Donna Lee Scott
April 23, 1942 - September 14, 2008

"Looking to you for strength as alwaysSome parts of life are amazingly beautiful though, Uou never told me being a Nana was this GREAT! The only thing that would make it better was if you were here. The twins would really make you laugh! I would give anything to have you here for this!"

"Just thought I would share with you, that you are going to be a great grandmother! Despite what Mikey says its not Britt! Jason is having his first child, Charlie was so happy he cried. I wish you were here to be a part of this. I just wish you were here. Everyday, I wish you were here. Life is so empty without you! Did I ever thank you for how much you taught me......"

"Everyday I still hope that this is the day you come home from your little vacation in the sky. I still feel you, hear you and smell you. I talk to you all the time too, and you talk back sometimes. I hope it is you, sometimes I think it is just that I know you so well I know how you would answer me. Now Lisa has to face all of this, and if you have any connections up there or any way you can make this easier for her, please do what you can. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy, much less somebody I love as much as Lisa. I love and miss you as much as ever, I wish you could come home. Please???"

"Things just don't get any better. You were the glue that held us all together and everything feels like it has fallen apart. I always thought we were the luckiest family in the world to have each other, now I feel like I have no family. I wish you could come home. My heart feels like it has broken in a million pieces and only you can fit the pieces back together. I just want to be a family again. I love you so much. I want to go camping, I just want to buy you that shirt I saw at TJ Maxx that reminded me of you. I see Daffodils and I want to bring them to you, and all the Easter decorations that you always loved. Most of all I need to see you smile and hear you laugh....please???"

"Dina & family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. It is such a sad time to lose someone close to us. I remember your Mom Dina when we used to hang out as kids and you lived off of Kay St. She was always so very kind. I myself went through the loss of my Mom this past May and it's so very hard, but you must remember to cherish all the good times you had with her and keep all of her memories alive. I know she left a very special family behind to do so! God bless!"

"To the Scott family: My deepest condolences are with you all during this difficult time. Donna was a wonderful person who always filled the room with laughter. She will be greatly missed. May the Lord be with you during your path to healing your hearts. God Bless. Sincerely, Denise Miller DeJesus"

"TO THE SCOTT FAMILY; I worked with Donna for approximately 6 years. She was a very pleasant lady and would always go out of her way to help with issues!! I'm sorry for your great loss!! Al."

"Dear Mike,Dena,Sara,Angie I am so saddened to learn of Donna's passing. Many years ago Donna was my confident and friend in working together at Sullivan School. But it was her inviting me to your home many times and getting to know all of you that made our friendship special. Donna had a heart that took everyone in and she loved every minute of it. Know that I feel your loss. I remember each one of you with warm, loving memories. God Bless you."

"THE SCOTT FAMILY, MY HEART ACHES FOR EACH OF YOU. I PRAY THAT OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST COMFORTS YOU ALL THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME IN YOUR LIVES. I WILL CHERISH THE MEMORIES OF BEING WITH ALL OF YOU AS A CHILD ON KAY STREET,POLICE PARADE COOKOUTS,CAMPING AS A CHILD AND WHEN YOU INVITED ME TO SHARE WITH MY CHILDREN THE LOVE OF YOUR FAMILY AFTER THE PASSING OF MY BELOVED FATHER. DONNA ALWAYS KNEW HOW TO COMFORT ONES PAIN WITH HER THOUGHTFUL WORDS. I AM BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HER AND THANKFUL THAT SHE CONSIDERED ME PART OF HER FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS HER AND GIVE HER REST. LOVE ALWAYS, MISSY"

"Uncle Mike, Aunt Donna was a special woman who cherished and loved her family very much. I spoke with her a few times before her passing. In one conversation she was telling me about a camping trip she was on with you recently, and how her kids and grandkids were all coming out to meet you. She kept saying how beautiful and peaceful it was there and how she loved it so. Aunt Donna was and always will be such an awesome person. She always spoke highly of you and your family and she loved you all so very much. I am proud to say she was my Aunt. Love, Yvonne, Rich, Courtney, Vincent and her youngest sister Joanne"

