December 22, 1961 – July 12, 2021 (59 years) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Noreen Howes on Monday, July 12, 2021. Donna was surrounded by her family and loved ones in her final days and passed peacefully at home after fighting a three-year battle with ALS. Best friend and beloved wife of Darren Howes for 31 years. Devoted, loving mother to Lucas (Ashley), Nicholas, and Curtis (Brittney). Proud grandmother to Brayden, Noah, Aaliyah, Isaac and Quinn. Beloved daughter to Dawson Thompson and the late Kathleen Thompson. Predeceased by mother and father-in-law Miriam and Gerald Howes. Dear sister to Grant Thompson (Carla), Glen Thompson (Ellen), and Carolyn White (Darren). Loving aunt to Quinton, Leenza, Dawson, Rachel and Emmy. Great aunt to Henry and Grace. Donna was a loving, hardworking woman and deeply devoted to her family. She poured her heart and soul into raising her boys, looking after her husband and best friend Darren and tirelessly taking care of her mother and in-laws as they aged. Donna inherited her mother’s green thumb and took great pleasure in her beautiful flower gardens and taking care of the many birds that visited her feeders. Donna also…
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