Donna (Russell) Walsh

Donna R. Walsh, 76, of Coventry, CT. passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 following a brief illness.

 Donna was born in Hartford to the late Donald and Alice (Windsor) Russell.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and was happiest when she had them all gathered close. A very creative person, arts and crafts were among her favorite pastimes. 

Donna retired from Oak Hill in 2017 where she managed a group home for many years. She was passionate about providing clients with lives full of comfort and dignity.

She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth Kiss and her husband, Douglas of Coventry; five grandchildren, Jason Kiss, Gregory Kiss, Cameron Waters, Devonney Waters and Nolan Walsh; her great-granddaughter, Ava Lynn Kiss; two brothers Gary Russell of Colchester and Alan Russell of Coventry.  She was predeceased by her son Thomas Walsh.

Donna’s family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at Potters Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St., Willimantic. A gathering to celebrate her life will take place on Thursday December 12, 2019 at The Elks Lodge, 198 Pleasant Street at 12:00pm. 

Donna had an infectious personality that warmed many hearts and spurred many laughs.

 She leaves us rich in memories. 

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