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Donna King Obituary

King, Donna Marie (nee Karas), 58 of Grayslake, formally of Clarendon Hills and Downers Grove, IL passed away March 8, 2013. Beloved wife of Raymond C. King; loving mother of Zachary R. (Amie), and Andrew D. (Courtney) King; cherished grandmother of Kara, Samantha, Maggie, and Charlie King; fond sister of Cynthia (Gary) Blake, Karen Taubery, and Leonard C. Karas, and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Virginia Karas. Visitation 3-8PM Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at the Symonds Lakes Funeral Home 111 W. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030, Funeral Wednesday, March 13, 11AM mass at the St. Ralphael the Archangel Church (Rt. 173 1/2 mile east of Rt. 45) Old Mill Creek. Interment Private. Memorial Contributions c/o Catholic Charities 721 N. LaSalle Ave, Chicago, IL 60654. Funeral Info 847-543-1080.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 11, 2013.

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Cheryl Roberge

March 5, 2024

Hi Ray and Donna's beautiful family! Where have all of the years gone? I Miss Donna and so many who have gone before me. She was a beautiful person with a beautiful soul. I will never forget this wonderful sorority sister and her gentle and kind ways. I am on my own now, hubby passed last March 11th. May the joy of her being shine in those beautiful grandchildren every day. She is their guardian angel! Love, Cheryl Roberge/Phoenix AZ

Donna & Pat Donovan

June 7, 2013

I have just heard and am in shock. I feel so sad....Ray and sons...we are here for you. Love and prayers coming your way.

Mike Fabian & Family

March 18, 2013

Ray & Sons,
Saddened for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Joe Dote

March 13, 2013

Ray. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife Donna. Prayers will be said for you and your family.

Rick & Laura (Carlson) Goetsch

March 12, 2013

Zac & family, we are so, so sorry to hear of this terrible and sudden loss. We are praying for each of you.

March 12, 2013

Dear Ray and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Donna passing. She was a wonderful lady. Well liked by many. How she loved her family. My prayers are you with you.
Vikki Valentine

Marc Nestor

March 12, 2013

I can't think of any sufficient words. So sad for your family.

Judi Harrington

March 12, 2013

Ray and family,

My deepest sympathy.....I worked with Donna many years ago at McDonald's Corp. I remember Donna's laugh, sense of humor and love for her family. It was an honor to know her. God Bless you all and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marilyn Runde

March 11, 2013

I loved every minute I worked with Donna. She was a joy to work with; she was very kind, caring, and fun. I always enjoyed hearing her interesting stories of her experiences and family. We will miss her very much at work. My deepest sympathies to her family at this time. You are in my prayers.

MIKE VICARIO

March 11, 2013

Dear Ray
I am so sorry for your loss. My Deepest Sympathy goes
out to you and your family. May GOD give you all the peace
and strength you need at this sad time .GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY RAY .

March 11, 2013

Donna was a valued member of our department. We will miss her positive energy and helpful spirit. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to her husband and entire family.

Gwethalyn Bronner
James Lumber Center
College of Lake County

Cathy Riebel

March 11, 2013

Our condolences to the King family. Donna was my sorority sister and she will be missed by many.

March 11, 2013

Dear Ray, Zac and Andy, Our hearts are aching with yours at the most tragic loss of this vibrant, loving and wonderful woman our Sister in Beta Sigma Phi. Love and prayers, Herb and Cheryl/Phoenix AZ

Kevin Finnegan

March 11, 2013

Ray and family, my deepest sympathy in your time of loss!

Merilou Ziola

March 11, 2013

Ray and sons--I was so sad to hear of Donna's passing. I remember all the good times we had when you both were in Notre Dame Parish in Clarendon Hills. Donna was a wonderful woman and a good friend. Please be assured that my prayers are with you.

Kendell McBride

March 11, 2013

Donna will truly be missed. On the days that she worked I was always welcomed with her warm and cheerful smile upon entering office in the mornings. That I will truly miss. She loved talking about her family and those wonderful grandchildren and the exciting adventures they had. Although she is gone so soon she definitely will not be forgotten with her warm and kind spirit.

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