Donna Lee Zant, age 78, of Friendship, Wisconsin died Saturday, May 17, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Richard Eberly will officiate. Interment will be at the Fordham Cemetery, Town of Adams, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Donna was born September 2, 1935 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Edwin Oliver and Cleo (Nash) Stavlo. She married Bernard Wallace Zant on July 22, 1958 in Dubuque, Iowa. They were married happily for 56 years. Donna worked for the Adams-Friendship School District as the head cook for 30 years.
Donna enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, family get-togethers at the creek, baking, cooking, sewing, and spending time with her loved ones.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Cleo Stavlo; and niece, Connie White.
Survivors:
Husband: Bernard Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: David (Kathleen) Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: Michael (Bobbie) Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jason Zant of Vesper, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Chelsea Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jasmine Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jodi Zant of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Justin Shaske of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jessica Shaske of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jamie Shaske of Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Great-Grandchildren: 6
Sister: Colleen (Robert) White of Adams, Wisconsin
Brother: Dale (Jeannie) Stavlo of Georgia
Sister: Kathleen (Kenneth) Draggatto of Hartford, Wisconsin
Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Mike so sorry to hear about your mom. its times like this that we depend on our friends. let that happen. my thought and prayers are with you and your familly.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.
Kurt & Katie
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow.
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderfully sweet lady & will be greatly missed. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy…..so sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of living next to you as a child and visiting with your sister Donna and all your family. May you all find peace with this loss. Terry Moore (Lanke)
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your family.
Uncle Bernard, Mike and David,
What I remember most fondly about Aunt Donna is her lovely smile and her gentle voice. I know that her absence has brought great sorrow to you and to your families. . . I pray that God will soothe and comfort you, especially now.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Keep her memory in you’re heart and she will always be with you.
My condolences to the Zant family for your loss.
Sorry so for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mike and Bobbi, I am so sorry and sad to hear of your loss.
Sorry for your loss..
MIKE & FAMILY~
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Bernard, David, Mike and Families, Our sincere condolences on the loss of Donna. In all our lives we have a friend that leaves everlasting memories and Donna was one that has left many fond memories. May your memories help you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Bernard, Davey and Mikey,
I have so many memories of being at the house or the dunes or the creek bottom when we were little and as a adult. One that stands out was when Donna put me Janette and Sonja on a horse bareback and she was leading the horse around and started to run and all three of us bounded off the back end of the horse. I swear it all happened in slow motion. I’m so glad that my kids were able to experience camping at the creek bottom with your family when they were little. Every time I would see her, Aunt Donna would still pop out of my mouth. So glad I have those memories of her and I will treasure them always. She was a great lady
I am so sorry to hear about your moms passing. She was an awesome lady.
Our sincere condolences to your family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Allen & Kathy Baumgartner & family.
Bernard, Dave, Kathy, Mike & Bobbie, So sorry on your loss. May God, family and friends comfort you during this difficult time.
I have many memories of Donna and my Mom when they worked together at the school. RIP Donna
Bernard and family, you have our condolences on your loss of Donna. I have lots of memories of working in the kitchen at school in Friendship. She taught me a lot. We will be unable to attend the service, as I have a medical appointment in Marshfield. Her memories will become treasures to cherish, hold on to them and each other.
Mike and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May God provide peace during this difficult time and may her memories provide comfort. Blessings, Ginny (Newsom) Batie
To All of Donna’s Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have alot of great memories, working with Donna, at Villa Pines. Always had a smile, and willing to help. May the Lord send you His Peace and Love..
Mike & Bobbi,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike and Sue Moran