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Donna Kress Obituary

Kress, Donna M. Age 54 of Lansing, passed away on Friday, September 9. She is survived by her two sisters: Barbara (Thomas) Milton and Debra (Mark) Bewley; and her nieces and nephews: Michael, Amelia, Daniel, and Katie. Donna was preceded in death by her parents: DeForest and Mary (nee Kasza) Kress. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 14 at 7:00 PM at the Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Rd., Lansing. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Wednesday from 5:00 PM until the time of services. Donna worked for many years in the Entertainment industry on Navy Pier in Chicago as a creative designer. www.schroederlauer.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 14, 2011.

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September 8, 2020

She was one of a kind. The best kind.

January 10, 2012

Donna was a joy to work with. We were crazy young designers together at Trinity Rep in Providence. She will be remembered fondly.

Michael Harrington

November 30, 2011

Her brilliance as an artist was matched only by the brilliance of her laughter and merriment. What a shining spirit she was, and leaves behind so many wonderful memories for us all. Peace. Michael Harrington O'Hara

Akin Babatunde

November 30, 2011

I am so saddened by this news. Omg Donna I wish I knew she was ill. I feel so disturbed that I have not kept in touch with her and Steve, Bill, Rory etc. This was an amazing family of artists and Donna was our boisterous, vibrant, and brilliant sister. May God grant her spirit peace and evolution. Miss your crazy laugh and artistry.

Kimberly Cole

November 29, 2011

Donna was a wonderful friend and a brilliant designer. I'm so saddened by her passing and my heart is with her family.

November 28, 2011

We are very sad about this. Our lives in the theater were made that much more fun with Donna there. She is an important part of our history.
We miss her,
Bill and Rory

Kay Lentini

November 28, 2011

Although her passing was in September, we just heard. I am sorry for the loss and sadness that you are certainly still feeling. Heaven has some awesome costumes for their next Christmas Play. haha
Kay Kalstrup Lentini

Mark Kalstrup

November 28, 2011

We are saddened to hear of your loss. I can still see her smiling face. She will be missed by all that knew her.
God Bless the Family and those that loved her,
Mark Kalstrup

Steven Kalstrup

November 28, 2011

I am heartbroken by this news.
God bless her family.
Donna was a true artist if I ever new one...
Love, Steve

Mary Hogan

September 16, 2011

Barbara and Debbie,
On behalf of the Wojtonik family; Marge and Joe, Joe Jr., Patty Korkos and myself and my husband, Mary and Mike Hogan, we send you our deepest heartfelt sympathy at your loss.
When you are up to it, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] and I can give you our phone numbers.
I can still remember all of the fun times playing Monopoly in your attic with Donna!

Constance Allen

September 15, 2011

Donna - Prayers that you continue to "Follow the Stars". Peace.

Ann and Greg

September 15, 2011

Dear Barbara and Debbie, I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. Please call me, I am in the Indiana phonebook. Greg and I would love to talk to you! Our deepest sympathies.

kennedy

September 14, 2011

To the family of Donna Kress you have my sympathy for your loss. The God of all comfort invites you to "throw all your anxiety upon him, because he cares for you."-1Peter 5:7

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