Nick, Kori and Casie,
Uncle Tony and I are just so so sad about poor Donna. Such a happy person, and full of life. One has to wonder how and why things like this happen Our thoughts are with you always.

I remember driving past the farm, and I would, occasionally, see Donna, on the lawn mower, in front of her home, or her parents home. I`d quickly tap my horn, and wave out to her, from my drivers side window. Donna would raise her arm and quickly wave back at me as I drove by.
That 5 second encounter always made me smile.
I tap my horn to you, one final time.

You will be greatly missed.
Lorella

Donna was the most energetic, friendly, beautiful person you could have the privilege to know. Her zest for life always made me step up a bit. I always felt happier after chatting with Donna. There’s going to be one heck of a hockey team in Heaven!

Thank you for making my wife into the forever farm-girl that she is. We’ll miss your sense of humour when we visit and you’ll be forever a part of our lives. Our deepest condolences to the whole, extended DeBoer / Kolb family. You’ve touched many lives and will continue to do so in spirit.

Dear Mr. de Boer, Kori and Casie,
There are no words to truly convey just how sorry I am for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Danielle

Nick, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Donna. My thoughts are with you.

My sincerest condolence to Nick, Kori, Casie and family. My memories of Donna go all the way back to public school. We were in the same class almost every year. I remember her as such a good kind person, a great sense of humour and gifted athlete. It was great reconnecting again with her later through baseball and hockey. She never changed…always kind, funny and athletic. She was a joy to be around. She will be truly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Our sincere sympathy to Nick, Kori & Casie and all the Kolb
Familys. Roy and Edna Wright.

Our deepest sympathy to Nick, Kori, Casey, Pat , Fred and all family members. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Love Ralph and Jackie

Aunt Pat and Fred, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Donna, a cherished Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend. I did not know Donna well but the few times I met her it was evident that she was part of a very special family. It is to you, her family that I express my deepest sympathy in your profound loss of this dearly loved young woman. No words can express my sadness for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad and difficult time. With loving and caring thoughts, Judy Mackey (Stan Cameron’s sister)

Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Donna’s quiet smile and strength is something we will never forget.

Dear Nick, Kori, Casie and family, Please know that Donna is at peace and watching over you all. Fill your mind with happy memories and the love she had for each one of you. May you be surrounded by love and the warmth and caring of your wonderful community! We continue to pray for you and ask God to help you through this most difficult time. Warm hugs from Kim, James, Kristina, John & Lucas

Our Deepest Sympathy. May the wonderful memories you have of Donna help heal your heart in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Nick and family
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all. Wonderful memories of Donna will live on forever.

Dear Pat, Fred, Nick, Kori and Casie,

We are very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Donna. She was a positive role model to everyone and a very, very special girl! We always admired fer strong work ethic, her love and devotion to her family, home and to the community! She will be greatly missed!!

“If tears could build a stairway,
And memories a lane,
I’d walk right up tp Heaven
And bring her home again” – Unknown

Our sincere sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers to you all.

Casie and family, Words can not say how sorry we are for your loss. A mother is the cornerstone of any family. Your mother was a strong, determined and good hearted individual and I see much of her in you, Casie.

Coach Scott

Nick, Casie, Kori, and the de Boer / Kolb family,
Our hearts are very heavy with the loss of such a wonderful woman and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Donna was one of the strongest, happiest, calmest people we have ever known. Casie and Emily have been on the same hockey team for many, many years and it just will not be the same at the rink without you, Donna. Our sincerest sympathy to you all.

We re so shocked with Donna’s passing. I just saw her not too long ago at a baby shower. What a nice person she was, very friendly, always had smile on her face and a very hard worker. May she rest in peace!! Our thoughts are with you always!

Sincere condolences to the de Boer and Kolb family.

I first coached Donna on a house league baseball team when she was in her early teens and then a few years later on the rep team. I remember her as a super player and person. She started playing hockey after I had stopped coaching the women’s team, but I hear she was a great player in that sport as well. My sincerest condolences to the De Boer and Kolb families.
Larry Proctor

Nick, Kori and Casie, I am so filled with sadness for all of you! I remember Donna with much admiration and love. She was such a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed……….but never forgotten! My condolenses to all the extended family as well.
Love always,
Aunt Moe xoxoxo

Nick, Kori, Casie and families, We are so sorry for the the loss of Donna. Our sincere condolences to and your family.
Jim, Remy and family

David,

So sorry for the loss of your sister. Thinking of you and your families during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear Nick,
Our most sincere sympathy to you and the girls on the passing of Donna. It was a true shock and made us think of the times when you were both in university and came to visit us. Please know that you have our support if there is ever anything you need.

