1938 - 2026
Donna was a natural caregiver who generously gave her time to others, especially through her volunteer work with the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Brewster and the Hands of Hope Food Pantry in Harwich, where she served alongside her husband. She lived an active and vibrant life, always staying busy and engaged.
An avid gardener, Donna also loved to dance and found great joy in creating a warm and welcoming home. Being a homemaker was one of her greatest passions, and she was known for her thoughtfulness and generosity, often expressing her love through giving.
In addition to her husband, David, she is survived by her children: Barbara Berger and her husband Richard of St. Petersburg, Florida; Maureen Clark of Medway; Annemarie Frank and her husband Ofer Benyona of St. Petersburg, Florida; and Kirsten O’Leary and her husband John of Norfolk. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Kerry Anne and Hailey Clark, and Brendan, Sean, and Colin O’Leary.
Donna was predeceased by her siblings, Reverend Russell Wise and Barbara Woodin.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 23rd from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington Street.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 24th at 11:00 AM at Saint Mary’s Church of Holliston. Donations in Donna’s memory may be made to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (svdpcapecod.com/donate/) or Hands of Hope Food Pantry
(capecodcouncilofchurches.org/donate).