"To Uncle Mike and Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Aunt Donna was very easy to talk to and I will miss her dearly. Remember... Spiritual guidance in within your heart, close your eyes and listen and you will hear. God Bless All of You Barbara"

"DEAR MIKE AND FAMILY, IT IS WITH OUR SINCEREST CONDOLENCES THAT WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. THERE ARE SO MANY FOND MEMORIES TO LOOK BACK ON, AND TO CHERISH. DONNA HAS TOUCHED US SO DEEPLY, AS SHE DID EVERYONE SHE CAME IN CONTACT WITH. GOD HAS EMBRACED HER WITH PEACE AND LOVE. SHELLY & KEN"

"donna my loving sister i miss you and hope you are finally at pease. mom always called you a saint and she was right on target as you are and i know that they have those special wings for you and our sister carol .i love and miss you both but i know that one day i will be with you's once again .love you . your sister marian"

"Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time.. there is never a good time to deal with the loss of someone so special and someone who has touched so many lives along life's highway. Donna will be missed. Mike: May God grant you the strength and wisdome to get to tomorrow and beyond. Best wishes to all.. "The Fobergs" Ron, Beth, & Lillian"

"We remember Donna as a very special sister and loving person to all the people you knew!She will always be in our thoughts and will be missed forever!"

"this is for marion corey,linda sherman and cindy im sorry to hear about donnas passing"

"To the Scott family: So sorry for your loss. To my Aunt Donna you will be missed and your suffering is over,you truly are in a better place, I'm sure you are sitting down up there to a big Marley dinner. R.I.P."

"Dear Mike & Family, We remember Donna being a lovely spirited lady. We would drive down JH Dwyer Drive knowing there would always be a big wave hello from Donna. You are in our prayers. Sadly, Ray & Deb Dutra"

"Dear Scott and Wealthy families: You are all in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. We wish you comfort in the memories of the life you shared with Donna and in your love for one another."

"Dear Uncle Mike& Family, My Deepest Smypathy to you and your family.Aunt Donna was a great person. I remember going to the store for her when i was a kid and i got 10 cents. That was alot of money in those days, you could buy alot then. I will miss you Aunt Donna,now you will be with my Mom in heaven. God Bless you. Love Marilyn& Family xoxoxo"

"Mike and Family, My wonderful memories of Donna in the years of our childhood friendship will always be treasured. May God give you all strength in this time of sorrow."

"To the Scott Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. I will cherish all the memories i had with Donna....from the MANY camping trips, endless amounts of Sunday dinners, and MANY holidays spent together as a family. She was a friend to me and most of all, another mother. She has taught me many of life lessons just as my mother has. I am so thankful that i was able to spend so many years as her "other daughter" I will miss her kind and warm heart personality. She will truly be missed by all. All our love and prayers- Melissa De Jesus & Peter Ceprano"

"Flight up to Heaven Author: Kathleen Welsh You are on your way- To the Heaven's above, All below will miss you- But forever have your love. The pain is finally gone- Your soul is now set free, Although you're not with us- Inside us all, you'll forever be. Fly now on your Angel wings- Go and join His Holy Grace, And though earth bound, you are no more- In His arms, He holds your place. And though our tears may fall- Your flight, don't hesitate, For we will meet again- At the steps of Heaven's Gate. We will miss you, Aunt Donna. Scott, Lisa, and Matt"

"Uncle Mike and Family I am so sorry about the loss of Aunt Donna She was a wonderfull caring person and will be sadley missed by her loved ones, She is now at peace and whole again . May god bless you all at this time of Need. Love, Her neice Susan Ashook and her Husband Eli and Children"

