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Donna Anthony Obituary
Hyde Park - Hyde Park - Donna Marie Anthony, 59, a Hyde Park resident for over thirty years and previously of Millbrook, died Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at St. Francis Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Despite her illness, she never complained.
Donna most recently worked as an office assistant for Dr. Anwar. Previously she was a waitress at Coppola's and Cappuccino's Restaurants in Hyde Park & Poughkeepsie for many years. She and her husband, Al, enjoyed their annual trips to Acapulco, their yard and gardens, and their beloved dogs, Brittany and Rocky.
Born in Westfield, MA on April 29, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Eileen Bowler Gamache.
On January 30, 1982 in Hyde Park, she married Albert S. Anthony. Mr. Anthony predeceased her on February 26, 2008.
She is survived by her sister, Michelle Carwile and husband, John, of SC; step-children: Lawrence Anthony and wife, Lisa, of Hyde Park; Stephen Anthony, and wife JoAnn, of Raleigh, NC.; Laura Anthony of Goose Creek, SC; seven grandchildren, Madison, Jarrett, Paul, Jeffrey, Joshua, Matthew, and Johanna; and nieces and nephews; Jason Carwile and Chelsea Carwile-Lavoie, Jason, Brooke, Mark, Todd, Lisa, and Kimberly Anthony, and Daniel and Brian Gamache; and brothers-in-law Frank Anthony of Romulus, NY, and Lawrence Anthony of Poughkeepsie;
Calling hours will be from 4 to 7 PM on Thursday, September 15, 2011at Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Michael Palazzo at 10 AM on Friday, September 16, 2011, at Regina Coeli Church, Rte. 9, Hyde Park.
Burial will be in the family plot in St. Peter's Cemetery, Poughkeepsie.
Memorial donations may be made the Dutchess County SPCA, 636 Violet Ave., Hyde Park, NY 12538.
To send a condolence or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Aunt Donna will be in your hearts forever <3
Chelsea Lavoie
September 22, 2011
Susan Creelman Wilbur
September 20, 2011
Michelle, Roberta Mansfield told me today of Donna's passing. We spoke of the old days at the town pool and how much fun all our families had. I have fond memories of Donna, and looked up to her when we were young. I am so sad that we haven't stayed in touch, and I am sorry for your loss. My sincerest sympathies to you and all of Donna's family and friends.
Rose Ferrucci
September 14, 2011
I was saddened to read of Donna passing I worked with her many years ago and we became friends sadly over the years we lost contact. she was a great person and always had a kind word for everyone. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Kathleen Decker
September 14, 2011
David and I join all who mourn for Donna, and who celebrate the lovely person she was. We have such wonderful memories of our years on Albertson Street. Donna has continually praised, with love and gratitude, all of her family members and neighbors. She has often spoken of the kindnesses she received. I hope that this note brings a measure of comfort in your time of loss. From our hearts,
Deborah LiVeli
September 14, 2011
Donna was a lovely person. My sincere condolences go out to her family and friends.
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