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Donna McDermott Obituary

McDermott, Donna (Menendez)

Donna (née Menendez) McDermott, formerly of St. Louis, MO, passed away December 29, 2012 in Binghamton after a brave and courageous battle against cancer. She was a beloved daughter of Mary and the late Vincent Menendez. She is survived by her three children, Gena (James) Gray, Kevin and Jennifer McDermott; grandchildren, Jay Fernandez and Katie Gray; sister, Deborah (John) Rushlow and brother, Vincent Menendez, Jr. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces. She was loved deeply by all who knew her and inspired those around her with her unwavering passion for life. Her family wishes to thank her many nurses, doctors, caregivers and friends who helped and cared for her. Funeral services were private. Memorial donations to the American Cancer Society are appreciated. Arrangements are by the Fischer-Scholder Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Chenango St., Binghamton, NY.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Jan. 15, 2013.

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David Barnauskas

April 13, 2013

Donna. Thanks for all the friendship and kindness you have shown me over all the years that I have known you. I will really miss you.

Noralynn collins

January 16, 2013

Ill miss you Donna you touched many hearts, u were a wonderful friend. Ill always remeber our fun times. Good bye my friend.

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