Donna Adele Young (Fisher) passed away peacefully on April 20 2022 at AMGH at the age of 98. Donna lived the majority of her life in Colborne Township on the Young Farm – Lochmelon. In later years Donna moved into Goderich. Donna was predeceased by her husband Arnold Young, September 1999. Survived by her children Janet (Pete) Bellefeuille, Brights Grove. Larry Young (Janet Szusz) Colborne Township. Connie (John) Harrison, Saltford. Cathy (Myles) Murdock, Goderich. Grandchildren are: Jay Baechler (Amanda Hart), Tiffany (Jeremy) Ennett, Marsha (Jeff) Harris, Drew (Shelly) Macaulay, Trevor Macaulay (Tara Carr), Amanda (Jon) Collins, Tamara (Colin) Corriveau, Alecia (Mike) McCabe, Adam (Sunny) Harrison, Craig (Kelly) Harrison. A total of 17 Great Grandchildren. Survived by sister Vivian Graham and sister-in-law Betty Fisher. Predeceased by her parents Harvey and Vera Fisher, Brother Gerald Fisher, Sister in-law Helen Dougherty, Brothers in-law Harold Dougherty and Ben Graham, nephew John Graham and niece Judy (Graham) Stemp.
Cremation has taken place and a funeral will be held at McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, 11 Cambria Road North, Goderich, Friday April 29th. Visitation from 11 am to 1pm, funeral service at 1 pm, officiated by Mary Jane Bissett. In lieu of flowers donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alexandra Marine and General Hospital or Colborne Cemetery can be made through McCallum and Palla. A private family graveside service will follow the funeral service. At the request of the family please wear a face covering when in attendance at the funeral home.
The family is most appreciative for the wonderful care given to Mom at AMGH & McCallum & Palla Funeral Home. A special thanks goes to the Doctors and nurses who lovingly cared for Mom.
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Joanne Walters
Dear Cathy, Connie & families,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady who lived a good long life. I will miss seeing her at church. She had such a nice smile. May many happy memories of her give you comfort now. Joanne
John & Joye Orr
Extending our sympathy to the families.
ROSS BURRY
Sincerest and deepest condolences to Donna’s entire family and friends. I have so many memories in Goderich Ontario with my Aunt Donna ( my Canadian Mother ) and family.
Jim Brown
My mom, Jean McPhee and her family were lifetime friends and had so many good times from the Colborne Township days. Deepest condolences from my family to Donna’s entire family and friends.
Jim Brown and family.
Matt & Jen Drennan
Matt knew Donna a long time before I joined the family…and Arnie & Donna were family to him; he still talks fondly of the times spent with them (& with their horses) & of the pies Donna could make..
Little did we know that we would someday buy their farm & fill the barn with horses once again… we think & talk about Donna (& Arnie) often…she was amazing…and no matter how long we live on the farm she once lived on & loved, I will never fill her shoes (or bake the pies she could!) … our thoughts, prayers and hugs to all of Donna’s family…she will be missed very much & we will never forget her…
KAREN STURDY
To the Young Family; So sorry to see that Donna has passed. Knowing her and talking to her was always enjoyable over the years. Please accept our condolences. May she rest in peace. Karen and Mike
Joanne and Greg Hood
So very sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. She was such a lovely lady. We enjoyed many evening’s of food and cards with your parents in the old snowmobile clubhouse!
Phil and Chris Turner
Janet, Connie,Larry, Cathy and family
We are so sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories you all hold of your mom be your strength at this time.
Neta Dawson
I have many happy memories of Donna and all of the Young family. My parents, Earl and Cora Sherwood had lots of great times with your parents as well.
With gentle thoughts,
Neta
Cathy Bisset Parkes
I am writing on behalf of my Mother, Avice Foster. Donna was a wonderful friend of Mom and they enjoyed so many years of good times together. We all appreciated the friendship that they shared .
To all of the family, our sincere sympathy , Donna was a vibrant, enthusiastic ,caring woman who enjoyed a long and beautiful life.
Rose Hill (Gethke)
I was saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. I have many memories of Donna, from showing horses, to her helping to clerk at my dad’s auction sales, and seeing her at get togethers that my parents would have. Donna always took my dad’s teasing with a smile and a giggle. She was always interested in what my family was up to whenever I saw her. I will remember her fondly. Cheers to Donna for a life well lived.
Ron Sowerby
Sincerest condolences to all the Young and Fisher Families. Donna was one pretty amazing lady. Cherish the memories. Heather andI arethinking of you all at this difficult time.
John and Judy Hickey
To all of Donna’s family:
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
I enjoyed many conversations with her,usually in the parking lot on Friday morning.
Always asking about everyone.
She never looked her age and remained very active.
She will be missed!
Sincerely Judy and John
Jon Ginn
Janet, Larry, Connie, Cathy and family
Mickey and I were sorry to hear the sad news of your mother, grandmother. Donna’s smile and warm personality will be missed by many, RIP
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Donna’s family – Donna was a special person to know.
