It is with the greatest sadness we say good-bye to Donna Corbett (O’Leary) on July 7, 2020.  Donna was born January 1, 1959 and as a New Year’s Day baby, she rang in each new year with heart and spirit.  Donna will be forever missed by her two daughters, Amy O’Leary (BC) and Jessica Nickerson (NS), her sisters Patti Hume (BC), Mary Jane  (NS) Kathy (Halifax, NS) Valerie (AB), brothers Tom (ON), Shawn O’Leary (NS), her stepsister Francine Hinch, Johnny Corbett, Brian Nickerson, Babyface and many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews across Canada. Donna was met at Heaven’s doors by her parents (Mary and Daniel), her sisters Josie Gurney and Loretta, brothers Fred and Steve as well as her sister-in-law Lena O’Leary.

Donna will be dearly missed by everyone who were blessed to meet her.  Our family is grateful for all of Donna’s friends in Nanaimo who brought music, joy and harmony to her life.  Donna was an amazing person who always had the strength to get back up when life knocked her down.  She always had a smile on her face and laughter in her heart.  She volunteered in numerous places over the years, to give back to her community and to help others.

Our hearts are broken but we know Donna is smiling down upon us, singing one of her favorite songs; “These boots were made for Walking” to let us know she is on the next chapter of her journey.

• Date : 2020-07-07