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Monday
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December
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Monday, December 4, 2023
Portland United Church
50 Newport Crescent
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
(506) 632-4030
Monday
4
December
Interment
1:00 pm
Monday, December 4, 2023
Fernhill Cemetery
200 Westmorland Road
Saint John , New Brunswick, Canada
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Eileen McLaughlin posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
I did not know Donna well but I will miss her sweet friendly face at Portland. I often search the crowd of faces at Portland and found Donna. So easy to approach and willing to make friendly conversation. My condolences to all her family especially Darlene and Ian. Donna and I sat together at Music at Portland this summer and agreed we should get to know one another. I regret that we only made small strides and wil not now have the opportunity. She is indeed now signing in the kingdom of heaven.
Eileen McLaughlin
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Linda Axelrod posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Dearest Chris and Bob,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Looks like she had a wonderful life and you were lucky to have her for so many years. Hug, hugs and more hugs.
Love,
Cousin Linda
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Carol and Ed quinn posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Carol and Ed Quinn
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Johanna Burnham posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
Chris and Bob - Heartfelt condolences to you all.
Johanna, Eric and Jeremy
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SJVS Alumni Assoc. posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
To the family of Donna Watters-Sproul;
On behalf of the executive and membership of Saint John Vocational School Alumni Association, I extend deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences in the loss of your dear mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and cousin. Caring thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort are with you as you traverse this most difficult path on the road of life. Cherish the many great memories you have each shared with her and hold them close to your hearts. She was missed at our luncheon on the 27th and will be missed at our future gatherings. Blessings.
Louise Craine, Alumni Liaison
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Heather MacKellar posted a condolence
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Donna was a lovely woman.
Deepest Condolences
MacKellar Family
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Anna posted a condolence
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Darlene
On behalf of the Good Time Bowling League I am extending our deepest condolences on the passing of your sister.
May the good memories you have shared bring you comfort at this time and in the future.
Anna
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Dawn Lamb posted a condolence
Sunday, December 3, 2023
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Donna's family. She was a wonderful woman, and a role model for many young girls. I, too, was a majorette and loved it! She also was my leader in Explorers and she also taught me at Vacation Bible School. She was an amazing leader and very creative. I still hang some of the Christmas crafts we made together to this day. May Donna rest in eternal peace,
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Heather McQuinn posted a condolence
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Donna Sproul’s tribute
Dear Little Heath, Christine Marilyn, and all your families:
I have so many precious memories with you guys. Donna was my majorette teacher, my neighbor, and my summer vacation Bible school teacher. When we were doing majorettes, she made every one of us our uniforms for the Saint John Santa Claus parade—sewed every one of them by hand. I think there was at least a dozen of us little ones! This was along with her weekly diligent teaching (and no assistant, that I can remember).
Christine, I can remember your mom creating this play kitchen, all out of cardboard boxes and wallpaper, which she had scalloped into ruffles around the cupboard edge. I was mesmerized. I remember at one of your birthday parties, there was at least seven or eight of us girls, and your mom gave each of us a Barbie doll with dresses that she had made for each doll!
Each summer in vacation Bible school, I would hope to be in her group because you knew that you were going to come out with the best crafts. I remember her helping me with a laminate floral bookmark. I can see her kind of clenching her lower jaw as she very carefully rearranged my mess to make a bookmark that I cherished for years! When she saw my joy, she was so happy, just pulled her head back with the most content and quiet smile, and let me take the glory for this wonderful work .
I remember when the first new baby was born, because Donna was still living in Belmont. It was Marilyn. She had her at the beach in a little frilly bonnet. It was likely a bonnet that she had made for her, as I had never seen anything like it. Marilyn was the most gorgeous baby I’ve ever seen with these giant, blueberry eyes. From that day forward, I always dreamed of having a little girl of my own to dress up like that.
Awhh …I am so thankful to have had all of you guys in my life and I am so sorry for your loss. “For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, … And so we will be with them and the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words.” (I Thessalonians 4: 14-18)
Holding you all close in my heart and in my prayers.
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Wendy (Stevens) Cornfield posted a condolence
Saturday, December 2, 2023
To Donna's family: So sorry for your family's loss. Donna and I were leaders together at Wegesegum. She was a kind, generous soul. We shared many laughs at camp and travelling back and forth. Please know that others share your grief.
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Jim Butler posted a condolence
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Sorry for your loss. She was a deeply gracious and kind woman.
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Donna Gray posted a condolence
Friday, December 1, 2023
Christine, I am so sorry to learn of your Mother's passing. Cherish your fond and fun memories. Take Good Care.
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Flores Care Home posted a condolence
Friday, December 1, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we extend our condolences on the passing of Donna. In behalf of Flores Care Home residents and staff, we share in your grief and wish to express our heartfelt sympathies. Donna's presence will be dearly missed, and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Laurie A Flood posted a condolence
Friday, December 1, 2023
Christine so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Know that we are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
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Stephany posted a condolence
Friday, December 1, 2023
Christine, Bob, and family -
May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you.
May you find joy in a rich tapestry of memories.
May you find peace in this new life chapter as a family.
May you find strength in the fact that you are because she was.
We join with you to honour a cherished life.
Harry, Heather, Tony, and Stephany
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Marilyn Hickman posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
So sorry to hear about Donna she will be singing in the heavenly choir. She was a wonderful member the Portland choir and will be missed. Rest in peace my friend. Love Marilyn Hickman
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Norman McFarlane posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
As a member of Portland for 60 years one person always there was Donna helping wherever she could she will be missed by all of us my prayers and sympathy to all the family
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Margaret Cobham-Mollins posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
To Donna’s beloved family, I extend my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Donna and I shared childhood, teenage and adult lives together with Sunday School, CGIT, Choir and many functions at Portland United Church. Also, so enjoyed our chats when Donna would be enjoying her walks while residing in Millidgeville.
May your cherished memories be of comfort.
Marg
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Carol posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
The Donna I remember, loved to sing---plus her Mom had the best short bread cookie receipe
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Betty Vantassel posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Rebecca Marilyn and Christine So sorry to hear of your mothers passing.Please accept our condolences
Betty Vantassel and Denis Cote
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Bob McVicar posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Donna was a sweet woman who loved her girls
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Laurie posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Sorry for your loss Rebecca, Marilyn & Christine. I remember Donna with talents with crafts and being a kind person.
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Dee Stubbs-Lee posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Dearest Christine, Marilyn, and Rebecca, my deepest condolences to all of you. I've known Donna for as long as I can remember, as your mom, as an aunt and as a cousin of other dear friends of mine, as my CGIT leader years ago and majorettes teacher farther back still. She even tailored my wedding dress. I feel her loss as one of my own family, and I am holding all of you in my heart now and always.
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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