"Dear Uncle Mike and family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Donna. She was such a precious, kind, and caring aunt. We will always hold dear the days of our youth, and our visits to your home, or the gatherings at Nana & Papas' little dollhouse they used to live in. Please try to take comfort in knowing she is at peace and with God and her family now, watching over us all. Aunt Donna, till we see you again, "We love you! XO" Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Sherri, Sandi, & Carolee"

"Dear Scott Family and Friends, I want to extend my sympathies for the loss of your beloved. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless, Stacy A. Piszcz"

"To the Scott family, I've worked with Donna for 10 years and she always had wonderful things to tell me about her family. She was very proud & loved all of you very much. She also did her job very well & always found the the time to take care of me when I needed help. She will be sorely missed by many at the Naval War College. My heart goes out to you & please know that your family is in my prayers."

"Donna and I started at the College the same day. She always had great advise for raising a happy, healthy family and would always ask about mine. Her life was much too short for all of us, but mostly her family whom she adored. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. She will be missed. With much love, Chery & Scott"

"To the Scott Family - I was so saddened to hear of Donna's passing. I and my son, Michael Hayes, hold many special memories from when Donna babysat for us. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time."

"To the Scott family: May the Lord comfort you in your time of grief. However, do not permit sadness to keep from you the memories of the joyful times you enjoyed together. Wear her smile and carry her kindness in your heart, always ready to share them with others. Donna Scott was a lady, and will always be remembered as one. May God's blessings be upon each of you."

"Dear Sara and Family My heart is filled with sadness and sorrow for all of you. I only met your mom once at Britt's bday party, but I could truly see she had a big heart and loved her family with everything she had. Know that she lives on in you. Sara, I can see that a piece of her will live on in you and Brittany. All of her love, caring and compassion shines through in you both. Much love Nancy"

"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth -- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up, we will then begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." ~Elisabeth Kubler-Ross To the Scott Family, Our deepest sympathy at this extremely difficult time for your family for the loss of your wife, mother, and grandmother."

"To the Scott family: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your wonderful Mom. I was very sad to hear she left us. I will pray that God gets you through this difficult time with ease. Our every sympathy and love - Christopher and Isabelle Hyder"

"No one can replace Donna. All her many friends here at the College will carry her in our hearts forever. -jacob"

"Donna was one of the kindest woman I have ever know. She was generous and joyful. We consider ourselves blessed to have enjoyed her company and wonderful sense of humor. Mike, our thoughts and prayers are with you."

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you."

"Mike, Dina, Sara, Angie and Mikey I was so shocked to learn of Donna's passing. From the first time I met you all 20 some years ago you all made me feel at home and I knew that Bethany was in the best daycare possible with Donna. She had a very special talent in taking care of children and you Big Mike. Donna helped shape Bethany into the woman she is today. We are both devestated by her loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. Donna was one in a million who made you a better person for being her friend and her family's friend. We will never forget her and all of you. We will carry her in our hearts and memories for eternity. Donna will be watching over all of us. Faith and Bethany"

"Donna, You were one of a kind - a very special person!!! We all will miss you and your sweet and kind personality - you were always ready to help us in any way you could. I will miss the daily talks we had both business and pleasure those nice camping trips you enjoyed so. You will be in my prayers - may you rest in peace."

"Mike and Family : We feel your loss of a wonderful wife, mother ,sister and friend. We loved her dearly. No matter how much she suffered Donna always had time to listen and be there for others. Please know our prayers are with you. Love"

"Mike and Family I only knew Donna a short time. What a wonderful person! I am deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you."

"Donna was a great person who will be missed. My condolences to all her family and friends."