My thoughts are with you Nick, Kori and Casie. It will be hard to do but remember all the great times too.

De Boer and Kolb family

I am truly sorry for your loss. I will always remember Donna’s smile and hardy laugh. She truly was a good person. I will miss her terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy to Nick, Casie, Kori and all family members.
Donna will be greatly missed by all and her memories will live on.

Sciortino Family

Dear Nick and Family,

I am saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. I observed Donna helping coach a Bantam team a few years ago. I saw positive encouragement and instruction throughout the game. I am sure that’s a quality she carrried forward in life everyday. My thoughts are with you.

Tom Cowan

My Pal…I’ve missed you over the past years, now I miss you more. I’ll remember ALL the good times, boy…we had some fun! My thoughts are with all, family and friends.

I watched a beautiful western sunset last night and thought of what a really great person Donna was. Our thoughts and prayers are with the DeBoer and Kolb families.
Rest in Peace Donna.

My deepest condolences, Nick, to you and your family. My prayers are with you all.

Cathy

de Boer and Kolb Families
We are truly sorry for your loss. Donna will always be remembered
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
May God Bless You All.

When Carter was born, Donna said she was honoured to share her birthday with Carter, but we are the ones who are truly honoured and blessed for Carter to share his birthday with such an amazing person. She will always hold a special spot in our family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time
Love Julie, Dave, Eric, Ryan and Carter

My sincere sympathy to all of your family at this difficult time.
Elaine

I will always remember Donna’s smiles at the rink at 6:00 in the morning when Casie started her hockey. God Bless.

Casie and Family,

On behalf of the entire Orangeville Girl’s Hockey Association, I would like to express our most heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Donna. Please know that all of your friends at the rink are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Barb Mason
General Manager
OGHA

Donna was one of the first people I met on the ice here in Caledon a few years ago, at Monday morning hockey. She was obviously an incredibly skilled player, while I was not. She played against me just strongly enough to allow me to improve, giving me time to try a move. Always the passer, she was a great teacher in kindness, sportsmanship, team play and always a very positive attitude both on and off the ice. It was a shock to hear when she became sick and now an even greater shock to hear of the outcome. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was a great example of how to live!!

My heartaches for your family. To lose someone so young is wrong. May the family find peace soon.
Raymond and June Hodsdon

Donna helped coach my daughter’s hockey team a few years ago. She was such a great role model in so many ways for the girls. We were saddened to hear of her passing. Our sincere condolences to Nick, Casie, Kori and family.

Nadia and Abby Hanlon

To Nick and family and friends.
I pass on my heartfelt condolences. Donna was the essence of, and set an example of, all that is good in a person. Even during her recent struggles, she always seemed positive and managed to smile. Her legacy is one to be so proud of, and will not soon be forgotten.
Jo-Anne Love

I am so sorry to hear about Donna’s passing. She was a wonderful person and teammate. The league will not be the same without her. My deepest condolences to your family for your loss.

To Nick and Family
I have never meet Donna but I heard a lot about her from Val.May all her pain be gone and always remember the good times you had together.
Hilda Anderson Friend of Aunt Val

We are so sorry for your loss and offer our most sincerest condolences on the passing of Donna.

We wish Nick, Kori and Casie the strength and courage to keep moving forward in your lives, knowing that she will always be with you in Spirit.

Our prayers accompany Donna on her journey to the Almighty.

May she find everlasting peace.

Nick and The Girls, Mr. and Mrs. Kolb, Mr. and Mrs. DeBoer – and family,

I will remember Donna as an athlete, a farmer, a wife, a mom. A friend. She was a human being that did good in this world every day. Without fail she took up her space in it and she did an extraordinary job showing us all how to be a loving, kind, humanitarian – at the most basic level – in the home, with her friends and family and in her community. There will be a void – but it will not be left empty for long – I don’t think Donna would tolerate that – her family, her girls – I am sure have already begun to grab hold and continue with her legacy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.

Best,
Stacey

Our prayers accompany Donna on her journey to the Almighty.

May she find everlasting peace.

To Nick, Casie, Kori and the families, our sincere condolences on your great loss. We pray for courage and strength at this sad time and the times ahead for all of you.

deBoer and Kolb family,

I am truly sorry for your loss. Nick, Casie and Kori, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Sincere sympathy to all the family.

