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Donna Whitehead Obituary

Whitehead, Donna Marie (Oswald) 59, of Las Vegas, NV, entered into eternal rest on August 31st after a brief, but hard fought, battle with brain cancer. The oldest child of Michael and Myrtle (Kornecki) Oswald, Donna was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 27th, 1954. Donna graduated in 1972 from Maria High School and worked at Holy Cross Hospital and South Stickney Sanitary District. In 1975 she met and married the love of her life, Michael Whitehead Sr. a former Burbank, IL Firefighter. They spent 39 wonderful years together. After 44 years in Chicago, Donna, her husband, and two children moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998. Donna worked as an Executive Secretary for Clark County, NV for 15 years and will be remembered fondly by her co-workers in the Facilities Department as "Momma Donna" for her advice and ever-available shoulder to cry on. Donna could often be found volunteering, traveling, visiting Disney, watching the Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks games, or enjoying a glass of wine with good company in her spare time. Above all else Donna adored spending time with her precious grandchildren. Her memory will be forever cherished by her beloved husband, Michael Sr.; son, Michael Jr. (Jami); daughter Kimberly (Scott); treasured grandchildren, Marissa, Michael III, Addison, Gabriela, Kelie, Ashley and Jacob; siblings, Tina, Kenneth, Michael, Laura, and Barbara; nieces and nephews; many cousins; and the wonderful friends she made over the years. Services and visitation will be held at Palm Mortuary Cheyenne at 7400 West Cheyenne Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89129 on Saturday, September 6th from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. Donations to Donna's Go Fund Me page (http://www.gofundme.com/FFHelpingDonna) are appreciated in lieu of flowers. The family will host a gathering after the services and all who loved Donna are invited to attend.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 5, 2014.

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September 25, 2014

Dear Mike -
So sorry for your loss. Donna will always be remembered on 85th Place in Burbank. She was a wonderful person & will never be forgotten.
Glenn Martinek & family

Gena Crunden

September 11, 2014

Donna, You were so much fun to be around. My heart hurts for your family and I will really miss you. Rest well my friend.

September 10, 2014

Donna was a very special lady who will be remembered and missed by her friends in Burbank.

Sylvia Wallenberg

September 8, 2014

Donna the world will be lonesome without you. Thanks for all the laughs and memories we shared in Burbank. I have always considered you a special friend even when you moved away to Vegas. Rest well, my friend we will all be there with you, Save me a chair

September 6, 2014

Donna was one of the finest people I ever worked with and the most genuine. She will be missed by everyone whose life see has touched! Bubba Gump and the water taxi rides will never be forgotten. We Love You!!

The Parker's

Kathy Parker

September 6, 2014

Although I haven't seen Donna since high school, the entries in this guest book make it clear that she was the same loving, sweet, fun-loving classmate that we knew. Praying for peace, healing and many fond memories for those whose lives she touched and changed forever.

Christmas

Jami Whitehead

September 6, 2014

Scott Garrett

September 6, 2014

I will always remember how well you treated me. You will always live on in my heart and memories.

Marianne Bingham Serrambana

September 6, 2014

I was also student of Maria High School 72' and remember Donna well. Very sweet person. I wish her family peace.

September 5, 2014

Baby, after tomorrow I ask that you will be the light when all-around me will be DARK. You Said you will come and get me when it is my turn to enter the gates of heaven. I LOVE YOU BABY AND ALWAYS WLL-Your Husband for 39 yrs Mike

Nancy Pratt

September 5, 2014

What a heartbreaking loss for her family, friends and co-worker friends. We all have a hole that cannot be filled. Donna was and is loved by all whose lives she touched. Memories of her will live on forever and put a smile on the faces of those she has temporarily left behind. Although I won't be able to attend her services - to Kim and the entire Whitehead family - my thoughts and prayers for love and strength are being sent to all of you. May your special angel help you all through the days to come.

Nicole Caldwell

September 5, 2014

You are forever in our hearts and you will be missed. Rest in Peace.

Michael Green

September 5, 2014

Donna was awesome. Always willing and happy to help her department staff and management with whatever they needed to get the job done. Always willing to take on new and different assignments and activities. Always watching out for the workers, and working behind the scenes with management to do what it took to get the workers what was best for them. She will be so missed. My thoughts and prayers for Donna, her family and her "extended family" at the County.

