Donna Wade

Donna Wade obituary, New Brighton, PA

Donna Wade

Donna Wade Obituary

Visit the J & J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc. website to view the full obituary.

Donna Wade, 83, of New Brighton, PA, went home to be with the lord on January 02, 2026, at Heritage Valley, Beaver. She was the daughter of the late Louis and Marguerite (Poulain) Krachinsky.

Donna was a woman whose life was defined by creativity, generosity, and connection. She loved spending time playing cards with friends, crocheting, and decorating, with a special passion for creating beautiful flower arrangements. A natural thoughtful gift giver, Donna found joy in making others feel loved and appreciated. Her warmth and giving spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew her, and she will be remembered for the joy she brought into everyday moments.

Donna is survived by her children, Glenn Wade, Lisa (Eric) Tesch, and Terry (Mike) Veon; sister, Darla Brewer; grandchildren, David Magestro, Mark (Alex) Magestro, Tim (Alyssa) Caplinger, Jason Caplinger; great-grandchildren, Aryanna and Harper Magestro, and nephew Robert Conner.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Glenn Wade; sister, Lucille Conner; and grand-daughter, Jenna Magestro.

Friends and family will be received on Thursday, January 08, 2026, from 4-6 P.M. at J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave New Brighton, PA, 15066. An additional viewing will be held Friday, January 09, 2026, from 10 A.M. until the time of the blessing service at 11 A.M. at J&J Spratt Funeral Home.

Following, a private burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

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

J & J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc.

1612 Third Ave, New Brighton, PA 15066

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