview High School in 1979. She worked as a meat manager at Tops Market since 1996. She enjoyed horseback riding, camping and kayaking. She loved the outdoors and spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her sons, Jason Munch and Ryan Munch and his wife Kristen; six grandchildren, Tyler, Brooke, Owen, Madison, Henry and Harper; a sister, Becky Shick; a brother, Don Perry; her former husband, William “Billy” Munch; two nephews, Donnie and Eddie; a niece, Cassie; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call at Burton Funeral Home, 525 Main Street East, Girard, on Monday September 8, 2025, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm and are invited to attend funeral services there on Tuesday at 11:00am with Pastor William E. Hastings officiating.
Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Send condolences at www.BurtonQuinnScott.com.
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525 Main Street E, Girard, PA 16417

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