Mary Smythe

To Nick and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Donna’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult times

Nynke de Boer.
Leeuwarden/Fryslan

Dear Nick, Kori, Casie and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. No words can heel the sorrow that you are feeling, but we hope that you’ll find some comfort in your family and friends that will all keep Donna in their hearts with love and admiration. She surely will continue to love and inspire you all from above. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers,

Inge Sallaberger and family

To Nick, Kori, Casie and the Kolb Family:
There is a hole in my heart since I heard about Donna’s passing. I am glad that her battle is over but sad that it ended so tragically. I am honored to have had Donna as a friend for many years. I remember the profound pride I felt when she asked me if she could wear my wedding dress to marry you, Nick, and how beautiful she made it look. I was always so excited to see Donna in our travels; our lives did not intertwine as much in the last few years as we both were busy with our families, but when we did cross paths, it was like time stood still for us. I am very happy that I got to spend some time with Donna over the past few months. Her strength and love for her family put me more in awe of her than I was before. My thoughts are with Nick, the girls and Donna’s family as they deal with this profound loss. We have lost a great person whose absence will be felt by many. Godspeed my friend.

To Nick, Kori, Casie and The Kolb Family:
May those beautiful yesterdays help to ease the sadness of today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nick DeBoer and family – We are all deeply sorry for your loss. A wife, a mother to each of you. She played a strong part in the community and it’s a community like the one you live in which will keep her legacy alive. Our thoughts and a condolences are with you in this time of need.

Melanie, David, Paige & Tara Johannink

To Laurie and the Kolb family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know Donna, but I can tell from the remarks of others posted here that she was a wonderful loving person and will be greatly missed. May you find strength with each other to get through this difficult time.

Dear Nick, Kori, Casie and the Kolb Family,

Always a bright smile and never an unkind word, Donna was dependable and generous, as well as kind and warm and friendly. Having volunteered alongside her for years at PJP, I admired and respected Donna for the lovely woman she was and I feel blessed and privileged to have known her. She left us too soon—she will be greatly missed.

To the entire de Boer and Kolb families and Donna’s dearest friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you pass through these difficult days and begin the long process of healing. May the good Lord help you through this most trying time and, if it helps, remember that you now have an angel you know in heaven.
God Bless.

Sandra Chiarotto and Family

I am very sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. I fondly remember my days spent at the farm. Donna is in many of those memories.
Please remember the Wheeler’s to all the family
With warm returns
Melanie

Dear Nick, Casie, Kori and the Kolb Family,

I am terribly saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. She has left a wonderful legacy and has touched so many people.

Kevin Gross and Family

To Nick, Kori, Casie and family

Our hearts go out to you during this time of sorrow, Donna will be remembered by her family, friends and the Caledon Community. You have the support of many during this time of grief, we shall remember the joy that Donna brought to us all.

To Nick, Kori, Casie, Joe, Anna, Onne, Sandy and the Kolb family,

We are so sorry to hear about Donna’s passing. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Titia and Eric

Nick, Casie, Korie and the Kolb family – my prayers are with you all!
I only knew Donna for a brief time but I will never forget her energy, enthusiasm and love of young people. What an incredible legacy she left with all who had the privilege to know her.
Trish & Mikayla

I wish to extend my condolences to Nick, Kori,Casie, Pat and Fred on the loss of your beloved Donna. My thoughts are with you.

My heart goes out to Nick Casie, Corrie Pat and Fred Donna . Seeing all the condolences Donna was awonderful Wife, Mother ,Daughter and friend . rest in peace Donna.

Dear Nick and family,
May my heart and prayers be with you. Her spirit is embeded in you and her love will be forever.
Enjoy and cherish your memories she will be forever in your hearts and souls.
Sheri Gilliard stn 303

Our condolences to the family…our hearts/thoughts are with you!!

To the Kolb family: We are saddened and shocked to hear of the passing of Donna. As a small boy Danny would come over to stay at our house to play with Chris. Danny, who loved a sleep in (as we all do) would call home to see if he could stay over and when he got off the phone he would have a big smile on his face and he would tell us;” Donna said she would do the chores for me” Oh how he loved his sister, Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dan. To Pat and Fred, our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. May your faith bring you comfort and may you find peace in your memories. Thinking of you with saddened hearts Gwen & John Howard

“THE SMILE”

‘Twas not that long ago….
Reunion of family and friends.
Arm around her shoulder,
long farewell to friend.
Eyes behold the brightness.
Heart felt it so.
Now it lights the heavens,
God alone to see.

Dear Mr. de Boer, Kori and Casie,

I am terribly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this painful time.

Sincerely,

Nancy

Nick, Kori, Casie, Fred, Pat & Family

We were saddened to hear about your great loss. It is clear that Donna was admired and loved. We will remember her warm and comforting smile.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her and with you all at this time.
May you find comfort in love’s everlasting connection and may that love lift your hearts, hold you close, comfort and sustain you.

Leon & Nancy Tucciarone & Family

Nick, girls and deBoer-Kolb family:

Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the deBoer and Kolb families at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in your fond memories.

