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Dolores Donlon Obituary
She was born January 20th, 1924, during a blizzard at her parent's home in Sheboygan to the late Alvin and Louise (Molitor) Schmidt. She was preceded in death by her husband George Donlon, children Kathleen and Gary, grandson Brandon, sisters Virginia Qualls (Dr. Lilbourn Qualls) and Louise Stieber (GG. Stieber) and brothers Bud/Alvin Schmidt (Johanna) Leo Schmidt (Ruth) and William Schmidt (Charlotte). She is survived by her daughter Carol Donlon, Sheboygan and sons Jonathan (Cindy) Hart, Hales Corners, Mark (Jane) Donlon, David (Kathy) Donlon both of Sheboygan, Michael (Wendy) Donlon, Newton, Christopher (Constance) Donlon, Elkhart Lake, ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dolores graduated Central High school class of 1941, united in married to George Donlon at St. Peter Claver Parish in 1946. She was a long time member, Eucharistic Minister and lector at Immaculate Conception Parish, Sheboygan. Dolores was a proud homemaker and took great pride in raising her family. She was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling to many parts of the world.
Her personal commitment was to assist others in achieving wellbeing in body, mind and spirit. She was the founder and President of New Perspectives, a personal development and consultant agency specializing in group and individual self-growth and wellness maintenance. She was an educator, counselor and certified specialist in the use of Guided Imagery and Music and a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery. A Reiki II practitioner in the healing arts, she brought spiritual and psychological disciplines of her personal and vital focus to holistic health practices through her years of professional and community service.
Ms. Donlon was a charter member of the board of Directors of the Sheboygan Wellness Association, a national and international presenter, she conducted seminars and workshops for Continuing Education programs, presented through the University of Wisconsin, Sheboygan, LTC, Telesis Institute, and life enrichment programs through various community agencies. Ms. Donlon also held a private practice in the field of past life therapy, conducting lectures and seminars for mental and emotional health in wellness programs.
A celebration of Dolores's life will begin at 10:00 am Friday August 28, 2015 with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Immaculate Conception Parish, 1305 Humboldt Ave. Sheboygan. The Reverend Glenn Powers will be the celebrant. Inurrnment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in her name.
The Donlon family would like to extend a special thank you to Christine Sloan, the staff at Golden Living Center and St. Nicholas Hospital Hospice for the care and compassion shown to her.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dolores Donlon
Steve Tupper
September 2, 2015
Dear Christopher and family,
I'm very proud to have been involved with Dolores years back in the Wellness programs. I've also enjoyed working (and playing) with Chris at various projects. Also, Chris' brothers at one time were involved with me at LTC. Kindest Regards To All
Steve and Sarah
Lou Bulebosh
September 1, 2015
We were counterparts on an 8 year spiritual Journey. A special privilege. Dolores was a gifted lady who touched many lives. My condolences to her family.
August 27, 2015
Dolores was a dear friend to me and my children for many years. Her inner light and love were given to all in her presence,and she was always willing to give her all when you needed her comfort.The world is a little darker with her gone, but her light will shine forever in those who loved her. What a privilege to have known her and loved her. Never to be forgotten. Nancy (Sperry) Durdin, Lori and Valerie
Sr. Kristin Quicker
August 26, 2015
Jane and family,
'Keeping you all in prayer. I do remember Dolores very well. She was always so kind and so generous.
In Christ, Sr. Kristin Quicker, OSHJ (Sharon Quicker's daughter from UWS)
Mary Jo Abler
August 26, 2015
Mark, Jane and girls, sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You and your families are in my prayers.
August 25, 2015
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loyal love comfort and help you through this very difficult time.
( Psalms 119:50, 76)
~D. Reynolds
Christine Sloan
August 25, 2015
Dolores was a special lady who touched many lives. To know her was to love her. Her smile would light up a room, & in her eyes you could see a little heaven.
She will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved her.
What we have once enjoyed we can never lose...All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Helen Keller
Robert Derus
August 25, 2015
Sorry for your loss she was a good friend in the neighborhood
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