Young, Donna (nee Irla Donelda Hales); It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear and loving mom, grandmom and great grandmom Donna, who passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus on October 27th, 2011 at the age of 83. Donna was the loving mother of Bill (William Paul) and his wife Janice (Allison) of Bracebridge. She was the beloved grandmother of Devon of Calgary and Ryan and his partner Kristina (Fischer) as well as her step great grandson Josh (Fischer) and her great granddog Marley. Donna was predeceased by her loving husband Paul (William Paul)(2003), her sister Doris (Hatch)(2011), and her parents Vernon Hales (1972) and Rosamund (nee McMillan)(1999) both of Dutton. Fondly remembered by her sister and brother-in-laws Doug and Marie (Young) Smith of Sarnia and their son Brian and his wife Kristine and children Charlotte and Emily of New York. She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins. Donna will also be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by her many friends. A memorial service was held at the Graham Giddy Funeral Home, 280 St. David Street South, Fergus, Ontario on Tuesday, November 1st at 2pm. Interment at Belsyde Cemetery, Fergus. The family has requested that any donations be directed to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of one’s choice. (519) 843-3100 www.grahamgiddyfh.com
