Passed away peacefully at Southampton Care Centre on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 of Southampton and formerly of Exeter and Ripley in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Ray R. Eaton (2015) and the late Lloyd E. Thornton (1976). Cherished mother and mother-in-law of David Thornton of Squamish, BC, Karen (Casey) James of Teeswater (formerly Sarnia), Jacqueline and Glenn Cassell of Regina, SK, and Nancy Thornton and Doug Kingston of Hanover. Proud grandmother of Courtney Barnes (Andrew Barnes), Andy Jaworski (Melissa); Christina Clark, Cory Clark (Jill Swartz); Jimmie Cassell (Ashley Cassell); Justin Thornton (Kelly), Jessi Jones, and great-grandmother of 9. Fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by parents Christena (Scheerer) and Hugh Chittick, brothers Charlie, Robert, and Jim, sisters Anne Buckingham and Irene Chittick, and two infant brothers, Nelson and Gordon Chittick. Donna was an avid reader and faithful member of her church. She enjoyed crocheting and over the years donated many baby blankets to many different local charities.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 24 at 11AM at the Wingham Cemetery, 90397 Holmes Line, Wingham. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, EXETER (519-235-1220).
Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Offer Condolence for the family of EATON: Donna (nee Chittick) (Thornton) of Southampton and formerly of Exeter and Ripley
2022
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de EATON Donna nee Chittick Thornton of Southampton and formerly of Exeter and Ripley 2022..
Décès pour la Ville:Exeter, Province: Ontario