Obituary
Our hearts are broken, as our family has sustained yet another unexpected tragedy, just months after losing dad.
After a hard fought battle with cancer, including a side battle with Covid, our dear mother; Donna Spencer Maschke has passed away in hospital on Monday, November 7, 2022.
We are all filled with shock, grief, and a whole range of emotions.
Many folks remember her from years ago, as the owner of “Fred” the talking (swearing) Macaw at her pet store of many years; Donna’s Pet Shop, in the Napanee Mall.
Others might remember her as a patient, loving and protective mom of 4 boys (and their friends), who always kept things exciting around the household.
Right up until the very end, she was a fighter, and was unafraid to speak her mind. You definitely always knew exactly where you stood with her. Lol, hours before she passed, I had a conversation with her nurse. I think I used the term “feisty” when describing her demeanour. The nurse paused, and replied; “yes, feisty is an excellent descriptor”. She asked me to help convince mom to take a certain medication. I replied; “sorry… yer on your own with that one!”
Mom, we sure will miss you. Thank you for being my #1 fan at sporting events growing up, into my career as a police officer, and later when I dipped my toe in pro-wrestling. You were always the loudest and enjoyed embarrassing me by forcing your way into the locker room, and “threatening” my opponent before my match. You have no idea how many times I had to say, “sorry pal… that’s just my mom.”
I could see her at heavens gate right now having a few choice words for the gate-keeper when she’s told she will have to put out her cigarette before coming in.
Saint Peter is likely grabbing her an ashtray as we speak (she’d laugh at that joke and call me a BRAT).
Thanks for the memories mom (Nana). Your 4 children, 8 grandchildren, daughters in-law, brother, sister and friends will miss you very much! ❤️.
Cremation has taken place with Milestone Cremation Services, Napanee. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Online memories and condolences can be shared at www.milestonecremation.ca
See you down the road, if we don’t see little reminders of you in the meantime.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Donna Spencer Maschke July 7 1952 November 7 2022 (age 70)..
Death notice for the town of: Napanee, Province: Ontario