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Donna B. Mitchell

January 16, 1933 - July 12, 2019
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 7/27, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 7/27, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the family to be used towards a music scholarship in Donna's honor.

Entered God’s loving arms on Friday, July 12, 2019.

Donna was raised in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. She always had a love of music. She graduated from the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. She was the high school choir director at Waukesha South, where she met her beloved husband Tom. They were married on July 13, 1963 and were inseparable for 56 years. Raising her children and being there for them was very important to her, so she took a break from teaching when Bill and Ann were born. During this time, to fulfill her love of music, she taught piano lessons in her home after school. She then taught elementary music in the Waukesha Public Schools, putting on incredible musicals that her students still remember. In retirement, she was the accompanist for the Milwaukee Children’s Choir and served on their board of directors. Most recently, she was the pianist for the church services at Fairway Knoll. She also enjoyed working with her grandchildren helping them with their musical pursuits. She was a proud parent and grandparent, attending all of their sports, music, drama, and school events. She loved sports, watching the Brewers, Packers, and Badgers whenever she could. Donna also loved golfing, fishing, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends. She was the life of the party. Her family was everything to her. She was well known for treating everyone like family, being sure not to exclude anyone.

Beloved wife of Thomas Mitchell. Loving mother of Bill (Terri) Mitchell and Ann (Shawn) Moore. Proud grandmother of Samantha Moore, Ian Moore, and Nick Mitchell. Cherished cousin of Bev (the late Parky) Parkinson, Joyce (Kurt) Krahn and Kathy (Dick) Runte. Devoted friend of Dona Moore. Donna is also survived by many dear family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Harvey and Minnie Braeger.

A visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin, on July 27, 2019, from 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM.  Celebration of her life at 12:00 PM.

A special thanks to Vitas Hospice and Visiting Angels for their compassionate care and support.

You were a friend to many and will be dearly missed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the family to be used towards a music scholarship in Donna’s honor.

Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Map
Saturday 7/27, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Map
Saturday 7/27, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the family to be used towards a music scholarship in Donna's honor.

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Entered God’s loving arms on Friday, July 12, 2019. Donna was raised in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. She always had a love of music. She graduated from the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. She was the high school choir director at Waukesha South, where she met her beloved husband Tom. They were married on July 13,Continue Reading

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Wm Baird Blackstone left a message on November 18, 2019:
Dearest Donna. I was your student in '63 when you married that remarkable physics teacher Tom Mitchell. You were an outstanding coach and mentor and friend -- Teresa and I so appreciated you and Tom lending us your bicycles back in the 80's when we were back for a class reunion. Tom, you know our love embraces your family. And I thank you, both, for bringing out in me, such as they may occasionally emerge, the better angels so often hidden inside.
Darlene & Roger Bjerke left a message on July 26, 2019:
Tom with Sympathy to you and your family in the loss of Donna. What a lovely Lady and she had such a beautiful smile. It has been 38 years since we met you both through Shaklee. We regret that we cannot make our presence at the visitation for her. We are celebrating 65 years of marriage on the 27th with lots of events going on. May God give you strength and peace at this difficult time.
Joanne Radecke left a message on July 26, 2019:
Donna was a special person who was kind and friendly to all. She related so well to her students and they loved her. Her concerts were so much fun to watch. We have lost a talented, wonderful woman.
Barb and Sharon Bloom left a message on July 25, 2019:
With Deepest Sympathy for the family of Donna. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Take Care Barb and Sharon Bloom
Jim Mitchell left a message on July 19, 2019:
It is hard to imagine life without Aunt Donna. I will deeply miss her loving hugs, her warm smile and her infectious laugh. I have so many memories of our families traveling together, sharing time at lake cottages together and other extended family get togethers. She really, often, was the life of the party. Uncle Tom, Bill and Ann, and your families, I am so sorry for this loss.
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Karen Matulis (Jagodzinski) left a message on July 19, 2019:
Christopher will be so happy to see you. !!
Dr. William & Julie Marshall left a message on July 18, 2019:
We send our thoughts and prayers to Tom and the rest of his family. What a wonderful mother and wife! We remember her fondly from our days living in Waukesha. It's too bad that time and distance prevented us from interacting with the family once we moved to Pennsylvania.
Brigitta Ritter McGrorty left a message on July 18, 2019:
My deepest sympathy to you Tom and your family. So sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers❤️
sue EVANS left a message on July 17, 2019:
My sympathies to the family. My husband Tom Evans had Donna for a teacher at Waukesha South back in the 60's - he really enjoyed being in her choirs. She will certainly be missed by many.
Judith Fohey left a message on July 17, 2019:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Tom. Time changes things but the hurt is always with you, believe me. My prayers are with you each day.
Jan Lynch left a message on July 17, 2019:
Donna was my colleague, my friend, and my mentor. She embraced each child as unique and important. Her talents as a music educator were exceptional. The musical concerts she organized and choreographed for Whittier Elementary children were a source of pride, delight, and hard work. Her laugh was infectious, her generosity unconditional, and her professionalism unmatched. Heaven’s gain is most assuredly earth’s loss. May you find eternal peace, Donna Mae...and may all the treasured memories provide strength and support to your family and friends. I was truly blessed to have you in my life and to be able to call you friend. Earth knows no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Until we meet again...
Dave andJjoyce Sauer left a message on July 17, 2019:
Bill, so sorry to hear of your mother passing. She sure was an accomplished and wonderful person, who will definitely be missed. Please accept our sympathy. We will be at our granddaughters wedding that day in Madison so will not be able to attend the service. Love and prayers for you and your family dave and joyce
Mary Kloth left a message on July 17, 2019:
What memories I have of this lovely lady. From the time my kids had her for music until the time I coached Ann in soccer. Besides her smile was a terrific giggle that always hit the soul. We will miss everything about her.
Tamra Melder left a message on July 16, 2019:
A beautiful lady that I learned how she must have loved by the love her family showed her in her final days on Earth. An amazing family that I was blessed by while helping care for Donna her last week @ her home! She will certainly be missed! May she be commanding a grand piano at the foot of Jesus while the Angelic choir sings and Angels dance before His throne! You were easy to love Donna. Be blessed where you now have eternal life! Hope to meet you again one fine day. Tammy @ Visiting Angels-Germantown
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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