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Portia Boggia Davidson
December 23, 2024
We honor the wonderful Donna Walker Ross this month and know she is in God's Heavenly Paradise! I think of Donna all the time and miss her so much!
She was the most talented, generous, kind and empathetic person on this earth! Love you dearest Donna! Love, Portia Boggia Davidsdon
Mike Robinson
December 23, 2020
My homie co-worker friend, I miss talking and laughing with you. Rest easy, in peace.
LT Roberto Concepcion and Donna working a Coast Guard recruiting event.
Roberto Concepcion
April 25, 2019
I miss you Donna! What an amazing person who left us too soon. I love you and pray we see each other in heaven.
Love,
Roberto
'Boobie & Rossi'
Derrick Walker
September 20, 2016
I would like to take this time out to personally thank all of the people who aided our family during our time of extreme duress. Many of you were so instrumental in the roles that you played in helping my sister's home going to be as smooth and stress-free as possible for our family, as we were not on our "A" game, to say the least, during that period.
I truly want to extend my thanks to everyone from the Coast Guard Admirals and Executive staff, to the Korea crew, and the New York family, and everyone in between who shared a prayer, sent a card, or labored to make our lives just a little bit easier during that time.
I will ALWAYS love and miss my sister, Donna Fatima Walker-Ross!!! To me she was just "Rossi", and it fit, cause it rhymes with BOSSY. She was the eldest, and I the youngest; and she ALWAYS let me know, sometimes not so subtly, that she had 'seniority'. (lolz)
Donna truly loved her family! She might have drug us thru the mud a couple of times, but she NEVER threw us under the bus and for that I commend her because in the times we live in...you rarely find that kind of LOYALTY, even in blood relatives!
I miss our talks and our laughs, our outings and the wisdom that she shared, I especially miss our political conversations. Oh we would get down, because I had no problem reminding her that I did not work for "Coast Guard Diversity", or any other governmental agency so we could go all in, and she would share her concerns, complaints and what she wanted to accomplish.
I just wish she could have hung in here a little longer to see our newest edition to the family (God Willing) due early next year. The God I serve would not take such an Angel, without giving one back to ease our pain.
For all of you who left a notice where you could be contacted up here, I am leaving my e-mail address as contact for you. Please feel free to reach out to me because, like I stated earlier, I didn't work with her, but I love to hear some of her stories at work because I truly know who she was, and what she was capable of.
***The Donna Walker-Ross Diversity and Inclusion Master Game-Changer Award***
Besides...how am I supposed to know when this award is being presented???
Thanks again and may you all continue to be Blessed!
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Michael Ross
September 10, 2016
Love and miss you much!
Michelle Jordan
September 6, 2016
We get so busy with life that we forget to check in with friends or present/past co-workers. I was shocked to hear this summer of the passing of Donna. She was such a beautiful person and I will never forget working with her in our diversity & inclusion efforts at USCG. Rest in Peace, Donna!
Shanna Marshall
January 16, 2016
My heart is very heavy for me to lean just yesterday that she pass was very heart broken Ms. Donna was a great and wonderful women that took me under her wings show me how things and the real world is bring with her has a intern was a pleasure she taught me a lot and I am truly going to miss her very much will always love Ms. Donna Walker-Ross may you rest easy Shanna Marshall ( Washington.DC)
Sue Marcus
January 15, 2016
I am grateful to have shared the light brought by Donna to all who knew her, or even who met her. My connection was through the Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE). Donna was a steadfast supporter of diversity, including indigenous peoples in that mix, always with joy and graciousness. That's what comes to mind when I think of Donna--her graciousness. I am honored that she is, always, a part of my life.
Yours in peace
James Nicholson
January 12, 2016
I am at a loss for words at the passing of my friend Donna. We shared many good talks and laughs during our days as co-workers at the Office of Diversity in Coast Guard Headquarters. Donna was the Workforce Policy advisor and I the Ethnic Policy advisor. Whenever I needed counsel on a subject, she was always there with just the right advice. I will cherish my memories of her.
Sherry Galloway
January 8, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Karra Johnson
January 8, 2016
Sending my condolences to Donna's family and friends during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Donna on several occasions during her time here at the Coast Guard. Any day she called my office or sent me an email was a brighter day! Yes, it was always related to some type of work which needed to be done... However, Donna was the type of person you ENJOYED working with. Her positive attitude was infectious, and I couldn't help smiling while interacting with her. She will be greatly missed by her Coast Guard family.
EDDIE LESANE
January 6, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Donna Walker-Ross. I can truly say God has called one of His Angels home. Things remembered about Donna: She always lit up a room with her smile, always had a positive attitude, always found a way to say, "yes", her passion for ensuring others were recognized for all the good they did, and of course her infectious laugh. I will never forget how she took care of me as a young Junior Officer who had no idea what he was doing. She took me under her wing, mentored me and unselfishly shared her success with me. MS. Donna Walker-Ross, you will be sorely missed and you will always be loved.
Bruce Brown
January 5, 2016
I send my Love appreciation to the family. Donna was a big sister to me and will forever be. All our times we laughed and sometimes cried she always was there for me and my family. Big Sis, I Lpve and nothing can stand in the way of that!
