DONNA M. COLLINS (nee Iacofano) age 87, beloved wife of the late John “Jack”; loving mother of John (wife Lori), Maureen Collins (husband Steve Cawley), Cathleen Collins (husband Rob Gannon), Sally Collins (husband John O’Toole) and the late Joseph; devoted grandmother of Andrew Collins (wife Jeannette Casserly), Liam Collins, Connell Collins and the late Paul Collins; cherished daughter of the late Blaise “Joe” and Dorathy (nee Werts) Iacofano; dearest sister of the late Michael Iacofano (wife JoAnn); dear sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and friend of many.
Donna was born on July 12, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio. She lived most of her life in Lyndhurst and last few years in Willoughby. Donna was a member of St. Noel Catholic Church, former member of St. Clare and was a Eucharistic Ministry Lecturer. She graduated from Ursuline Academy in 1954 and graduated from Ursuline College in 1987. Donna worked as a Pastoral Minister at St. Clare Catholic Church. She assisted with functions at the Diocese of Cleveland, Christian Life Center and was an administrative assistant at Bellefaire JCB as well as a program coordinator. Donna enjoyed gardening, stitching and sewing, was an avid reader and a loyal Cavs and Indians/Guardians fan. Donna passed away on July 19, 2023. She will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and loved her.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Donna to Ursuline Sisters of Cleveland, 6085 Parkland Blvd, Suite 175, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, July 31, 2023, at St. Noel Catholic Church 35200 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills, Ohio at 11 AM. Burial following at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Donna at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) SUNDAY 1 – 5 PM.
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Patty DeJohn
Loved Donna and her family. She was a fierce, strong and loving woman who was a mentor and friend … I know she is with so many family and friends now, especially Joe. Send me a sign Donna
Father Greg Schaut
Friends,
When I read that Donna had passed away, my first thoughts were about her excellent pastoral care at the Christian Life Center to those on retreat and the Staff, especially to Fr Wally Hyclak the director. She was a great spiritual leader at the Center and deepened my spirituality and countless others during her time there. Msy she rest in our Lord’s peace. .May He bring you His comfort in your time of mourning. Donna and yourselves will be remembered in my Masses this coming weekend. God’s peace be with you all.
Shelton Adams
Even though I didn’t know her and nevermet her. The son John Collins said nice things about her. I offer my condolences to the Collin family and God bless the Collin family.
Kathy McNeely
I am sorry I cannot be there in Willoughby to mourn Donna’s death with you. I remember her deep spirituality, combined with a bit of sass, which made her who she was. I know you will all miss her a lot, and are comforted by the fact that she is resting peacefully.
Sr. Carla Murar
My condolences to John and all Donna’s children. Sister Carla Murar