Obituary of Donna McClatchey
McClatchey: Donna Elizabeth (née Augustine) -
A resident of Chatham, Donna McClatchey passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on December 29, 2024 at the age of 90.
Born in Leamington, Donna was the daughter of the late James and Alma Augustine (née Bruner) .
Reunited with loving husband Larry.
Loving mother to Roger (Fran) and Robert.
Donna has been reunited with daughter Teresa (Mark).
Adored grandmother to Kristy (Michael) and Robert.
Great grandmother to Brayden, Riley, Malcolm, and Sydney.
Donna was a very active member of her community, being a long term volunteer to many organizations. She was a part of the Ruf n Redi Campers Club and The Girl Guides of Canada. Donna was an active member of the Chatham Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening and was very artistic and could be found working on many crafting projects.
The Family has invited friends for a gathering with a light lunch on January 2, 2024 from 3pm - 5pm at 89 Riverview Dr, Chatham
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Thursday, January 2, 2025 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Funeral service to be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington.
In lieu of flowers donations made in memory of Donna to the Girl Guides of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
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