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Donna Elizabeth Potter

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Donna Potter Obituary

Donna Elizabeth Potter, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and companion, passed away peacefully on October 7th, 2025. Born to the late Cora E. Jones of Holyoke, MA, and Clarence E. Jones of Sharpsville, PA, Donna was known for her strong work ethic and dedication to her family. Throughout her career, Donna held various roles, including her most recent position as a hostess at the VFW. She also worked at the Golden Lemon Restaurant in Holyoke, MA, and as a forklift driver at a local parking facility. Donna was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Sharon Lynn Jones; her long-term companion, Robert Furlani; and her husbands, William Potter and Raymond Lannon, with whom she had three children. She also mourned the loss of her cherished Black Labrador Retriever, Benny. She is survived by her loving sister, Ethel Jones Waterman. Donna's legacy continues through her cherished sons, Jason and Alan Lannon; her beloved daughter, Kathy Haas; and her treasured grandchildren, Kaityn White, Rheanna Davignon Bennett, Joseph Lannon, Christopher, Brian, and Thomas Tower. She was also blessed with great-grandchildren, Nevaeh, Faith and Exzavier White, Alice and Alexis Lannon, and Hunter, Blake, and Sophia Tower. Additionally, she is survived by her nephews: Christopher P. Waterman and his wife Allison Waterman, along with their step-son Cayden Eiser and sons Chase Waterman and Raylan Waterman; and Eric J. Waterman and his wife Sarah Riley Waterman, with their step-daughter Maeve Riley and son Levi Waterman. Her niece, Amy F. Waterman, also survives her. She is also survived by her cousin, James Cummings, and his wife, as well as their children, Nicholas and his wife Maribeth, and Paul. Services will be private for immediate family only, with no calling hours.

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Published by westernmassnews on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Jim Cummings

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