Nick, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Dear Nick, Kori, Casie and The Kolb Family:

I am thinking about you often. I heart goes out to your entire family who loved Donna so much. She will be so missed as she was always around the farm, on the tractor, playing with her niece and waving to all that passed by. Caledon has lost one amazing women and she will not be forgotten.

Big big hugs… Kim Alderdice

Dear Pat, Fred and family,
My sincere sympathy to each of you on the death of Donna. Please know that you are held in prayer during this difficult and incredibly sad time.

To Nick, Kori and Casie:
On behalf of the Canim Valley 4-H club in British Columbia we would like to send our condolences to you all and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. We only shared a short time of Donna life but she has touched many of our 4-H members, their parents and other community members here in Canim Lake. Donna was willing to share with us her expertise in medicated our 4-H animals and it was a great learning experience for us all. Thank you for your time in Brampton and we will all remember you here in Canim Lake.

Michelle Archie, “A’ leader for Canim Valley 4-H Club,
Canim Lake, British Columia

To Nick, Kori, Casie, Joe, Anna, Onne and Sandy.
We are sorry to hear about Donna’s passing.
Wij winskje jimme folle sterkte in dizze swiere tiid.

Joke en Aarne

To: Nick and Family:
Sorry to learn of Donna’s passing. Always a cheery woman, very involved in the farm and community.
Our thoughts are with you and your family at the most difficult time.

Sincerely,
Jim Bland

I have always believed that if you want to get something done, ask a farmer or a volunteer. Nick and Donna had both. I have always enjoyed talking to Fred and Pat and feel terribly sorry over their loss. My sympathies also go out to Donna’s brother Dan, who I have worked with for years. May the Kolb spirit carry on in Donna’s memory.

Nick and family;
We need to cherish each day we rise with the sun as we never know what the next will bring. I know life does not always seem fair as we endure the loss of a loved one. Hang on to all the wonderful memories you have as a family with Donna and give each other the support you will desperately need. Sorry I am not able to offer my condolences in person but please accept my sympathy. Sheila Shields

Mike and I remember seeing Donna at a fundraising event in Palgrave about a year ago and had a nice chat with her. I remember telling her how amazing she looked – always so fit and healthy, just like in high school. And the same warm smile. We are so sad to hear of her passing and would like to extend our deepest sympathies to her family.

Dear Nick and Family,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to your family are extended and may you all find peace and love in the future.

Remember your wonderful memories together and be blessed that you had such a beautiful person in your lives. God Bless.

Sincere condolences to Donna’s entire family. We pray especially for Donna’s daughters, may you feel your mom’s presence, as she is never far away from you.

To Laurie and the Kolb and de Boer families,

My heartfelt ondolences for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.

Dear Fred,Pat and Families,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Tillie Rowley

I was saddened to hear of Mrs deBoer’s struggle and passing. She contributed much to the community and will be greatly missed. God’s continued blessings on you all. In my prayers. Mrs Andrews

Dear Kolb and de Boer family,

We are all so saddened to hear of your loss. Donna was such a hard worker. At every farm visit, we could always see how passionate Donna was about the farm. We are very honoured to have shared your open house with you all and to have captured those family photos in front of the farm that Donna was so proud of.
Our sincere condolences

Dear Pat and Fred:
We grieve with you in the tragic loss of your dear daughter Donna Our thoughts also go out to your Son-in-law and Grand Daughters and the entire family. We emailed Jacqui for her birthday and mentioned you folks to her as we had travelled through Bolton last week.
May it somehow help to know that others care and offer our condolances at this difficult time.

We are ‘Jacqui’s friends from the Markdale area.
Harold & Jane Johnston, David Johnston Pauline Johnston

Mr. & Mrs. Kolb and Family

As lifetime parishioners of St. Patrick’s Wildfield and Holy Family Bolton please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your loving daughter. Our Lady and our most Heavenly Father will bless you and guard you during this very difficult time.

I had the great pleasure of meeting Donna 14 years ago or so, when she and a few others created the Caledon Women’s Hockey League. She was much much more than a very skilled athlete. As so many others of commented, she epitomized sportsmanship (kind, gracious, positive, giving). She live life in the same manner. I am glad I told her such at the end of last (hockey) season. Her memory will remain alive in those whose lives she touched. Number 9 will be greatly missed. My heartfeld condolences to her family.

Caroline Kirkpatrick (CWHL)

Nick, Kori, Casie, Fred & Pat: I am so sad that the fight of the last few months ended with the loss of Donna. It was so hard on all of you to stand so bravely with her and support her as she met each challenge with her usual pragmatic nature. She was a wonderful woman and mother – what an example. I grieve with you. Love Sandy

Dear Nick, Kori and Casie: The thoughts and prayers left here and personal condolences to you are evidence of Donna’s immense presance in this world. She has touched many people in her kind and generous ways. I will charish my time spent with her this summer. The past few days have been filled with remembering wonderful things about her. Forever love and hugs.

