I did not know Donna for very long, however I am gratefull to have met her spent time with her. She was a joy to be around.

"Two years ago when we moved into Rossmoor it was our joy to have Donna as our neighbor and have the freedom to knock on each other's door and become friends. We admired Donna's courage and putting her best spirit forward in spite of the pain and discouragements she was experiencing. It was a privilege to know Donna and we thank the Lord for the opportunity. It is way too quiet next door and we miss her terribly."

My sister Donna was part of a loving and supportive family. I feel blessed she was in my life. She was a wonderful person and always there for me. I carry her in my heart. -Richard

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I have enjoyed knowing and learning from Donna. She was a gracious woman who displayed such courage and dignity during her illness. She was unfailingly upbeat, optimistic, and grateful for the blessings in her life. We were dinner and movie buddies, enjoying indie films and many tasty, exotic sushi rolls. But the best part was always the conversation with Donna. She was so smart, well-read and reasonable in her points of view. A real pleasure. Donna got so much pleasure in her life from you, Amber and Richard. I feel lucky to have meet both of you. You were so supportive of her during her illness and can feel good about having done right by her. Amber, you reflect the grace, smarts, and dignity that describes your mom. She loved you hugely and was very proud of the woman you have become. Richard, everyone should have such a helpful, supportive brother who shares as many common interests as you did with Donna. I think you both can be assured that you lit up her life and made her passage as easy as it could be. I will miss Donna. Even though I worked at hospice for 10 years, I never knew anyone who taught me more about how to live with dignity and die with a grateful heart.

Our yearly get together at the San Francisco Ballet was a highlight of my year and I enjoyed getting to know Donna and share that experience with her and her brother, Richard. Thank you for sharing this time with me.

We were blessed to have Donna (and Buster!) fall into our lives at Hospice of the East Bay. Often, we laughed about how all that came about...how it was simply meant to be. When the time came for her to stop working, Donna continued to amaze us with her humor, courage and grace. My favorite memory is of Buster holding his own leash and getting ready to take a smiling Donna for a walk! - Kathy K.

Donna and I met early January 2009 when she needed help walking Buster. Soon she didn't need my help anymore and we 'just' became friends. Actually I liked to tease her that try though she might to shed us, she couldn't get rid of Lorin (another dog-walking friend) or me. Donna was so selfless and unassuming it was impossible not to want to spend time with her and her pals Buster and YoYoMa. It was my pleasure in time to meet Amber and Richard as well. I miss Donna. I'm glad she was my friend. I'm glad Amber and Richard are my friends now, too.

Meeting Donna was a pleasure. She was a very intelligent person who could converse on a number of subjects. I will always remember her for her wit and enthusiam. Donna was a big part of our family here on the East Coast. Red

Donna and I had a great, but long distance friendship. She was so good to me when I made my trip to California with Amber and C.J. She even named her spare bedroom "Joan"s room". I felt so honored. We both were avid readers and shared many talks about what new books were out. I will always treasure my trip to California, and the time I spent with Donna. I will always think of her and miss her. Joan

My mother was and will always remain the biggest part of my life. She was a caring, loving mother but was more than this to me. She was my best friend. I could talk to her about anything and she was the first person in the world that I shared all the happy and troubling times of my life. She always listened and always cared no matter what. I love her and will think of her and miss her everyday. -Amber