June 2, 1949 – April 8, 2010
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Anne Martin on April 8, 2010. Survived by her husband of 37 years, Ken Stepushyn, her children Nicholas Stepushyn(Devon), Megan Misovic (Jason), and Jessica Stepushyn, her mother, Eleanor Martin, her brother Alec Martin (Patricia), sister-in-law, Christine McNaughton, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father Alex Martin and her brother Tom Martin. Donna was born in Teulon, Manitoba and grew up in Inwood, Manitoba. She completed a degree in Home Economics at the University of Manitoba and started her career as a home economist in rural Manitoba. She traveled as a volunteer to St. Lucia and India as a young woman. She married Ken in 1973 and enjoyed travels in Monserat and Barbados. Donna and Ken raised three children before moving to Victoria in 1991. Donna found a career that she loved working as a medical office assistant for several doctors in Victoria. Donna had a love for quilting, and made many lovely wall-hangings and quilts to grace her family’s walls for years to come.
Vigil and prayers will held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, Victoria, BC on Tuesday, April 13th at 7:30 pm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, 4040 Nelthorpe Rd, Victoria, BC on Wednesday, April 14th at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 6V5, Saint Vincent de Paul, Development and Peace or a charity of your choice.
17 Responses
Ken, this comes as quite a shock. My heartfelt condolences and thoughts are with you and your family.
I met Donna when my daughter, Tlell, attended Doncaster Elementary with Jessica. I knew right away that Donna was special. She adored Jessica, Megan, and Nicholas and was always extremely warm and welcoming whenever we talked or when Tlell went over for a play date. She was such an involved parent – proud of her kids but in a very understated way. As the years went by, we fell out of regular touch but would occasionally see each other at Sears. Donna always asked about Tlell and brought me up to date on her kids and on Ken. I will never forget Donna’s calmness, her shining integrity and her beautiful smile. I’m so very sorry.
Laura Langston
Ken, Nicholas, Megan, and Jessica.
I’m so very sorry to read of Donna’s passing. I have many fond memories of her when you first moved to Victoria.
I hold all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Gwendolyn Carnell
On behalf of my children David and Paul I would like to offer my condolences for your loss. I met Donna at Doncaster school when David and Megan were in school together. I admired her as a wonderful mother and a great role model for her children. I can only hope that the memories you have of her help sustain you in your grief.
I’m sorry to hear of the passing of Donna. I was privileged to have know Donna for the limited time I did. My thought and prays are with you all at this difficult time.
Pat
Dear Ken and family:
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We remember Donna fondly and will miss her.
We offer you our heart felt condolences.
Jerry and Janine Yip
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Donna will be sadly missed.
Mark, Clara, Taylor and Adrianna Griffin
Dear Family of Donna:
I never knew Donna as a friend, I knew here as Dr. McCracken’s right hand!!! She was always cheerful, knew who you were by your voice and always made you feel safe as soon as you walked into the office no matter how bad you felt. She fought a long battle with cancer and I was so excited when I called to make an appointment with the new doctor, Donna answered the phone!!!!
Donna was a remarkable woman and I know her memories will bring warmth to your hearts and smiles to your faces.
On behalf of the entire Stewart family please accept our heartfelt sympathy and thank you for sharing Donna with all of us.
Ken and family;
It is with deep sadness that we read of Donna’s passing. We hope that soon your grief will be replaced with the wonderful memories you must have of your life with Donna.
Fondly,
Larry and Sharon Cole
Ken, I am at a loss for words. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.