I know that I am not alone in feeling that Donna was like a second mother. She had a way of embracing you and all of your flaws and loving you anyway. Growing up with Marietta, when Donna said that I could call (or page) her any time of day whenever I needed anything, I believed her. She may not have arrived on time, but she was always there. She was our ride to and from the club, our late night/early morning breakfast buddy, our designated driver whenever one was needed. She was there for, and helped make, so many of my best childhood memories happen. Summers at Harbor Fest, the Renaissance Festival, and the casino. New Kids on the Block concerts. Even shooting fireworks out of the car window late at night as a prank. She pushed me out of my comfort zone and was there to hold my hand, or to curse at me, along the way. From high school graduation to my wedding day, she was there. She helped me to feel like family and I will always think of her and Marietta in that same way. Time has a way of changing people and relationships, but the love is always there. I hope that the love and memories of Donna will help comfort Marietta and Chuck and the rest of the family as they adjust to this sad new reality. I wanted to so much to be able to spend this day with the family in person and to pay my respects to my "second mom", but I will be there virtually and in spirit. I'd like to think that Donna will continue to be with us in that way, too.