Dear Nick, Casie, Kori, Pat and Fred,
Sincerest condolences to all of you at this difficut time. We will remember you in our thoughts and prayers. Donna left a positive mark on this world and we will always remember for that.

Kori,
Shawn & I were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time for you and your family.
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Coach Shawn & Randi

Donna you will be missed!
I was so so lucky to be able to be on the ice with Donna and even on her line as a teammate!
She helped me get my first goal!! Donna said to me “Sherry go into the middle and I will pass you the puck”. Donna was a character in the dressing room – talk, talk, talk!!!
Even playing baseball with Donna she was like a deer out in the field – moved so quickly – she was unbelievable!

My thoughts and prayers are with Nick, Kori and Casie and family.

Sherry

Dear Casie, Kori, and family,
Donna is truly an amazing person. She was always at our sports events cheering you on. I am very sorry for your loss. I love you both and may God give you strength during this difficult time.

Joe en Anneke , Nick,Kori en Casie, wij condoleren jullie met het grote verlies van jullie geliefde Donna. Zo jong en nog zoveel grote plannen. Plannen, die gezamenlijk uitgevoerd zouden worden. Het is heel verdrietig , dat jullie nu zonder haar verder moeten gaan.
Wij wensen jullie heel veel sterkte toe.

Pien en Geert Tinallinge, Holland

Fred & Pat, Nick and Family,
My prayers have been with you all summer and we had all so hoped for the best. My heart goes out to you all.
May the fact that you all helped pack so much love and life into her 47 years be of some condolence once the grief starts to let go.
My deepest sympathies,
Sandi

To the deBoer and Kolb family,

I cannot find the words to express the deepth of my sadness at Donna’s passing. Donna’s kind spirit radiated in her smile and very being. Take comfort in knowing that she lives on in all of you. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Ginette

My deepest sympathies to your family. Enjoyed all the years playing ball with Donna, she was a great player and always gave us a good run for our money. My condolences all thee family.
Brenda

My deepest sympathies to all. Donna was a wonderful person and will be missed. My thoughts are will you all.

Our prayerful thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. May wonderful memories help you though the days ahead.

Dear Nick, Kori, Casie and the deBoer and Kolb families We extend our sincere condolences to you at the loss of a dear wife and devouted mother. Donna welcomed us into her home at the annual euchre party to enjoy her hospitality and mingle with our daughters new family. We enjoyed her vibrant personality, her jokes and her laughter. This summer I enjoyed her company on Daves back deck and quickly realized that this little gal knew more about farming than anyone I had met. Donna’s love of family, of sports and of life was obvious in everything she did.
We miss her and will remember her and her family in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Doug & Donna

Pat and Fred
So sorry to hear of your loss.

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family during this time of sorrow.

Candace, Neil and William

Fred and Pat. Please accept our condolences at this most stressful time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cameron and Donna Dolson.

Dear Pat
I do not know your family but I want you to know how truly sorry I am to hear of your daughter’s passing. She was much too young. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Fran Bones called to let me know.
from a former curler

Dear Nick and family,
My condolences with the loss of your dearest Donna.
I wish you all the strength you need in the upcoming time.
Gijs

Kindest thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you and your family at this time.

In Time Of Loss

Lonely is the home without you,
Life is not the same;
All the world would be like heaven,
If we could have you back again.

A light is from our household gone,
A voice we loved is still,
A place is vacant in our home,
That never can be filled.

May the God of Love and Mercy,
Care our loved one who is gone,
And bless with consolation,
Those left ot carry on.

The happy hours we once enjoyed,
How sweet their memory still,
But death has left a vacant place,
This world can never fill.

How dearly we loved you,
And prayed you might live,
But Jesus just beckoned,
And we had to give.

God gave us strength to bear it,
And courage to fight the blow,
What it has meant to lose you,
God alone will ever know.
-Author Unknown

God bless all of you in your time of need! We are so sorry for your loss!

Dear Pat, Fred, Nick and Family,

We are saddened to hear of your daughter’s/wife’s passing.
It is not something we ever want to deal with…
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Joan and Richard Wand

My condolences to all of you who loved Donna, she was a wonderful person.
I played my first year of hockey with Donna, she was always so positive and encouraging. Donna was so graceful on the ice, she even managed to make falling look good, not that that happened often. The league will not be the same without Donna and her smile which followed her both on and off the ice.
May you find comfort in your many friends and family, and the sweet memories you share.