Raul Munoz, Jr
January 5, 2016
Donna, your presence made a difference on so many levels and the entire MAES familia extends our sincere and heartfelt condolences to your family and loved ones. We share their loss and will miss your smile. You touched so many lives and we thank you for all you did to keep America strong.
Linda Beamon Lane
January 5, 2016
To the Family (especially Brother Butch Walker and Sister/Best friend Marilynn Noble) "Let not your heart be troubled". My heart felt condolences go out to you. I know how much Donna loved you both. May your hearts be mended from your great lost. God always knows best and wants the best.
Linda Beamon Lane (Memphis, TN)
Tonya Crowley
January 5, 2016
My prayers and condolences to Donna's family. I met Donna in her role at the US Coast Guard, while I was employed for the DHS Diversity and Inclusion Office. We hit it off right away! Donna always gave me a good laugh! I was shocked and heartbroken to hear of her passing. My continued prayers for her family during this time of transition. She was a sweet spirit!
Kenlinishia Tyler
January 5, 2016
Donna, I was so heart broken to hear of your passing. My heart goes out to the family. ..my sincere condolences. You will truly be missed here at Coast Guard. RIP Donna!
Gail Jackson
January 4, 2016
Donna was truly a very loving and caring person; she was a person you could go to when things needed to get done right; this is truly a sad time for all who knew Donna.
Mary Fuata
January 3, 2016
To Donna's family and freinds; I am heartbroken to learn that you have left us so soon. I thank you for your kind words when I thought I was dealing with one of the hardest times in my life. I thank you for the nights out with the girls enjoying great music and dinner with freinds. I will miss you dearly for you were such a beautiful person inside and out.Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. - May god bless your family with knowing you were truly loved by many.
Vanessa Lang
January 3, 2016
Your beautiful smile and vibrant personality will be missed. RIP Ms. Donna
Keith Spann
January 3, 2016
You've earned your reward. A great mentor. Thank you for consistently pouring words of encouragement into individuals like myself and many others. God has picked a beautiful flower.
Mitzie Robinson
January 3, 2016
To Donna's family and friends, our deepest condolences. Donna, our hearts are broken. We will miss your smile and giving heart. Thank for always getting us out for Ladies Night!! "Front row is the only way to enjoy a show" in my DWR voice:-) My daughter Monique will always remember your kind words of encouragement as she struggled with life choices. My family will always remember your trip to Boston to make sure my retirement was on point:-) I will always miss you and I love you Donna Walker-Ross. Your are now in the arms of our savior. Rest in peace my love, Rest in peace....
MIKE ROBINSON
January 3, 2016
R.I.P. Donna, I will always miss your smile, friendship, and kind words........we worked on many projects , events, and so many things together. You were a very inspirational influence in my career, and I appreciated everything you've done to enhance my career, my professionalism, and my understanding of leadership. I know that GOD is looking over your soul, and your family..........I'm so sorry that I hadn't spoke to in awhile. Sleep in peace my dearest friend Donna, thanks AGAIN for believing in me, too!!!
Loverna Hohnson
January 3, 2016
This was sad and shocking news. She was a good woman and will be missed. I'm praying for the family
Leslie Freeman
January 3, 2016
She was truly a sweet and nice lady. She will be greatly missed.. RIP Ms Donna..
Brenda Sconiers
January 3, 2016
I was deeply saddened by the news of
Donna passing. May you take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you. With Deepest Sympathy.
Stacey Gow
January 3, 2016
Be at peace now Donna. Thank you for helping me through my loss. You were the one who understood what was really happening and allowed me to grieve. Even though we worked together, we really only met when we ran into each other at the chemo cafe...we became sisters in arms during a battle that hopefully only few share. I will miss you.
January 1, 2016
A memorial tribute to a magnificent woman!!
I am so heartbroken and saddened to hear that my dearest and most wonderful friend Donna Walker Ross who worked at the Headquarters, U.S. Coast Guard died on Dec. 29, 2015. We worked together in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion for 4 years. In fact, she planned and executed my retirement ceremony from the Coast Guard in 2013. Donna served as the Workforce Policy Advisor to the Commandant for Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and was the driving force for all global outreach activities.
Just 3 weeks ago, Donna sent me 3 Christmas decorative lamps as a gift which I will always cherish. We always exchanged birthday and Christmas gifts. I never knew she was suffering with cancer.
Donna was a beautiful woman, inside and out, who was dedicated to her job and especially loved working for the Coast Guard. Everyone loved Donna and she was the "go to" person if you needed to get anything done!
As stated in Philippians 1:3 Thanksgiving and Prayer
"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you"
We love you Donna and know that God is welcoming you to His Paradise in heaven! You're God's special angel! We will miss you so much!
Love,
Portia and Mike Davidson
miss your smile
Robin Vines-Randle
December 30, 2015
WOW...Donna, if only I knew you were leaving I would have said Good-bye. Thank you for believing in me, my dreams and pouring into my life. Every once in awhile you meet an angel, you were that angel to me. Take rest my dearest friend...until we meet again!
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