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Donna Sheehan Obituary

Sheehan, Donna Donna Sheehan, age 67, of West Haven passed away on March 3, 2012. Wife of the late Arthur P. Sheehan. Born in Kittanning, Pennsylvania daughter of the late Frank and Rose Peterson. She is survived by her daughters Cristin Sheehan of West Hartford and Erin Sheehan of Milford, her sister Linda Massari of PA, her nephews John and Anthony (Amy) Massari, her great niece and several great nephews. Donna was currently working for Nancy Larson Publishing as an Education Consultant. She was a first grade teacher for Molloy School until her retirement in 2005, which is the same year she was named "Teacher of the Year". An active parishioner of Our Lady of Victory Church. She was involved with many organizations, including the parish social ministry committee and the bereavement group. The hours for visitation will be TUESDAY from 4-8pm at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Her funeral procession will leave the funeral home Wednesday morning at 10:30, for a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Victory Church at 11am. Entombment will follow in St. Lawrence Garden Mausoleum. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Smilow Cancer Hospital for all of their compassion and care thought out her treatment. The family would also like to acknowledge the outstanding nursing staff at Smilow's 1st floor Infusion Room and the 12th floor; and Connecticut Hospice. Donations may be made in Donna's name to either Smilow Cancer Hospital c/o Office of Development PO Box 1849 New Haven, CT 06508 or the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation at www.ibcresearch.org. For online condolences please visit our website at www.westhavenfuneral.com.

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Published by the New Haven Register from Mar. 4 to Mar. 5, 2012.

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Scott Silver

March 11, 2012

Cristin and Erin:

So sorry to hear aboout your mom,. She had a long battle through which she always kept a courageous smile. My thoughts are with both of you

Michelle Foley

March 7, 2012

For Aunt Donna & Uncle Art,
Together again ...

Melanie Mount

March 6, 2012

Erin:

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Deana Kreitler

March 6, 2012

Erin & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss...My heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies

Michelle Foley

March 6, 2012

For Aunt Donna, & Uncle Art,
Together again...

Michelle Foley

March 5, 2012

Dear Cristin & Erin,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. Condolences to you and the rest of your family.
Michelle

Sharon Passmore

March 5, 2012

In memory

Sharon Passmore

March 5, 2012

Dear Cristin and Erin,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. Deepest Sympathies to you both, Sharon

Patti & Tony Grant

March 5, 2012

Cristin & Erin,

We are so sorry to hear about your mom. Although it's been a while since we've seen her we have & will always cherish the fond memories we've shared with her and your family through the years.
She was a wonderful woman and the best next door neighbor anyone could want.

Peace,Love & Prayers

Byron Branning

March 5, 2012

Erin and family - I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time...Byron

March 5, 2012

Cristen and Erin......I am so very sorry about your Mom......I have so many memories of her from a long time ago....we will not be able to attend the services, but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers......Sue and Russ Kniehl

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