Donna Rae Bond

Donna Rae Bond, born November 25,1949, passed away surrounded by her loving family at home on December 8, after a long battle with cervical cancer. Donna was born in Tucson, Arizona, graduated from Fairborn Baker High School, and attended the Ohio University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Hearing and Speech from the College of Communications, and her Master of Arts in Education from The Ohio State University. Donna was an outstanding Speech and Hearing Pathologist for over 40 years and was loved and admired by all her students, teachers and school administrators. Donna is preceded in death by her parents, James A. and Ruth K. Soergel of Fairborn, Ohio. She is survived by her husband “the love of her life” of 51 years, Douglas; her two daughters: Kristen Bitonte (Jim), and Kelley; her sister, Diana Bussian (Don); her brother, Michael Soergel (Christine); her sister-in-law, Sharon Kingrey (Fred); her two grandchildren Nathan and Jacob Bitonte; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Donna was a loving, and compassionate wife, mother and grandmother, and was adored and loved by her family and friends. Her smile was contagious and uplifting, and her positive spirit and attitude brought joy to everyone around her. She was an inspiration to all who knew her and her contributions to her family, friends and community were immeasurable. Donna loved being surrounded by friends, family and those she cared about, giving so much of herself to others in such an unselfish way. She was a dedicated member of the Dublin Community Church, the W.O.R.D. women’s group, and many community associations and clubs. She will be forever cherished and greatly missed by all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ohio Health Hospice – Kobacker House https://foundation.ohiohealth.com/programs/hospice-giving , The Dublin Community Church http://dccucc.com/about/dublin-community-church-foundation/ or the Women’s Health Initiative Foundation (WHIF) https://womenshealthinitiatives.org/donate/. A “Celebration of Life” Service will be held for Donna on Saturday, December 17, at 10:00 AM at the Dublin Community Church, 81 W. Bridge St., Dublin, OH 43017. To honor Donna’s bright and cheerful personality wearing vibrant attire is encouraged, but not required. .

Donna Rae Bond

November 25, 1949 - December 8, 2022