Obituary of Donna Jean White
WHITE: Donna Jean (nee Willson) –
A lifelong resident of Chatham, Donna White passed away at the Chatham-Kent Hospice with family at her side on Friday, April 9, 2021 at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with Huntington’s.
Born in Chatham, Donna was the daughter of David Willson (Sharen) and the late Carol Willson (nee Tinning).
Predeceased by her husband Brian Rivait (1997).
Loving mother to Nathan Willson (Jennifer), Matthew Willson (Danielle), Amanda Rivait (Carrie), Amy Rivait, Evan White and Ellen White (Zachary), all of Chatham.
Proud Grandma to Noah, Casey, Jaxon, Clark, Autumn and Atlas.
Dear sister to David Willson (Sheri), Tammy Perritt (Steve), Michelle Silveira (Bill), Renee Jackson (Morgan) and Sean Noon (Ariel).
Also missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Donna will be remembered for her strength and loving nature.
Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 2:00 – 4:00pm. Those planning to attend are required to register online at (signup.com/go/vrabbon) or by phoning the Funeral Home at 519-351-2040. The Bereavement Authority of Ontario have mandated that all attendees wear a mask. A Private Family Service will be live-streamed at 11:00am on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 on the funeral home website.
Donations made in memory of Donna to the Huntington Society of Canada would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040
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Décès pour la Ville:Chatham, Province: Ontario