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After several recent health challenges, Donna passed away on January 31, 2023, in her eighty sixth year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, John (1980); and her dear son, Paul (2010); Donna’s greatest passion was her family. She was deeply loved and admired by her children, Kim (Gerrit), Mark, and Karen Anne; her seven treasured grandchildren, Amy (Ray), Graham, Leslie (Neil), Mara, Jennifer (Cam), Kayla (Carter) and Ben; her seven sparkling great-grandchildren, Ash, Rider, West, Bell, Iyana, Cleo, and Fitz; daughter-in-law, An; and her cherished nieces and nephews. She also leaves her partner, Bob Chilton, who brought joy to every day of their past many years with his devotion and humour. Donna had a wonderful and wide group of precious friends to whom she was devoted, and who filled her life with music, art, bridge, flowers, outdoor pursuits, travel, laughter, gin and tonics, support, and love. Her full and vibrant life included a successful career in Toronto real estate, many years of teaching English as a Second Language in Don Mills, decades of service as a chorister and volunteer at both Lawrence Park Community Church and Bethesda United Church, and so much more. She was a dog whisperer, an enthusiastic nature lover, a savvy Scrabble player, an intrepid traveller, a Blue Jays fan, an organizer of special occasions, a chocolate chip cookie-maker, generous gift-giver, reader, and lover of maple syrup, chocolate, butter tarts, and all things sweet. Anyone arriving unannounced at her door could count on a warm welcome, a big hug, and an invitation to stay for a meal – or at least a cup of tea. We are so grateful that Mom’s bright light shone in our lives. A huge thank you to caregiver Cynthia Pascua, whose companionship, care, and sense of humour brought such stability and pleasure to Donna’s life over the past year, and to the wonderful group of care workers who helped her through her final weeks with extraordinary kindness and compassion. While her stay at Christie Gardens was short, the support Donna and her family received from the incredible staff there was invaluable. A memorial service for Donna will be held on Friday, February 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Lawrence Park Community Church, 2180 Bayview Ave., Toronto. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Donna’s name to Evergreen, a special place close to her heart that works to create cities that are livable, green, and prosperous. evergreen.donorsupport.co/-/XDLCFKLW
2023
Morley Bedford Funeral Services Ltd
Death notice for the town of: Toronto, Province: Ontario
death notice Donna Irene Richardson nee Dewar June 30 1937 – January 31 2023
obituaries notice Donna Irene Richardson nee Dewar June 30 1937 – January 31 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Donna Irene Richardson nee Dewar June 30 1937 – January 31 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
