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Donna Michaelson Obituary

MICHAELSON, DONNA LYNN, passed away peacefully on Sept. 17, 2005, in Frankfort, Kentucky. She was born on Feb. 4, 1953, in Miami, FL., and lived at the Stewart Home School in Frankfort for the past six years. She was the most precious daughter of Bunny and Allan Michaelson, and the sister to "Howie" whom she adored. She will be remembered as a sweet, gentle and loving young woman, who had her Dad's sense of humor loved lots of jewelry and her Mom's spaghetti and meatballs. She is survived by her parents, Bunny and Allan; her brother, Howard; and sister-n-law, Sheila and her two adorable nephews, Chase and Spencer. She also leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, and great cousins, who all loved her and will miss her so much. She will be very missed by her long time boyfriend, Bill Wiggs, who loved her so very much and would do anything in the world for her. We wish to thank the staff at Stewart Home School, a Residential School for the Handicapped, for all their love and support of Donna over the years. In memory of Donna, please make donations to the Donna Michaelson Memorial Fund c/o Stewart Home School, 4200 Lawrenceburg Road, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601, or Dysautonomia Foundation, Inc., 315 West 39th Street, Suite#701, New York, N.Y. 10018. Funeral services to be held on Thursday, Sept. 22nd, 2005 at 11 AM at LEVITT-WEINSTEIN MT. NEBO - KENDALL CHAPEL 5900 SW 77 Ave. Miami (954)274-0641 To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by The Sun Herald on Sep. 21, 2005.

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Babs and Lenny Parker

September 30, 2005

Dear Old Friends,

We remember all the nice things about Donna. In the group of 23 boys and 1 girl it was quite a special scene.She always had a smile, and was kind and gentle.



You are in our hearts and our thoughts.



Babs and Lenny

Theresa Garcia

September 25, 2005

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Michaelson,
I want to express my deepest sorrow for your great loss. My relationship with Donna was short.However, the Love you had for your daughter was very bright to me,as well to many other people. Cherish the memories, for those will last forever.

Tammy Blau

September 25, 2005

Dr. Michaelson and Bunny,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Donna was a very special young lady and she'll be missed by all at Stewart Home School. Thank you for allowing us to share in Donna's life. She has touched each of us in different ways.

Evie Brezo

September 24, 2005

Dear Bunny and Dr M: Ellie called me this morning to tell me about Donna's passing. I am sorry for both of you and Howard. I pray the pain gets less in time. I often think of you all and wonder how things are. I pray Donna did not suffer and know she is with God now.I will always remember you all. If you are ever in Colorado come to see us. Phone 303-987-3469 Love, Evie

Ellie Oro

September 23, 2005

Dearest Bunny and Dr. M.,

Ruben and I were very sadden to read the notice of Donna's passing. We have not seen each other in many years but we still remember you fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both in this difficult time.

Bobbi Lubin

September 23, 2005

Dearest Bunny, Alan and Howard,

I am so terribly sorry to hear of Donna's passing. Your all in my thoughts and prayers.

With all my love, Bobbi

Jo-Anne Stern & Bill Lopatin

September 23, 2005

Dear Bunny, Allen & Howard,

Bill & I were saddened to learn of Donna's passing. I know we haven't been in touch through the years but I think of you often especially when going through old family pictures. I have fond memories of family times together. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all. Donna was blessed to have such a loving and caring family always and now she'll be in great company, too!

Fondly,

Anne Pallot

September 22, 2005

Dear Bunny and Allen:

I am sure our Alan will be there

to welcome Donna in her new life.

Our love and prayers are with you

this very difficult day. God bless

you and give you the strength you

will need.

Love, Anne & Norman Pallot

Ellen Zwingli

September 22, 2005

I feel so privileged to have known Donna. I love her and will miss her more than I can say. She was such a beautiful person, and her warmth, sense of humor and smile were contagious and so very special. My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to her dear and adoring family, and to all the others who love her so much. She truly touched the hearts and souls of everyone she knew and met, and she will remain within all of us always.

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