It is with great sadness that the family of the Late Donalda Osmond (nee Smith) announces her passing on Thursday March 17 at Western Memorial Hospital at the age of 65 years. Donalda was predeceased by her father Gordon Smith and mother Cleophus Brake, her paternal grandparents John "Jack" Smith and Julia (nee MacIsaac) who raised Donalda, brother Wallace and sister Diane. She leaves to mourn with many fond memories her devoted husband Norman of 45 years. Her three children; Dean (Laura), Treena, Natasha (Brad). Six loving grandchildren; Patrick, John, Dillon, Matthew, Brennan and Jullia. Sisters and brothers; Audrey, Sheila (Butch), Allan (Sharon), Cyril (Linda), Guy (Elaine), Jocelyn (Larry), Arlene, Colleen (Steve), Dean (Christine), Randy (Sheila), Rodney. Brothers and sisters in law, many nieces, nephews and a large circle of extended family and many friends especially Charlie and Judy Edmunds. In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving friends on Monday March 21, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at East Haven Funeral Home Inc. The funeral mass will take place on Tuesday March 22, 11 a.m. at St. Sylvester's Roman Catholic Church in South Branch, officiated by Father Lee Lainey, interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Children's Wish Foundation or to the Janeway Children's Hospital. Special thank you to the staff of Legrow Health Center and Western Memorial Hospital for your wonderful care. Donalda was noted for her strong opinion and didn't mind sharing that with anyone. To some it was seen as a blessing, to some others not so much. She was always up front and honesty was always important to her. Story telling was her forte, she was captivating and comical and no one could tell a story quite like her. Donalda will be fondly remembered for her sense of humour, her true wit and most of all her unforgettable, hearty laugh. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc., 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

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