Janet Marie Donati

Janet Marie (Resnik) Donati, of Latrobe, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5th, with her loving husband by her side. Janet is survived by her devoted husband of 69 years, Richard (Dick) Donati; son Ric (Hope) Donati, Walkersville, MD; grandsons Jason (Caitlin) Donati, Timonium, MD, and Justin Donati (Victor, NY), and great granddaughters Sloane and Emery Donati. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Rose Resnik; brothers Donald (Martha) Resnik and Larry (Sylvia) Resnik; daughter Christi Donati Fischer and granddaughter Marie Donati.

Born July 7, 1937, in Eldersville, PA, she was raised on a farm with her parents and brothers in Eldersville, PA. She is a graduate of Burgettstown High School and received her AA Degree from Westmoreland County Community College in Nursing. Janet worked as a nurse at Latrobe Hospital, Latrobe Pediatric Center, and finally at Greensburg Junior / Senior High School.

She was a founding member of the Latrobe Settlers Club, a member of the Latrobe Women’s Club and enjoyed playing Bridge with her many friends. She was a member of the Latrobe Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir. For many years, Janet was also a volunteer at the Latrobe Hospital “Little Shop”.

The family would like to thank Excela Hospice Care staff, especially Lisa, Amber and Ashley. Likewise, many thanks to the Loyalhanna Care Center staff for their compassionate care.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Frederick Funeral Home, Inc., 1543 Ligonier St., Latrobe, PA 15650. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Unity Chapel, on Friday August 29th at 11:00 am with Rev. Derek Campbell officiating.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Janet are encouraged to send your gift to the Latrobe Presbyterian Church / Choir Department, 428 Main Street, Latrobe, PA 15650. To send condolences, please visit www.FrederickFuneralHome.com.