Connie Lee

September 5, 2014

I was priviledged to know this sweet & beautiful lady. You will be missed by so many...miss seeing your smiling face when I visit Central Plant. Heaven is so much luckier now that you're there. XOXO

Susan Perri

September 5, 2014

Donna was one of those few women who brightened the room as she entered...her smile and laughter was amazing and contagious. I still expect to see her come around the corner and ask if I found any new recipes. She was the genuine article. She was beautiful, smart, funny, loving, and she will be missed...thank you, Donna, for being part of our lives. I miss you...

Jen Collins

September 5, 2014

Donna was a beautiful soul who loved and accepted everyone for who they were. I am honored to have known her and will miss her deeply. My love and deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Whitehead and Oswald family as well as everyone that she has touched. Rest In Peace Donna.

Tony & Roni Cortez

September 5, 2014

With sympathy in the loss of Donna. Hoping you find comfort in the love of family and friends. We will keep you and your family in our prays.

penny mcclarin

September 5, 2014

I will always remember the fun time in Disneyland. I can still see her smiling and laughing with all of us! <3

Fun with Donna in Vegas!

Nancy Wheeler

September 5, 2014

Donna, we were best childhood friends who lived 5 doors down from each other and spent a lot of time together in those days. We did all the silly things two girlfriends did growing up and made many memories in that time. We stood up to each others weddings, then time separated us. Years later, we met again on my trips to Vegas and talked over good times. It was fun knowing you and making all those memories together. Rest in peace my friend, and know I will always remember you. My condolences to the Whitehead family for their loss. I am grieving along with all of you, more than you know.

September 5, 2014

My heart was broken when I heard of Donna's battle and loss. I shared many wonderful memories with Donna when we lived on Fairfield. One of the special things we would do was have a big birthday party together. Her birthday was the 27th and mine was the 29th. I will always think of her with the brightest smile. We were blessed to have such loving neighbors and family. Those were the days. God Bless you Donna. You will be missed by all. Your Friend Linda Motto Geslak

We LOVED DISNEY

Mike Whitehead

September 5, 2014

To My Love, I couldn't find a card in the last 40 yrs, and Hi BABY…….I don't think I will find another card in the next 40 yrs. that says what my heart feels and says for you. So I will say I LOVE you and always will You are my light when all around me is dark. I LOVE YOU

Blanch Beckes

September 4, 2014

I only met her once at Disneyland trip with Shauna.
She was happy and smiling all the time.
Had fun with her, Kim , and Shauna.
Peace go with her
Blanch

Sarah Stevens

September 4, 2014

She was the glue, a matriarch, a mentor, a confidante', a friend, a mom, a wife, a grandma, a teacher, a comforter, a dear heart...the precious soul whose heart was genuine, and big, and warm...she gave more than 100%, each day, each week, each year, to all...a beautiful smile that would warm anyone's heart...where do I start, when I say...everyone loved Donna...thank you, my friend,my mentor, for your friendship, your care, and the love you showed to many...you will be missed, but I know you're there with Him, and the angels, and Heaven is singing...

September 4, 2014

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. Donna was an amazing friend, co-worker. Our prayers are with the family members.

Benites Family

September 4, 2014

I will always remember Donna's warm heart, beautiful smile and contagious laughter. Memories of our happy times together back home in Burbank, IL will be treasured in my heart and mind forever. Thank you Donna for being a blessing to everyone you met and touched in your life. You will be missed, but never forgotten! With Heartfelt Sadness ~ Darlene Kreil xoxxo

September 4, 2014

The Burkett family would like to give your family our deepest condolences for your loss, only time will heal Diane Richard Rachel Payton ,Jonathon the Burkett Family

William Garrett

September 4, 2014

Donna was the best woman that I ever had the honor of knowing. Her smile and laughter will be missed but not forgotten. Donna's memory will live on in the hearts and minds of her family. She will be greatly missed. God bless her and rest in peace. We all love you.

Maggie Young

September 4, 2014

You are all in my prayers, I hope you all find comfort in your fun memories with your mom and know that she is always with you. I wish I could be there Saturday but I can't, I'll be thinking of you all and sending my love!

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