"Dear Mike, Dina, Sara, Angie and Mikey, My deepest sympathy goes to you and your families. I am still in shock of Donna's passing. I have loved our friendship that spanned over 3 decades. She gave so willingly of herself, she loved so freely and she cared so much for her family and her friends. I struggle with such a loss of a dear, dear friend, so I know how each of you must be feeling. To say, that she adored each and everyone of you is too simple a statement for the depth of that adoration and love. Donna blessed everyone she came in contact with and forever will be treasured in our hearts and prayers. As I said to you on Friday, "I love you, Donna, and appreciate the fact that we have remained friends for so long," God Bless you and cherish you and your family always. Love and deepest sympathy, Linda A. Lannie-Carpenter"

"Dina & Bob, So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you. Love, Joel, Wendy and Paige"

"Mr. Scott, Mikey and the whole Family- I loved Mrs. Scott like she was my grandma. My earliest and happiest memories are with your family. From camping to candy apples for Halloween, Mrs. Scott made us all smile because she truly loved everyone and she knew just how to show us. I could not have asked for a better neighbor than such a beautiful, compassionate and loving woman. I love you so much and I will forever miss you Mrs. Scott-Especially our Friday night Manhattans with two cherries in mine. Keep looking out for me... Love always, Kelley Beth"

"DEAR UNCLE MIKE AND FAMILY, I CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO LET YOU KNOW HOW SORRY I AM FOR YOUR LOSS. AUNT DONNA WAS ALWAYS SO FULL OF LIFE AMD LOVE. SHE NOW IS IN PEACE WITH HER SISTER, MY MOM, CAROLYN, ON THEIR SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO ETERNAL LIFE IN HEAVEN WITH GOD + THE ANGELS. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE. GOD BLESS US ALL! AMEN! XOXO"

"Dear Mike & family, I am so saddened by the loss of your beloved wife & mother to your children & grandchildren. She was a beautiful, caring women that had sunshine in her heart each & everyday for everyone. We lost contact for many years but picked up later in life in hard times just like it was yesterday, When we last spoke because of the loss of our sisters, we told each other that we loved one another, I am so happy that we shared our love over all the years. She was a very SPECIAL LADY. My children & my grand daughters love her DEARLY, with all our hearts. May God embrace her with His eternal love, Ronni, Paul & family"

"Dear Uncle Mike, Dina, Sarah, Angie and Mikey, Aunt Donna was the BEST! She was so sweet, kind, and she didn't have a malicious bone in her body. I don't ever remember her complaining about anything. I will always remember her as the upbeat, supportive person that she was to all. She was a wonderful sister to my mother! Growing up, Aunt Donna was such a part of my life. We shared fun outings like going to parades, we went on camping trips and we spent lots of time at each other's houses together. She was so easy to be around and she loved everyone. I will always treasure these fond memories of times spent with her. As I grew up, my own children loved spending time with her because she showed such an interest in them and she loved to make them smile and laugh. How could you not enjoy her company? I am so sad for you all. Your wife/mother was one in a million. I'm sure she's looking down on us all while enjoying some manhattans or maybe some doughboys with Nana and Papa and her siblings. Although she will be so dearly missed, she is no longer struggling, and for that I am so grateful. Please know that I loved her so much and she will be missed by all who were so blessed to have had her in their lives. Love, Holly"

"I have fantastic memories of Donna from when I was very young. She babysat for my cousin and myself for more years than I can remember. I was shocked to hear of her passing, and will cherish the memories I have of her forever. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss."

"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. From the moment I met Donna, I liked her immediately. She was a wonderful person. Some people think it strange that i can get along so well with Tim's ex-inlaws, but how can you not, you are a wonderful family. Love Robin"

"To the Scott Family, Donna will forever live in our hearts. We were so heart-broken to learn of her sudden passing, but we know that God is in control and He knows best. The human side of us wants to keep our loved ones physically with us, but her quality of life would not have been the same. To Brittany, please know that losing two grandparents within seven months isn't easy for anyone...but know that both your Nana & your Grandpa always loved you unconditionally. To Sara, always remember her smile and everything about her...she's still with you! Your mom was always wonderful to me when I came to visit every fall. Mom & Dad enjoyed spending time with her and your dad when they would visit, too. They all had something in common: Brittany! You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you. She has left an awesome legacy...just look at your entire family!!!"

