Donna M. (Keyser) McDonald – 71, of Andover and formerly of North Reading, passed away at her home on Friday, November 27, 2020.
Born in Melrose, MA on October 14, 1949, she was the daughter of the late James R. and Lorraine (Spadafora) Keyser. She was raised in and attended school in North Reading . She was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1967 and a graduate of Northern Essex Community College.
Donna worked as a manager for New England Telephone, Nynex and Super Pages
She has been a resident of Andover for the past 50 years. Donna loved gardening, the Patriots, family, traveling and time at the Lake House.
Family members include her loving husband of 50 years, Daniel J. McDonald; her son, Daniel J. McDonald, II of Salem, NH, her daughter, Melissa Merritt and her husband Russell Merritt, III of Carver, MA and her sister, Pamela Elliott and her husband Winslow of Stratham, NH.
Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Wednesday, December 2 from 1 to 3 PM. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Div. of Development & The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-7226. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
Donna was an ageless beauty. My sincere condolences. I attended high school with Donna. Debbie Nadeau Carter
I will always remember Donna for her leadership, spunk and smile during our high school baton twirling years. She was a big part of North Reading spirit then and over her years through our class reunion organizations. God really took a lovely person when he took Donna. Rest in peace
We laughed a lot, from our “twirling” days in high school to our NRHS 1967 reunions, our Florida get togethers, our fun times bowling and dancing with Fannie and especially to you welcoming us to the lake house every summer. We have made a lot of memories. You will be missed my friend. Condolences to Dan, Melissa & Russ and Danny.
Donna’s kind, generous spirit and awesome practicality were remarkable. Her absolute love for her family and friends was unwavering. She will be so missed by those lucky to have been one of them. Condolences to her family at this difficult time.
I’ve been lucky enough to have known Donna for 55+ years from the halls of North Reading High School to our “golden years”. I am greatful to have counted her as a dear friend and although we have many memories we were looking forward to making many more. Rest in peace my friend, we’ll miss you. My heartfelt condolences to Donna’s family, her husband Dan, son Danny and daughter Melissa and her husband Russ.
Donna was a very lovely lady who was always friendly and welcoming to others. I appreciate all the hard work Donna did on the Reunion committee for our NRHS Class of 1967 Reunions. I looked forward to talking at every reunion. Donna will be so missed. It was a great pleasure knowing her. My condolences and sympathy to her family.
From high school classmates to reunion committee members, a great friendship was formed with a wonderful person. Thanks for the memories. Rest in peace Donna. My deepest sympathy to Dan, Melissa, Russ and Danny.
Sending our deepest sympathy to Pam and Donna’s family. So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Fred & Diane (Bridge) Johnson
Sending our deepest sympathy to the McDonald family. So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Sorry we are not able to make the service today. The Spadafora Family.
Sending my sympathies to Donna and her family sorry I could not attend the services today Tim
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Donna was a sweet soul who will be missed by many. She was full of life, love, and joy! She will live on in our hearts and the wonderful memories we have of our time spent with her. My deepest sympathy to Dan, Danny, Melissa, Russ and Pam. Praying for God’s comfort, peace, and strength for you all.
Donna was a sweet soul, full of love, life and joy. She will be missed by many. Sending my deepest sympathy to Dan, Danny, Melissa,Russ and Pam. Donna will live on in our hearts and the wonderful memories we have of her. Praying for God’s strength, comfort and peace for you all.