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Donna Ann Vessie, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her girls by her side at Chapman House in Owen Sound on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the age of 85. She is now reunited with her beloved Keith, who passed away last year.
Born in Walkerton on December 29, 1940, Donna was the daughter of the late Norman and Dorothy (née Long). She was affectionately known to many as “Aunt Donna.” Donna enjoyed working for Bell Canada as a telephone operator and took great pride in raising her girls. She was active in her church, St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover, and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Donna also proudly wore her 25-year pin from the Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary.
She will be dearly missed by her daughters, Wanda (David) Leah, Michele (Simon) Docherty, and Angela Vessie (Bradford Kuhns). Cherished Nana of Nicole (Mike), Mitchell (Alyssa), Jordan (Angie), Jasper, and Lincoln, and Great-Nana of Hudson, Lennon, Jameson, and Stevie. Donna will be fondly remembered by her siblings Sheren Checkley, Nancy Schenk, Wayne (Shirley) Schultz, and Carol (Dave) Kraft; her sisters-in-law Linda Schultz, Gayle Vessie, and Elva Vessie; and her special nephews, David and Barry Duncan. She will also be lovingly remembered by the extended Schultz and Vessie families.
Donna was predeceased by her brother, Bob Schultz, and her brothers-in-law, Jack Checkley and Bob Schenk.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 10-11:30am where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 am. Rev. Lori Pilatzke officiating. Spring Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Saugeen Hospice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
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Wanda, Michele, Angela so sorry to hear of your mom's passing you have are sympathy. Lisa Haight (Rapp) and Brenda Rapp ❤️
Wanda, Michele, Angela so sorry to hear of your mom's passing you have are sympathy. Lisa Haight (Rapp) and Brenda Rapp ❤️
Wanda, Michele, Angela so sorry to hear of your mom's passing you have are sympathy. Lisa Haight (Rapp) and Brenda Rapp ❤️
Wanda, Michele, Angela so sorry to hear of your mom's passing you have are sympathy. Lisa Haight (Rapp) and Brenda Rapp ❤️
We're sorry to hear about Donna, she was a great cousin. Wish we could have made it to the funeral but only got the details after it was over.
You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Wanda, Michele, Angela so sorry to hear of your mom's passing you have are sympathy. Lisa Haight (Rapp) and Brenda Rapp ❤️
Wanda, Michelle and Angela and families:
We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. Her love for you will always be with you and will live forever in you. She was always so proud of her girls. We treasure the years that we had you and your mom and your dad as friends and neighbors when you lived on your farm outside Walkerton. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Ken and Marg Waechter
Tamas, Sofia and myself wanted to offer the whole family our most sincere condolences. We wish you peace and comfort as you navigate this challenging time… sending you our love and prayers. May she rest in peace.
- Emilie Cote-GauthierWe are deeply sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Hugs Jenn and Sam.
- Jennifer and Sam LowryCondolences to the family.I thought It would see my lovely cousin one more time but it will be a Heavenly meeting.Rest in Peace in the arms of the man that was always by your side.And Jesus has you Both in. His care!
We are both so sad to hear of cousin Donna's passing .She will be missed by all l. Our rhoughts and prayers go out to your family.
- HonnieKee and Micheal Soutar* Aunt Muriels daughter)Michele and family
We are so sad to hear of your mom's passing. May your family memories bring you comfort.
So sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was such a kind, pleasant friend always willing to give a hand.
- Wayne and Norma NobleOur thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
- Douglas LongTo my dear friend Wanda and her family, I am sending my sincere condolences to all of you. I know this is so very difficult after losing your father not too long ago. Find solace that they are together now.and strength in all of you being together to say your good-bye. I am with you today in spirit Wanda love you..... deb
- Deborah WalshYour mom was a wonderful lady. I knew her from church and ladies from the legion We worked together many times. Loved her happy attitude and friendly smile. Had a great conversation at the ladies Christmas party. Fun times. She'll be missed. Hugs to you girls and your families. 🙏❤️
- Al & Marg MartinWe are both so sad to hear of cousin Donna's passing. She will be truly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayer are with you .
- Bonnie Lee and Micheal Soutar( Aunt Muriels daughter)Please accept our heart felt condolences. She was a lovely lady. She will be missed!
- R.david and linda FowlerSorry for your loss I will truly miss great aunt Dona and her kindness
- Kevin McRobertSorry for loss of your mom. I had a good visit with her and Nancy not long ago at Swiss Chalet in Hanover. Now she is at peace with Keith.
God Bless, Len
So sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was such a kind, pleasant friend always willing to give a hand.
- Wayne and Norma NobleOur thoughts and prayers are with your family , we were sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Donna
- Don and Sharon Irvin
