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Donna W. O'Donnell
1945 - 2025
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1945
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2025
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Donna O'Donnell Obituary
April 6, 1945 - October 30, 2025
QUEENSBURY- Donna W. O'Donnell, 80, of Cedarwood Drive, passed away Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, at her daughter's home in Rexford, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on April 6, 1945, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Don and Cora (Southard) Whitcomb.
Donna graduated from Lake George High School in 1963 and from Adirondack Community College in 1966 with an associated degree in liberal arts.
She married Douglas M. O'Donnell on July 23, 1966 in Grafton, NH and the couple resided for many years in Randolph, NY and then lived in Corinth, NY for 40 years. Currently they have been residing in Queensbury.
Donna was employed as a children's librarian at the Corinth Free Library for many years.
She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church of Corinth and sang in the church choir for many years. She also volunteered with Meals on Wheels in Corinth.
Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her TWIN brother, Tom Whitcomb; and her step-mother, June Whitcomb.
Survivors besides her husband of 59 years, Douglas O'Donnell of Queensbury include three children, Shamus O'Donnell (Dianne) of West Glenville, Kelley Amin (Pi) of Rexford, Brendon O'Donnell (Cassandra) of Queensbury; five grandchildren, Piper, Jamis, Gannon, Paige, and Brooke; two brothers, Duff Whitcomb (Christine) of South Corinth, and Nick Taylor of the Philippines; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7th, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church, 243 Main St., Corinth, followed by a service at 6 p.m., also at the church.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Community Hospice of Saratoga and also the nurses and providers at Ellis Medicine and Sunnyview Rehab for their kindness and compassionate care given to Donna during her illness. Special thanks to Jodie Archambault, who cared for Donna at home during her final days.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations in Donna's memory be made to the Corinth Free Library, 89 Main St., Corinth, NY 12822.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Densmore Funeral Home, Inc., 7 Sherman Avenue, Corinth, NY 12822.
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Phyllis Hudson
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I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. Donna was in my Water Workout Class at The Glens Falls YMCA for many years! Donna was always up for a lot of laughs and fun! At times, as the instructor, Donna with the others ganging up on me with the beach balls trying to bean me for 20 points and getting me with squirt guns! Donna had some crazy hats for hat days and customs for Halloweens. She was very involved with our Christmas lunches and so many more monthly luncheons! I will always remember that smile!
Thinking of all Donna's family at this time.
Bob Boothby
November 4, 2025
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family Doug So many special memories especialy ACC and the Moriah days. God Bless
Kay Gray
November 4, 2025
I´m so sorry to read about Donna´s passing. She did the water work outs with me at the Y. Donna was so much fun. We teased each other about our birthdays. We even had a birthday get together when we reached 75. I´ll always remember her smile and laughter. God bless you Donna.
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