Donna Marie R. Verbaarschott's Obituary
January 17, 1931 - May 15, 2018. Donna Marie R. Verbaarschott. Age 87, of Bradford Woods, formerly of Pleasant Hills, peacefully passed away at UPMC Passavant surrounded by family. Beloved wife of Theodore (Ted) Verbaarschott for 52 years. Mother of Janice Talaga, (Tim) , Dirk, Leigh Ann, Daria Allen, (John), Kurt (Traci) and Karl.
Grandmother of Danielle Walden (Ian), Ashley Grzelewski (Rich), Brandon Talaga, Vanessa and John Theodore (JT) Verbaarschott, Konrad, Annika and Johanna Verbaarschott.
Great grandmother of Zoe and Emma Walden. Will, Shayne, Violet and Grzelewski.
Sister of Robert (Bob) Murphy and the late Audrey Matthews.
Daughter of the late August Rausch and Sarah Murphy.
She was a wonderful wife, an amazing mother, grandmother and great grandmother. A friend to many. A life-long member of St. Elizabeth Parish. A few of her great joys were traveling the country with Ted as well as spending time with family and friends.
Some of Her time was spent reading, gardening, baking and shopping. She also grew to enjoy tummy rubs with Tank the wonder dog!
Her joyous spirit was contagious and affected everyone around her. Mom will be truly missed, yet we know that her soul lives on with the Lord. Her love will remain in our hearts forever.
Memorial mass will be held on Friday, May 18th at 10am. at St. Elizabeth Church, 1 Grove Place, Pleasant Hills, PA.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Elizabeth Parish in Donna's name.
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