Leigh Soulis

My sincere condolences with the loss of your dear wife, mother and daughter. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. May the Lord be your support in this great loss. Sincerely Henk Klyn (Salford Farm Machinery)

I’m doing the Toronto bike Ride to Conquer Cancer next June. 200 km and $2500 towards cancer research. I’m dedicating my ride to you, Donna. I will always look back on our early mornings with fond memories.

Love Amanda (Pete)

nick & family our prayers & sympathy are wiyh ay this troubled time blanche&edgar cook

Nick and Family,
Our deepest condolences and our prayers are with you
Tony & Franca

Nick , Kori , Casie and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with the you..

Nick, Casie & Kori
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this time of great loss. Donna will surely be missed but never forgotten. She always conveyed such grace, sportmanship, leadership and talent. She was such a positive influence on each of us both on and off the ice. We are better by having known her.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori, Kevin, Meghan & Joshua Taylor (van Noort)

Nik,Kori,Casie and family,
I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. I will always cherish having played hockey with Donna on the Caledon Queens as she was a fantastic linemate and friend who always gave it all. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Jane Richardson

Nick, Casie & Kori

It is a testiment to Donna and your family to see all of the people that came to support you in your time of mourning. Family and friends will always be there to help each other in difficult times.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve, Cheryl, Kendall, Carter

To the De Boer, The Kolb & The Doyle Families

Rick & I, along with our family Lesley and Ian, hope that you will accept our sincere condolences on your grievous loss.

To The De Boer and Kolb Families,

We send our deepest sympathy to all of you. May you find peace and comfort in the love of family and friends as you remember one so dear. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Glen, Cindy, Natalie and Jessica Rescorl and all of us at Glen The Plumber

Dear Pat, Fred, Nick and Family,

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Nick no words can say how sorry we are – Donna was truly kind and happy person when we had the opportunity on seeing her – she will be missed by all who knew her and loved her

Donna was a tough nut to play baseball against – serious and really good. She took ball seriously – didn’t smile too much so when she did it was delightful. She will be be missed on the ball diamond.
Nick, Fred and Pat, please accept on behalf of my sisters and me, our condolences and warm thoughts.

To the Kolb and De Boer families we send along our deepset condolences,Donna was a pillar in this world and will be missed by all. God bless you all at this difficult time.

It was with shock and dismay when we heard about Donna’s passing. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Our prayers are with you.

Our condolences go out to Nick and his family at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Nick,
We are very sad and shocked to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies and condolences are with you and your children at this time.

Our prayers and love are with you all xxx

Amanda, Saverio and Mia xoxo

Nick and family,

I was saddened to learn of your wife’s passing. Please accept my condolences. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Nick, Brenda and I send our deepest sympathy to you and girls. Donna’s time with us was short; however Fred, Pat and you should be proud of her contribution and the legacy that she has left for the community and the girls. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our hearts are with Donna’s family and closest friends during this very difficult time. We had the pleasure of playing softball with Donna for many, many years. She had the natural ability to play sports, but more of a natural ability to be gracious and kind.
May you find strength in all of your fond memories.
Angie & Vicki

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Nick.

Fred, Pat, Nick and Family,

We were sad to hear of Donna’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to all.

Thinking of you.

Cliff and Helen Kettle
Greg and Jenn Konrad and family
Jay and Cindy Kettle and family

My thoughts and prayers are with Donna’s family. Donna was a lovely lady and I am heartbroken to have learnt of her passing. She was an exellent ballplayer as well as teacher. She will be greatly missed.

de Boer and Kolb family,
We give you our sincerest condolences during this difficult time.

Kori,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Remember to cherish the memories you have and bring them with you wherever you may go. You are in our prayers.

Dear Nick and Family,

We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We hope that time and all your precious memories will soon heal your sorrow.

Sincerely,
The Hughes Family, Mount Pleasant Road

Pat and Fred and family, please accept my sincere sympathy on the passing of Donna. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I had not seen Donna for many years but will always remember her great smile. Her two daughters will now have a special angel to watch over them.

Nancy, Jeff, Joe, Ron and Christine Rogers

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Although we will never again see her at the 8:30 a.m. mass, her presence will be stronger than ever. God bless .

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Dear Nick,
I was so very sorry to hear about your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Fred and Nick and the rest of the Family
I would like to extend my sincere condolences of the lost of your daughter\ wife. I did not have the opportunity to meet Donna but having met both Fred and Nick I know from them she must have been a wonderful person. My heart and prayers go out to you all in this time of sorrow. You know she is at peace with God and in very good hands even though no longer in yours and knowing this may give you the peace you need in time.

Behind every good man is a great woman. Even though I only know Nick through work, I’m positive Donna made him the person he is today.

My condolences, Nick and Family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and comfort you through this.

