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Donna J. Lovejoy

January 24, 1936 - May 28, 2012

Donna Lovejoy, age 76, a life-long resident of Horicon, died Monday, May 28, 2012 at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc.

Visitation for Donna will be at Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Horicon on Friday, June 1, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Funeral services will follow at church on Friday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Tim Worgan officiating. Burial will be at Oakhill Cemetery in Horicon.

The former Donna Jean Weichbrodt was born on January 24, 1936 in Horicon, Wisconsin to the late Earl and Emma (Wille) Weichbrodt. She attended elementary school in Horicon and graduated from Horicon High School in 1954. On May 16, 1959, Donna was united in marriage with Warren Lovejoy. Together they farmed for many years outside of Horicon. Donna was a floral designer and worked for many years in several floral shops in the area. She enjoyed gardening and had a huge garden. She loved to sew, knit, crochet, and do other crafts. She also enjoyed fishing, especially with her brother whom she fished with as a child and continued to do so on into adulthood. Donna was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Horicon for over 40 years; she was a youth group leader at church and a Girl Scout leader for several years.

Survivors include her husband, Warren Lovejoy of Horicon; two daughters, Lori (Richard) Marschke of Horicon and Peggy (Robert) Webster of Stow, MA; three grandchildren, John Marschke of Sioux City, IA, Elias and Abigail Webster, both of Stow, MA; her sister-in-law, Beverly Weichbrodt of Horicon; other relatives and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Harlyn, Dennis and Robert Weichbrodt.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to AngelsGrace Hospice, W359 N7430 Brown Street, Oconomowoc, WI 53066.

The Murray Funeral Home, 716 Clinton Street in Horicon, is caring for the family. To leave condolences, for directions, or for other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Visitation Details

Friday, June 1st, 2012, 9:00am – 11:00am, Emmanuel United Methodist Church-Horicon

Service Details

Friday, June 1st, 2012, 11:00am, Emmanuel United Methodist Church-Horicon

Interment Details

Oak Hill Cemetery-Horicon

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Donna Lovejoy, age 76, a life-long resident of Horicon, died Monday, May 28, 2012 at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc. Visitation for Donna will be at Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Horicon on Friday, June 1, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Funeral services will follow at church on Friday at 11:00 AM with Rev.Continue Reading

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Ellen and Randy Kreger left a message on June 2, 2012:
Lori,Dick and family, Our love and support goes out to all of you on the loss of your mom. Donna was always so friendly to us when we saw her at family get togethers asking us about our kids and what they were up to. She will be missed. We hope that you find peace and comfort in the love of the Lord and those around you. We are sorry we were not able to attend services yesterday, but are only a phone call or email away if you need anything. Love, Randy, Ellen, Carly and Jesse Kreger
Ellen and Randy Kreger left a message on June 2, 2012:
Lori,Dick and family, Our love and support goes out to all of you on the loss of your mom. Donna was always so friendly to us when we saw her at family get togethers asking us about our kids and what they were up to. She will be missed. We hope that you find peace and comfort in the love of the Lord and those around you. We are sorry we were not able to attend services yesterday, but are only a phone call or email away if you need anything. Love, Randy, Ellen, Carly and Jesse Kreger
St. Stephen Child Care Board left a message on June 1, 2012:
Lori and Dick, We are very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with you and your family.
The Robers Family left a message on June 1, 2012:
Lori- Please accept our condolences on the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with your family.
Faye Samplawski Hoeft left a message on June 1, 2012:
My prayers and sympathies to the Lovejoy family on your most recent loss. May all the great memories heal your pain.
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St. Stephen Child Care Board left a message on June 1, 2012:
Lori and Dick, We are very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with you and your family.
The Robers Family left a message on June 1, 2012:
Lori- Please accept our condolences on the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with your family.
Faye Samplawski Hoeft left a message on June 1, 2012:
My prayers and sympathies to the Lovejoy family on your most recent loss. May all the great memories heal your pain.
St. Stephen Board of Education left a message on May 30, 2012:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May God be with your family and give you peace.
Mark and Renee Hessler left a message on May 30, 2012:
Lori - Our condolences on the loss of your mother. I will always remember the fun times I had with your mom bowling. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Steve and Bonnie Aubrecht left a message on May 30, 2012:
Uncle Warren, Lori and family, Peggy and family -- You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We were very sorry to learn of Aunt Donna''s passing.
Jim Dais left a message on May 30, 2012:
My sympathy and love goes out to you. I will really miss my very good friend and co-worker, Donna. I always enjoyed seeing her every day at Bethesda, picking up fallen clothes and hangers. She and Warren were the first ones at my Dad and Mom''s funeral visitation. Jim Dais
Jean Mathiak Walker left a message on May 30, 2012:
I am so sorry to hear of your wife and mothers passing. I fondly remember her from my years of being a Girl Scout. I always enjoyed her enthusiasm when she was teaching our troop various things. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Jean (Mathiak) Walker
Mary Ann Sternat left a message on May 30, 2012:
Peggy, Lori and families my heartfelt condolences to all of you at this time. Your Mom was so happy and enjoyed life. I will miss her in church. She was a joy to have in choir and help with many church activities. Again my prayers are with your families at this time. Mary Ann Sternat
St. Stephen Board of Education left a message on May 30, 2012:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May God be with your family and give you peace.
Mark and Renee Hessler left a message on May 30, 2012:
Lori - Our condolences on the loss of your mother. I will always remember the fun times I had with your mom bowling. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Steve and Bonnie Aubrecht left a message on May 30, 2012:
Uncle Warren, Lori and family, Peggy and family -- You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We were very sorry to learn of Aunt Donna''s passing.
Jim Dais left a message on May 30, 2012:
My sympathy and love goes out to you. I will really miss my very good friend and co-worker, Donna. I always enjoyed seeing her every day at Bethesda, picking up fallen clothes and hangers. She and Warren were the first ones at my Dad and Mom''s funeral visitation. Jim Dais
Jean Mathiak Walker left a message on May 30, 2012:
I am so sorry to hear of your wife and mothers passing. I fondly remember her from my years of being a Girl Scout. I always enjoyed her enthusiasm when she was teaching our troop various things. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Jean (Mathiak) Walker
Mary Ann Sternat left a message on May 30, 2012:
Peggy, Lori and families my heartfelt condolences to all of you at this time. Your Mom was so happy and enjoyed life. I will miss her in church. She was a joy to have in choir and help with many church activities. Again my prayers are with your families at this time. Mary Ann Sternat
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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