With special remembering – and sympathy – Cecelia Denomme
Cheryl Lynch
Alecia, Mike and family…our sincerest condolences, Donna was such a sweetheart, cherish your memories, love Aunt Cheryl and Gary ❤🙏❤…
Joyce (Matthews) Black
Sincere sympathy to the family of Donna. She was such a lovely lady and always smiling when having a visit. She will be missed by many and thinking of you all at this sad time.
Mary & Jerry Bowles
Cathy, Myles & family,
We are very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passising. May the memories you have of her bring joy to a very difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Mary and Jerry
Lori Low
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Cherish the happy times.
Susan Bradley
Thinking of all of you at such a sad time. Donna was a great lady and will be missed.
Marian Hallahan
To Donna’s family.
Your Mother was always interested in our family and remembered many events from days gone by. We always caught up on all the news, at the annual Threshers reunion in Blyth, in earlier days when your Dad, exhibited your horses and in later years when you Mom and her friends attended the show. No matter what was going on, she always took the time to come and say “hello” and “what’s new” Beautiful memories.
Our sincere sympathy to all. Donna will be missed.
Frank & Marian (Hickey) Hallahan.
Jane MacAdam
Cathy, Myles, Alecia, Mike & Family. Our deepest sympathy to you. You are in our thoughts. She was a wonderful lady. Love Aunt Jane & Art
Diana Glousher
What can I say Donna had a long life filled with love n family and anyone that was blessed to know her she was a family person ❤️ xoxo keep all those memories in your heart ❤️
Mary Forrest
My deepest sympathy to each of you on the passing of your mother.
Stu and Pat Steenstra
Our deepest sympathies to each of you.
Rosemary Beange
To Connie,John &family and all the Young family,
Our sincere condolence to you Connie on the passing
of your mother. Cherish all your wonderful memories.
She will be missed by family and friends.May she rest
in peace.
Allan& Rosemary
Judi williams
Thinking of all the families at this difficult time My condolences ,, Donna will be missed by all RIP…..
Bill White & Sylvie Larose
Sincere condolences to the Young family. Your Mother was a special woman. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marty and Ruth Buchanan
Cathy and extended family, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She will be missed by her many friends and relatives.
Marty and Ruth Buchanan
Helen Lyons
To the Young Family,
My sincere condolences to each and everyone of Donna’s family on her passing. I remember Donna and Arnold when we used to show horses at fall fairs and I was thinking of Donna just a few days ago wondering how she was. She was always so friendly and always made a person feel welcome. What a blessing to live such a long life and to be so active until she fell and broke her hip a few months ago. R.I.P. Donna.
Sincerely,
Helen Lyons
Joanne Hickey
Larry, Janet and the Young family
Our sincere sympathy to you with the loss of your Mother.
Joanne Hickey & Cub Bettles
Shelley McPhee
Donna was an inspiration to us all. She was always so positive and such an important person in our lives. I will miss our telephone chats and catching up our our families and hearing of all the wonderful stories of the early days in Colborne Township. Donna remembered everyone and all the stories and the antics of Arnie, Jim, Donna and Noreen. I will also miss her beautiful bags of potpourri and her delish homemade pickles that she always brought to Friday night picnics at the Piping down of the Sun. We will miss her very much but I think that she is having a grand reunion with all her beloved family and friends. – much love Shelley
Ron & June Corriveau
To the Young Family: Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom and Grandma. She was such a great lady and special person to be around. May the many fond memories of her life help you through this difficult time. She will be dearly missed by all who had the good fortune to have known her. Ron & June
Paul Ruggeri
My deepest and sincere condolences to Janet and Peter, Connie and John, Larry and Janet, Cathy and Myles, all of the grandchildren, great grandchildren and all of their spouses on this tragic loss.
I have such fond memories that I will always treasure of spending my summers on the farm as a child that Aunt Donna and Uncle Arnold made possible.
Even though I haven’t tasted her home made strawberry jam in decades, I still remember it was the best. I will miss her dearly but she had a great life, and at last I do believe that she is now with Arnold and my parents having a great time. So sorry💜😢💜
Pat johnston
Connie and the family of Donna Young
Thinking of you with condolences at this sad time
Pat Johnston & Bob Desjardins
Sharon Murdock
Donna made me happy. Whenever we were actually together, which wasn’t often, we shared a few thoughts, many laughs and really good food. Her baked goodies, pies and her garlic loaf are items never to be forgotten. I will truly miss her.
Sincere sympathies to her family.
Becky and Dave McIvor
I’m so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Deepest sympathies to all the families and her friends. Many great memories to hold in your hearts ♥️. Donna was a lovely lady with a warm smile . May she RIP.
Kelly and Eric Smith Smith
Our deepest condolences to the Young family on the loss of your beautiful Mother. We loved your Mom’s company. We always were pleased that she was able to join us at our place for Thanksgiving. She was thoughtful, so kind and always interested in what we were doing. So many beautiful memories. Her long life was a testiment of her hard work on the farm. We will miss her. Love and hugs to each one of you!