Our condolences to you Nick, your family and Donna’s family. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Michelle and Bill Windsor

To all of Donna’s family please remember that part of her lives
within you and may you find comfort in remembering this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

To the DeBoer and Kolb Families our sincere condolences on Donna’s passing.

David and Karin Piercey

To Nick, Kori, Casie and the Kolb and deBoer families,
My deepest condolences to you at this difficult time. I was truly saddened to hear of this tragedy as Donna was one of my favourites. I will remember Donna as having that great infectious smile and fantastic sense of humour, always able to view the lighter side of things. We are all lucky to have known such a truly wonderful woman. My thoughts and heart are with you all.

LeeAnne Rescorl

We are so sorry for your loss. Words don’t seem adequate at such a painful time, bit please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Andrew, Laura, Cassidy and Teighan MacDonald

I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Donna’s passing. It’s at times like this when you question how life makes sense, when someone so fit and vital as Donna can be taken so young. I remember Donna as someone who once committed to a task or cause, poured her heart and soul into it. She had an incredible work ethic, no doubt fostered on the Kolb family farm. Like her brothers, she had a quiet confidence, and behind that twinkle in her eye was a great sense of humour and an incredible zest for life. My condolences to the Kolb and De Boer families. Although you will always miss Donna, in the days to come you can take comfort in knowing that you have enough fond memories to last a lifetime.

David and Family – our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time – you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

We had the pleasure of knowing Donna through girls hockey. Donna was a quiet, strong, positive role model and coach for my daughter Katherine, always helpful with a smile and an encouraging tip. Donna always made me smile with her great sense of humour and no nonsense way. Our thoughts are with you Casie and to your family as well.

Tracy and Katherine Swainson

To Nick and Family,
I would like to send my deepest condolences to you and your family. The loss of Donna will be greatly felt by all and I wish you strength & courage to get through this time of loss. As you know, Donna will continue to live within your heart & soul now & always. Reflect on the wonderful memories

My thoughts and prayers are with you Nick

Janet Baigent

I only lived in Caledon for 4 years about 10 years ago. I was extremely fortunate to meet Donna through the Caledon Womens Hockey League. No doubt she was an amazing player, but her personality, values, patience, kindness is what set her apart. I am truly saddened that she has passed away, and her friends and family have lost such a great person. I am blessed that Donna touched my life.

My thoughts are prayer to all of her family in this difficult time.
Lise Readhead

To the DeBoer and Kolb families.

Nick, we we sadden to hearing of passing of your wife. Please accept our deepest sympathies at this most difficult time. You families will be in our prayers.

Rocky & Connie Mezzone & Family

Nick, deepest sympathy to you, your daughters and both families at this difficult time. Condolances to all those, family, friends & community whose life Donna touched in such positive ways. Our prayers are with you.

Dear Nick & family,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Nicole & Tom

My Deepest condolences go to Nick and to all the family.

To the Kolb/De Boer families,

I am shocked to read of Donna’s passing. Here I am living in my little cacoon world oblivious of life beyond my home… believing my neighbours are all well and happy and to read this sudden loss …
Pat, Fred and to All whose life Donna touched…..please accept our deepest sympathy.

We are thinking of your family with our love and prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Such a heart-breaking loss for you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Now the Heaven’s are brighter by one more star.
With deepest sympathy…..Don and Bernadette

Our sincere thanks to everyone for the condolences and support
we received after Donna’s passing.

Anna and Joe de Boer.

My sincerest condolences Nick, Kori and Casie,
Fred, Pat and families.
I know how your heart must be aching and no, you are not having a Heart Attack, sure seems like it. You can question all you want, it seems like the answer is there but there is still the why, why. I am glad I talked to Donna at the Fair and hoped, as you all did, that she would be around much longer. God had other plans, you would not have wanted her suffering.
Bruce got want he wanted, to die farming and not suffer, we didn’t get what we wanted–may seem selfish, but we have the right.
I know that Donna and you have given the girls strength to step up to the plate, evident in appearing at the Classic at the RWF.
Strength in the days ahead.

I’m sitting here in total shock. I can remember so many times talking and laughing with Donna and Nick about the children. She had so much energy, spirit, love for her girls, her life and Nick. Donna will be truly missed – there is a hole in the earth where she stood that may never close.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

Catherine, Don and Rebecca Jackson

Dan & Laurie

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We send our deepest sympathy to you.

Mike & Sharon

We are completely overwhelmed and no words can express enough thanks.

Dear Nick & Family:

We send our sincere & deepest sympathy in the loss of a dear wife, mother, & friend. We started out for Egans Funeral Home on Tuesday evening, but hit a deer on the way, then requiring a tow truck. So sorry that we did not make it there. We also had commitments for the Royal. Donna was a great asset to the dairy industry, and shall be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.

Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost

Mei oprjochte dielnimming mei it felies fan Donna. Wy hawwe in goed oantinken oan har. Wy hawwe altiijd in goeie tiid hawn as jimme hjir wienen of wy yn Canada.

We are thinking about you all.

Sterkte fan omke Kees en tante Cobe.
Lolke en Aaltje en de bern.

Pat and Fred and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved daughter..
She must have been a really amazing young woman as so many people have written their thoughts about her and how much she will be missed. You will be in my prayers in the coming months.
Love,
Mary Angela

Pat and Fred and family ;
Please accept our sincerist sympathy in the loss of Donna.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love
Karen and Jim.

Dear Nick ,Kori , Casey and family.

We are so sorry for the lost of Donna.
Our thoughts are with you, love and strength from Fryslan.
Leafs fan Klaas en Loeske en bern.

To the Kolb and de Boer families,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss of Donna, what a wonderful, positive person and such a tragedy and loss for everyone. I’ll always remember her sunny smile.
Sending our deepest condolences
.

Dear family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Donna. I remembered our holiday in Canada years ago and her visit to Holland. Why?
We hope you get the strenght to carry on.
Hug, Jeltsje

Dear Fred and Pat:
Having just lost Chuck this past week I can feel your pain in the loss of such a wonderful daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Dear Kolb and de Boer families:
I am very sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. I grew up on the Downey and Kolb farms and have only great memories of those days. I was always treated like a family member and after losing my father this past week I feel your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you search for the strength to carry on. Remember all the good times as I do and I wish you nothing but the best down the road.
Mike

You don’t know me I am Uncle Tony and Aunt Vals cousin from England. They told me about Donna and her fight which she sadly lost. She must have been one very amazing lady and there were many people that felt very privileged to have known her.
I send my deepest sympathy to all the family. I know you will take great pleasure in remembering all the wonderful times you spend together.

Regards Christine Welch

We were shocked to hear of Donna’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families at this difficult time.

Margarete & Mike Wiegert

Hi Dave, so sorry to hear about your sister. I always remember her being around when I was visiting, happy and easy-going. Condolences to you and your family.

best regards, Andrew

Fred and Pat; Nick, Kori and Casie

We just hear about Donna this week. Our thoughts an prayers are with you and your families at this time of great loss.

Joanne (Musson) Culley
Laurene (Patterson) Musson
Sarnia, Ontario

Our deepest condolences to the Kolb and de Boer families. Donna’s kind spirit will live on with those she has touched in her life. Our thoughts are with you.

Dear Pat & Fred Kolb,
There’s so much that should be said at this time, but no words seem adequate.
Just wanting you to know you’re being thought about and cared about and praying that you find comfort in knowing that your wonderful daughter and all she means to you both will remain in your hearts forever. This world was a better place because we were blessed to know her.
God bless you
Sylvia Forletta
Secretary Palgrave School

Dear Fred Pat and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna life was filled with giving, what a wonderful legacy for Kori and Casie. Years ago after the loss of my grandfather my grandmother told Mum the thought that got her through the dark was” Be there for the children”. These words have been our family guide.
Through loss and challenges to walk on; to show how to live the best life possible no matter what it offers you. This obviously was Donna’s way.
Our thoughts are with you.
Susan and the Weeks family

i m very sorry that this happen i loved her she was fun to be around

To Donna’s family members and friends,

I would like to extend my thoughts at this difficult time of the first anniversary of the tragic loss of Donna. The passage of time will not diminish the fond memories and love for my Cousin Donna.

Donna was a role model for me (and the whole family) on her commitment to fitness and athletics, strong family values and work ethic, things I really value today from the examples she provided over the years.

Donna and I grew up in separate parts of the country (I was in the Prairies), but that didn’t prevent us from developing a very meaningful relationship. Through our youth, I would visit her annually in Ontario and we would always pick-up where we left off to connect in a jovial and warm manner.

I was recently going through photos from the previous 35 years and came across several photos of Donna visiting us while we were living in Whitehorse, Yukon in the 70s; and those from my visits to Ontario through the 80s. She was always wearing a new hat!

The urban cousin I was, she taught me how to milk a cow, drive a tractor and distribute feed. Years later, I would apply some of those skills working on a dairy farm in Henryville, Quebec with Canada World Youth (a program that my Cousin, and Donna’s brother David told me about).

When I think about a quiet conversation in her living room a few years ago, I am reminded of her thoughtful disposition and respect for others, the mentoring of her daughters Kori and Casie, her mastery of what she worked on and her love of sport. The memories warm my heart!

All my love,
Andrew Pape-Salmon
Victoria, BC