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2/15/1957
DIED
7/3/2025
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Donna Bonelli Obituary
Donna was a 1978 graduate of Fitch Senior High School and attended Mitchell College for business administration.
She was retired after a long career working in an administrative role at Sonalysts in Waterford. She loved shopping with her daughters and going to breakfast in downtown Mystic, along with gardening, yoga and walking.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph H. Bonelli; her two daughters, Jade Bonelli and Meagan Bonelli Castagna; her sister Julie Ilvento; and her three grandsons, Nathan, Alex and Jah Tee. She was predeceased by her two brothers, James and Rick Ilvento.
There will be a Celebration of Life in her honor from noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 24, at Par 4 Restaurant in Groton.
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17 Entries
David and Patty Roma
July 13, 2025
Joey, We are deeply saddened for you, your daughters and for your entire family that Donna has passed. And we´re so sorry for what she must´ve endured. We´ll always remember Donna as a lovely and sweet person with a beautiful soul. May she rest in peace.
Rob Costello
July 12, 2025
My condolences on your loss. I worked in the same office in New London with Donna for many years. She was always very nice, cheerful and nice to be around. Rest in peace Donna.
Barry Card
July 11, 2025
Joe and family; Sorry to hear about your lose of Donna, it's been a while since I've seen you all but I remember Donna as a very nice and personable person.
Joan Schroeder, Kim and Larry Diess, Laurie and Jim Deveau, Robin and David
July 11, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sheryl Ilvento
July 10, 2025
My condolences to all the family, I was so shocked to hear that she passed. Donna was my cousin although a little older she was always kind and sweet . With thoughts and prayers and love may she REST IN PEACE !! .......Sheryl Ilvento
Cheryl Bucchi
July 10, 2025
Julie , I am so sorry for your loss of Donna . Heaven has a very special Angel and I know she will watch over her friends and family . Hugs and love to all of you . May she rest in peace and comfort . Sincerely , Cheryl (VanMarter) Bucchi
kenneth hart
July 10, 2025
Joe and family, So sorry for your loss She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. RIP
Etta Gay Nelson
July 10, 2025
Joe & Jade - So sad to read about Donna. I have never met anyone with such a kind soul. I know it will be such a loss without her. I always say thankful for memories that always make us smile and allow for us to never forget. Please Joe-be strong. God Bless.
Sharon Tiffany
July 9, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jill Wilson
July 9, 2025
The lights dimmed greatly when our brave beautiful Donna finally surrendered & ascended into angels arms to carry her home. I love my sweetest brave courageous friend more than I can express. Donna will be forever with me, I will miss her everyday more than I can say.
To Joey, Nathan , Alex, Jah Tee,
Jade, Meg & Julie, my heartfelt sympathy & condolences to you, I hold you in my heart knowing your lives will never ever be the same. Donna loved each of you dearly & held on so long because she couldn´t bear to leave you.
Immortality is the good that lives on long after a person is gone. In this light, Donna Bonelli is immortal.
Rest in Peace Beautiful
One. I love you SO much.
June Hagerty
July 9, 2025
So many fun memories at the New London Sonalysts office. My sincere condolences to your family. You've earned your rest.
Janis LaCourse Krotsis
July 9, 2025
Such a beautiful person in so many ways. This hurts my heart.
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July 9, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marian J Buchanan
July 9, 2025
Joe and Julie,
I am so sorry and shocked by your loss of dear sweet Donna.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
I am beyond sad. Donna was the sweetest person.
I have such great memories of us when we were in High School.
Love to all of you.
Marian Buchanan
Marian
Nancy S Russell
July 9, 2025
Sad news. Donna was a good friend and co-worker. My thoughts are with Joey and the girls.
Dave Fairman
July 9, 2025
Rest in Peace Donna
Creg
July 9, 2025
My heart will always have a special place in it for Donna. My deepest condolences to the family. She was one of the kindest people ever in my life. Donna was what every human should strive to be. She will truly be missed and forever remembered
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