She was born in Princeton, New Jersey on August 12, 1956, the daughter of Garrett and Kathleen (McKendry) Parke, Sr.
Donna had been a resident of Rumford for many years. She was a caring and loving person who became a CNA and worked in Auburn and Lewiston at various nursing facilities. Donna found joy in caring for others.
She enjoyed family gatherings, especially during the holiday season. The birth of her daughter, Tiana, brought her a great joy. That joy greatened with the births of her grandchildren, Alajae and Caleb Levasseur.
She leaves behind her companion, Michael Ryerson of Rumford, her daughter, Tiana Crossley of Mexico, Maine. A brother, Stephen Parke, and his wife, Laurie of Sacco. A sister, Maureen Bilodeau and her husband, Marc of Poland. Two grandchildren, Alajae and Caleb Levasseur, nieces, Jamie and Meaghan, nephews Garrett and Eric. One sister-in-law, Sally Parke. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her younger brother Garrett W Parke, Jr.
Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.thibaultremembrancecenter.com .
There will be a graveside service in the spring 2025 at Holy Cross cemetery in Livermore Falls, Maine.
