Donna M. Ardito, 70, of Mingo Junction, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022. She was born in Steubenville on May 6, 1951, a daughter of the late Rigoletto Q. and Rose M. Canestraro Ardito. She retired after forty years of teaching and directing the second-grade play at Wintersville Elementary School. She instilled a love of learning and the arts for generations of students.
Donna was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Steubenville and an Associate with the Dominican Sisters of Peace (Columbus, Ohio). Donna was a graduate of Franciscan University and earned a Masters in Education from the University of Dayton.
In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her sister Carol Ann.
Donna is survived by her family and circle of loving friends, Ellen Dunn, OP, Kara (Richard) Flanigan, and Nerina (Nori) Bonaventura.
Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Monday 10 a.m. - noon. Funeral liturgy with mass 12:30 p.m. at Holy Family Church. (Livestream available www.holyfamilysteubenville.com)
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Dominican Sisters of Peace (Columbus, Ohio) or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The family asks that all visitors wear a mask and observe proper social distancing.
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Rick, Chris, & Alison DiCarlo
Rest now, Donna. Grateful for your touch in our lives.
09/03/2024
Barbara Binegar
I was fortunate to cross paths with Donna many years ago at a weekend retreat. We managed to keep in touch for many years before allowing the craziness of life to get in the way. However, Donna's amazing spirit has NEVER left my heart. Once Donna touched your life .....you were forever blessed. I recently read the notice of her passing in the Steubenville Register and wanted to express my sympathy and offer prayers to her family and friends. As a tribute to Donna I have vowed to re-connect with three other friends I have lost touched with. Maybe you can do the same. Friendships are precious. I was blessed to have known Donna. God bless her.
09/03/2024
Mary Ruth Dicks
I learned so much from Donna as a volunteer in her classroom. I will never forget her big smile as we would finish the day by putting final touches on the T shirts for the 2nd grade play. Those were happy times. Mary Ruth Dicks
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Lola Ellsworth
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to: Kara and Richie, Ellen, and all of her dear family and friends! Donna was one of the kindest and most thoughtful souls that God ever put on this Earth! May she experience the rewards of Heaven! Rest In Peace Dear Friend!️
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Jean (Zamberlan) Brandsberg
Condolences to Miss Ardito's family and friends. She was a special lady and a wonderful teacher. I count myself lucky to have been one of her second graders and play participants.
09/03/2024
Shane Gamble
Rest in peace, Donna, you kind soul. I was lucky to have the privilege of not only being one of Donna's students, but later a friend as I helped with production of the 2nd grade musicals. Her kindness, generosity, and sincerity have left a lasting mark on me and countless others.
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Ryan Moran
I am so very sorry for the loss. I am thinking of my dearest friends Kara, Richie, and Ellen as they grieve and remember Donna's life. I am holding each of you in the light. All my love, Ryan
09/03/2024
Nancy Murphy-Petrella
Offering my sincerest condolences to Donna's family and friends. She has finished the race and obtained the prize, life eternal with her Savior Jesus Christ
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Rick DiCarlo
Rest now Donna. Grateful for your touch in our lives. Love, Rick, Chris, Hillary & Alison DiCarlo
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Janice McCarthy
Donna was a such a kind person that made an impact on so many lives during her many years of teaching. Mat she rest in eternal peace.
09/03/2024
Kenny and Lisa Wells
Our thoughts and prayers are with Donnas family and friends. We are grateful to have known Donna. She gave so much of her life to children and will never be forgotten.
09/03/2024
Tony & Mary Ellen Colabella
Ardito FamilyWe are sorry for your loss.
09/03/2024
Donna Chichick
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna was a very sweet person & she will be missed. May she rest in peace
09/03/2024
DavidQuattrochi
It was a privilege to work with Ms. Ardito for 9 years. She was a very talented teacher who made such a positive impact on her students. She touched so many livesthank you for the memories Dr. Q
09/03/2024
Bill and Valerie Crowe, Summerfield, FL
We extend our deepest condolences to Donna's family.
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Patti & Francis Mannarino
May Donna's Heart of Gold be remembered by memories of her friendship that will be always treasured! May happy memories carry the family through this sorrowful time.
09/03/2024
Mike Berarducci
Rest in peace Donna, because the thousands of students and people you taught, made the world a little better due to you.
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