"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna was such a highlight to my life and I'm truly blessed to have gotten the chance to know her. She was very special and will never be forgotten."

"i will miss you my dearest sister. rest in pease .love you marian"

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. *Todd and Linda Alber"

"I worked with Donna at NWC; what a kind person! My heartfelt condolences go out to you all at this time."

"I will sorely miss Donna, whenever I called down to facilities or went to her office at the War College she was always there and she never said she was to busy. My prayers are with you for the lost of your wife, your mom and your grandmother who cared very much about her family."

"I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Donna's family. I will miss working with Donna very much. Donna was a very kind person. She was always a team player and always wanted every event our office planned here at NWC to be perfect from the beginning to the end. I could always count on her for anything. May God bless you all!"

"My heart and prayers go out to the family with sympathy."

"My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My heart aches for you. Donna was a wonderful woman and I wish that I had more time to get to know her better. I will always remeber when we went to dinner for Brittany's birthday and she was so impressed with my tattoo's that she could not stop talking about them all night. She did a wonderful job with her children and the grandchildren also. Lots of love to you all."

"Donna will be SO missed, the way she came into the lower level of the NWC Library looking fabulous every morning. There will be no one to take her place. God Bless you on your way Donna, we will not forget you. Julie Zecher, Naval War College Library"

"Dear Angie, Ruth Lynn called me this morning to let me know that your mom had passed. I mourn with you and your family. Your mom was one of the best people I've ever known. My memories of your mom and family are happy ones. She took care of me every day for some of the earliest years of my life with such love and care. I've shared stories of your mom with my 2 boys and have even taught my boys to eat tomato soup the same way she taught me: made with pieces of bread put in. My life was made better because of your mom. I will always remember her with love and gratitude. She was amazing. Kim"

"Michael and family: I am sorry for your loss. You and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Donna"

"To The Scott Family, We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you at this very sad time. We knew Donna from the NWC and Matthew worked in her office. Donna will surely be missed. Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" John 11:25-26"

"Mike & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Donna was a wonderful woman and a true friend, I enjoyed our many talks about your beautiful family and our e-mail chats after I left the base. She will truly be missed. My thougths and prayers are with you and your family. Lisa"

"To the Scott Family, My heartfelt condolences go out to you all at this sad time."

"To The Scott Family, I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you at this very sad time. I knew Donna from the NWC. Julie"

"Mr Scott and Family, I am so saddened by your loss. I have known your family for most of my life by now, and was lucky enough to be able to work with Mrs Scott during my time at the college. Please know that I am keeping you all in my heart and prayers. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me. Patti Potter Clarke"

"Dear Mike & Family: I was so sorry to hear about Donna's passing on Sunday. It was such a shock to hear this news. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Donna was a wonderful person who was truly loved by all she came in contact with. She will be greatly missed. I will be in contact with Judy Quinn -- I'm sure she will be deeply sadened as I was. My prayers are with you."

"I first met Donna in personnel, she helped me get a job, that is one factor about Donna, you will always remember her by, always helping someone else, no matter how bad, she might be feeling, she always had a smile on her face, everytime, when I would see her, I would inquire about her health, she would tell me and I would give her a hug. Donna was one classy, classy lady from the top of her head to the bottom of her feet, she treated everyone with kindness no matter who you were. I will miss her, my prayers go out to the family. Even thought, I am not in Rhode Island, I am having Father David say Mass for Donna here in the Long Beach VA Chapel. GOD Bless."

"Dear Mike, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Donna's passing. My heart and prayers go out to you. She was such a wonderful lady and she will be missed by alot of people. She will always be in my prayers. Susan Moretti"

"To a wonderful Person who was always there to help. You will be missed by all who knew you. You were and will always be thought of as a great person. I am shocked and saddened by your passing. Rest in Peace"

"Dear Sara & Family, I was so saddened to hear the passing of your Mom. She was such a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God Bess."