Obituary of Donna Marie Bowden (Hoy)

Passed peacefully into the arms of “The Good Lord” at Victoria Hospital surrounded by her whole family, on Saturday, June 30, 2012 in her 76th year. Donna leaves behind the love of her life for over 59 years, Donald William Bowden, who she cherished with every beat of her heart. The most wonderful mother of Larry (Valèrie) and Randy (Maria) Bowden. Donna was the most proud gramma to Josh, Sheena, Paul, Sara, Lauren and Julia Bowden. Beloved daughter of Cap and Edith Hoy. Loving sister of Doris and Bill Knight, Delina and Earl Teskey, and Tim Hoy. Fondly remembered by her brothers and sisters-in-law: Dolly Hoy, Bob and Doreen, Terry and Sharon, Pat and Bill Wheeler, Marilynn, Sharon and Marty LaClair, Gary, Diane and Gene Martin, and Brenda and Wayne Simpson. Preceased by her brothers Clarence, Bob and Terry as well as her brothers and sisters-in-law: Marg and Chub Edward, Wanda Young, Marvin and Audrey, and Valarie Bowden. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Donna are asked to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer Society. We want to thank Donna for all she has done for us, from helping raise all her grandchildren, to making her infamous apple pies and butter tarts. She was truly loved and will be forever missed.