Service Details
A celebration of life is planned at the Pembine Cemetery (8044 Cemetery Road Pembine, WI 54156) at 12 noon on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Donna Mae (Groy) Winchell, born November 19th, 1945 in Beecher WI, was peacefully called by the Lord on May 3, 2025 to join her husband, Walter E. Winchell, her parents Max and Dorothy Groy, and her brother James Groy. Donna met Walter at the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee and married August 28, 1965. They enjoyed nearly 60 beautiful years together.
Known for her radiant smile and abundant happiness, Donna had a gift for making those around her feel special. She spent her life spreading kindness and leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be deeply missed by her children, Walter William Winchell, Lisa Marie (Winchell) Swendrowski, and Teddy Allen Winchell.
She also leaves behind sisters Janice (Groy) Winchell, Pheris Groy, Carolyn (Groy) Born, and brother Lawrence Groy, and was blessed to have abundant grandchildren and great grandchildren that she loved and adored. Along with nephews, nieces, and other family and friends, she will be greatly missed.
Donna enjoyed assisting residents at the Peshtigo Senior Center, Elvis Presley, cooking, reading, birdwatching, gardening, playing cards, coloring, and watching CSI, home and cooking shows. She also greatly enjoyed scrapbooking and family genealogy. Her favorite color was burgundy, and her favorite song was “One More Day” by Diamond Rio.
Her memory will be held in the hearts of all who knew her.
A celebration of life is planned at the Pembine Cemetery (8044 Cemetery Road Pembine, WI 54156) at 12 noon on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
David and Regina and Cody Brent says
Donna you and Wally always treated me like a Son. You took me into your home and always made me feel like I was one of your children and I will always be grateful for that.. I’m going to Miss you both very much and I’ll always think about you both RIP both of you Love You both very much ❤️❤️❤️❤️