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1959
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2023
Donna Reed Obituary
(Fleckenstein) Reed
August 21, 1959
June 26, 2023
Donna passed away in Arizona at the age of 63. She was preceded in death by her father Melvin (Moe) Fleckenstein and Wayne (father-in-law) Reed. Donna is survived by her husband Rolly Reed Sr., her son Rolly Reed Jr., her daughter Jennifer Reed, 6 grandchildren, her stepfather John Burn, her mother Roseanna (Rena) Burns, Verlea (mother-in-law) Reed, her brother Gerald (Jerry) Fleckenstein, George (brother-in-law) Cruz, her sister Laurie (Fleckenstein) Cruz, numerous half/step siblings, cousins, nephews and nieces. Donna was born in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Colorado with her family as a young teenager. Donna graduated from Manitou High School (1977), where she met and married her high school sweetheart (41 Yrs) and started their life together in Arizona. Donna was best known for her contagious laugh, bubbly personality and for her huge heart. Though she left this world far too soon and young, she left this world for a better place. REST IN PEACE!
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Carrie Watson
June 28, 2025
Sweet Donna, you are so missed! I miss your beautiful smile that greeted the room when you walked in. I enjoyed our chats and miss seeing you. May you rest so peacefully and joyfully! Until we meet again, friend! <3 - Carrie
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Jerry
July 9, 2024
Dear Donna, it's been a year that you left us, it hasn't been easy. I miss you so much, I am glad your no longer in pain.
You will never be forgotten, all my love SIS!
Jerry fleckenstein
July 16, 2023
Donna, you will be missed by all, please rest in peace
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