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Donna Mae Neal

May 29, 1947 – Feb 19, 2019

Service Details

Her Memorial Home Going Service will be held at the New Brighter Day Church, 1225-24th Ave., Kenosha, on Saturday, March 2nd, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Joseph Thomas, officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In keeping with her wish, cremation has taken place.

The family would like to say “Thank You” to Dr. Michael Mullane and his caring staff at Aurora Oncology Center.

Donna Mae Neal, 71, was called Home by her Loving Savior, on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born in Racine, Wisconsin on May 29, 1947, the daughter of the late Donzell and Mary (nee: Odom) Holt Sr.

Donna was united in marriage to the late Connie Lee Neal on August 31, 2002 at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Racine.               After graduating from Washington Park High School, she furthered her education and became a dialysis tech, working at Froedtert Hospital and later Midwest Dialysis from where she retired. Donna Mae attended New Brighter Day Missionary Baptist Church. In her earlier years, she enjoyed playing softball, bowling and playing darts.

She leaves to cherish her memory, four children, Kimberly R. Love, Stacy M. Love, both of Racine, Johnny A. Love, of Long Beach, CA, and Kelly J. (Alfy) McGee, of Racine; three step-children, Stacie Neal, Sha-rie (Karee) Allen, both of Kansas City, KS, Joseph Braggs, of Kenosha, 21 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, including a special grandson, Michael (Rebecca) Love, whom she helped raise.

Donna Mae is also survived by two sisters, Davetta (James) McBride of Casa Grande, AZ, Grace Witherspoon, of Racine; and brother, Donzell Holt Jr, of Racine; 4 sister-in-laws and 1 brother-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends too numerous to mention by name. In addition to her parents, Donna Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Connie Neal, and sister, Iris Johnson.

Guestbook Entries

  1. Anonymous says

    Condolences to the family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. May the loyal love of Almighty God comfort all of you.

  2. UNKOWN says

    THEY SAY THERE IS A REASON,THEY SAY THAT TIME WILL HEAL,BUT NEITHER TIME NOR REASON,WILL CHANGE THE WAY YOU FEEL;THE HEARTACHE BEHIND THE SMILE,THE MANY BREAKDOWN AND CRIES; YOU WANTED TO TELL HER SOMETHING SO THERE WONT BE ANY DOUBTS,YOU’RE SO WONDERFUL TO THINK OF, BUT SO HARD TO BE WITHOUT. 🙏

  4. Lolita Kimmons Moody says

    Donna was the type of childhood and adult friend you think of and can do nothing but smile or burst out laughing thinking of things we did. Starting at Stephen Bull School. the great summers spent at Racine Street Playground and partying together as adults. I remember one day when an older guy was bullying some of us on the playground. He was actually to old to even be at the playground. Donna grabbed my hand and said “come on Lola.” We went to tell her mother what was happening. I still laugh when I remember how Mrs. Odem, Mrs. Holt and Davetta followed us back to the playground. Talk about end of problem. It gave new meaning to the term “mess with us now.” Donna, thank you for great memories and your friendship. Know that you are loved and will be greatly missed.

  5. Gloria Neal Branch says

    Donna,You will forever be in my heart. Thank you for all the good times we shared. Thank you and all of the family for loving my brother.I love how you all love each other. I will always remember our days going to the thrift stores when I came to town. I will see you on the other side.

  6. Marcus Martin says

    My condolences go out to the Holt, Love, and the Neal familys. Donna was a Beautiful person and she will be truly missed. May she rest in peace.

  8. JAN KUYKENDALL says

    TO THE FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH. REMEMBER KEEP YOUR HEADS UP HIGH AND STAY CLOSE AND PRAY FOR EACH OTHER. LOVE YOU ALL. JAN

  12. Evelyn Smith Griffin says

    My condolences to the Neal , Holt, and Love family God seen a beautiful Angel and was ready for her to come home may you continue to RiH Donna ! You will be for ever missed and love ❤️ from the Smith Family ! To Kim, Stacy Johhnnie, and Kelly may your memory or your mother love sustain, and comfort you always love you guys !

  14. Sally Cobbler says

    So sorry for the loss we share family and friends..Donna you were a good friend and will be missed..Always in our hearts💕 Ripih until we meet again😇..Praying for family🙏🏾 love Sally, Anthony, and Aaron Cobbler💖

  15. Margo Jones says

    Please accept my condolences, Just know that I am here for you, Please don’t hesitate to reach out, Especially during this difficult time.

  17. Dr. Davetta McBride, Sjster says

    Missing you so much. Remembering the laughs we had about various family situations. Always trying to find the good out of the impossible. One thing I know for sure is that you loved the Lord and knew how He moved. You will be missed so much but never forgotten because you will always be in my heart. RIP Sister.

  18. Laura (Tappy) Brown says

    To the Love Family, I send my love and deepest sympathy. I have lots of great memories with Donna, in our earlier years truly a great Lady. May you continue to rest well my friend.

    Love, Tappy
    Laura McGee Brown

  21. Bodacious Gardner says

    To The Family From The Gardener Family U Are N Our Prayers Love You Guys!
    ~Bodacious Gardner 😍😍

  23. John Helm & Denise Helm says

    We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We didn’t have an opportunity to meet your mom, but we know she raised some awesome children. We are praying for your family.

