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Donna Hersko

Passed 2/26/2014

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Obituary For Donna Hersko

Donna Rae Hersko, 75, of Steubenville passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at Valley Hospice North after a brief illness. She was born July 6, 1938 a daughter of the late Angelo and Anna Topich Talamine.  In addition to her parents Donna has now been reunited in heaven with her beloved son John E. Hersko, Jr. who passed away October 21, 1988; brothers Norman W., Donald J., Harvey G. and Raymond L. Talamine; niece Donna Jean LeMasters and nephew Kenneth W. Talamine.  Left to treasure many wonderful memories are her cherished son Donald Hersko and granddaughter Amy Hersko, both of Columbus, OH; sister-in-law Rita Talamine of Steubenville and many nieces, nephews and their families.  Donna was a 1956 graduate of Steubenville High School and for 25 years was the owner and operator of the former Frosty Treat Dairy Aisle in Wintersville.  She then went on to work for the former Elby’s Restaurant on Sunset Blvd. and at the Fort Steuben Mall in Steubenville and was most recently employed at King’s Family Restaurant in Wintersville as a hostess, where she was known for having a smile and kind word for everyone she greeted.  Donna was a woman who embraced life with a great faith in God, delightful sense of humor, compassion and unconditional love.  These gifts were used to nurture and guide her family every day.  Hers was truly a life well lived.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH Friday from 4-8p.m.  Friends may also call on Saturday, March 1, 2014 from 10a.m. until time of service 11a.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Steubenville with Rev. David McCloskey officiating.  Burial at Union Cemetery.  Her family would like to thank the staff of Valley Hospice for the wonderful care and kindness shown to Donna and family during this time of sorrow. Words cannot express our gratitude.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Bonnie Davis Maculaitis

    I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I not only worked with Donna at the mall in the card shop, and later worked for her at Frosty Treat. She was a sweet lady with a wonderful and welcoming personality.

  • 09/03/2024

    Jim and Debbie Jones

    We were so very sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was a very nice lady, and one of the brightest spots of when I was secretary at the St. Mark Lutheran Church. Our loss is truly God's gain. Our prayers to the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Suzanne Ighnat Porter

    I grew up with Donna On Prospect & Spencer Avenue. A Great Lady. My Sympathy to all.

  • 09/03/2024

    Yvonne Yoder Habowski

    Donna was a wonderful classmate in Big Red. She sure was a big help with our 55th reunion in 2012. Deepest sympathy to her family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Donna Cocumelli Lucas

    Deepest sympathy to the family of my good friend and classmate. I will miss you. Donna

  • 09/03/2024

    Larry Andresen [Andy]

    Donna and I were great friends while attending Big Red I have talked with her over the years and she will be missed, our prayers are with the family Larry Andresen

  • 09/03/2024

    Dianna Vandeborne

    So sorry to hear about Donna. Years ago we played volleyball. Had lots of fun and became good friends. No matter when I saw her, she was so nice to talk to. I'm sure she is an angel in heaven now. Please accept our condolences.

  • 09/03/2024

    Jerri Maggar

    Hersko Family: Donna was such such an awesome lady a great friend to me I am surly going to miss her and seeing her, she meant so much to me thanks>. She is in our loving Lords hands now no more suffering. For her family and friends may God ease your pain and God Will hold you close to him. Jerri Maggar

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