    John (Kenny) & Denise Helm

  25. McGee-Brown Family says

    My condolences and love to the Love family. May God bless you all with the strength you need to deal with your loss. Kelly LoVe- McGee l’m sending this text with much love and a big hug and kiss 😘 from your Aunt Tappy.

  26. Jean Johnson and family says

    Rest Peacefully Donna, you’ve answered the Master’s call. Where you now may rest for all eternity. May prayers and love are with you my cousins. God be with you in this time of sorrow.

  27. Anna Garett says

    Kelly and family, sorry for your lost. Y our mom was a beautiful person inside and out. Enjoyed her waiting on me at Buck’s.

  28. NaDene Winston and family says

    My deepest condolences go out to the entire family, loved ones, and friends of Donna. May you all be strengthened to get you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

  32. Gracie Witherspoon says

    As I am scrolling through the entries for my sister Donna, I see what I already knew that she was loved and respected by many. We started out as sisters and remained sisters,but she eventually became my best friend. She was strong and I’ve always been weak in certain things, and I just pray there’s some of the things that she showed me can remain with me. I continue to pray for her children that they have strength to get through this trying time. I am going to miss her deeply but my faith and trust in the one and only true God it’s going to get me through this.

  35. Valerie Tidwell says

    My condolences to the family, may God give you peace in this time of sorrow. This too shall pass (Yolanda Adams) is what gave me strength during the loss of my mother.

  36. Rosemary Jackson says

    Praying for the family of Donna Neal Aka “Tina ” you will be missed by your friend and sister Rosemary Aka “Blackrose” rest well my sister until we meet again

  37. Terri Wray-Turner says

    To The Love Family, Justin and I send our Love and blessing and our condolences to you. May God continue to give you strength in your time of need.

  38. Deborah Gardner (Jackson) says

    My prayers go out to all in the family. I always had so much fun playing with the Holt girls as a child. They were all so beautiful to me. We lost touch when my family moved to the north side of town, but we always had a good word when we saw each other. Rest on, my friend. God’s Peace be with you.

  40. Donnie Moore says

    Ms Donna has earn the highest award one could ever ever receive….The Wings of Life. May God strenghten the family and now you are secure by one of God’s finest. God bless

  41. Ronnie & Teresa Mcmorris says

    Our condolences to the entire LOVE family, we have been PRAYING and will continue.

    Father we thank you for the years that you have allowed Donna’s prescence to be with us.

    I love you all family!

  42. Ann Neal Hunter -Demopolis, AL says

    Dear Family, words are inadequate in moments like these. Cherish the memories you created with Donna and remember her for her caring and loving nature. Rest in the knowledge that one day you will be United with her again in joy.

  44. Anonymous says

    donna was my siser and i will never forget the good times we shared , i didnt get to say goodbye and i pray that she knew how much i loved her there are no words for how deeply sad i am that shes gone i find it hard to believe you will truly be missed everyday to the family WE LOVE YOU ANITA AND TYRONE

  45. ANITA AND TYRONE says

    MY SISER DONNA WE ARE GOING TO MISS YOU DEARLY I DIDNT GET TO SAY GOODBYE BUT I HOPE YOU KNEW HOW I LOVED YOU AND THOUGHT OF YOU OFTEN R.I.H. UNTIL WE MET AGAIN

  46. Henry & Sherry Tyler Hinesville Ga. says

    Sending our condolences to the Love family God Bless you all during this difficult time.

  50. J. Flowers says

    Dear family and friends, I’m very sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, many of people have experienced the death of a loved one. But there is hope at John 5:28, 29 where it says that all those in the memorial tombs will hear Jesus’ voice and come out. Yes, in the near future we will see our loved ones again resurrected back to life in perfect health here on earth. I hope this scripture brings you comfort.

  53. Jeff Martin says

    Words can’t express how sorry I am for your loss. Please let the memories of the good times with her offer comfort to you all.

  55. Walinda and Terry Lockridge says

    My deepest sympathy to the family. May God wrap his around you and give you comfort.God bless!

  57. Mary Helena says

    I extend my love, prayer and condolences to the family.
    God is in control. May He sustain and strengthen you during this period and in the days to come.

  58. JOENATHAN GHOLSTON JR & FAMILY says

    I WAS SADDENED TO HERE OF DONNAS TRANSITION. KNOW THAT SHE WAS A WARM, LOVING & CARING PERSON. SHE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE TO ME & ALWAYS ASKED HOW I WAS DOING. I WILL MISS SEEING HER SMILE. KEEP YOUR FAITH STRONG KIM, JOHNNY, STACY & KELLY… BE BLESSED

  59. Doris (Ingram) Jones says

    My condolences to the Holt family in the passing of Donna…you are in my prayers.

  60. Patricia Thomas says

    My condolences to the Holt & Neal Family. My our lord and savior grant you comfort and peace .

  62. Janet Mitchell says

    My heartfelt condolences to the family. My hope is to remember the times we had together. May you find peace in knowing that Donna was loved.

  63. Anonymous says

    My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences. God bless Donna’s family and friends and give them the strength and comfort they’ll need.

  64. Anonymous says

    Sister take your rest. You are no longer suffering. Thank you for waiting until I reached you and I know you know that I was there. You are gone from our presence but not from our hearts. I will always love you. You are missed so much.

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