Donna E. Chase

Donna E. (Gardner) Chase, 90, of Southington, passed away peacefully at Southington Care Center on Saturday, March 11, 2023. She was the beloved wife Norris A. Chase, who predeceased her in 2002.

Donna was born on September 16, 1932 in Masardis, ME to the late Owen and Iva (Snow) Gardner.

After marrying the love of her life, Donna became a homemaker, raising 6 daughters. She enjoyed crosswords and puzzles. She was known for being an avid bowler in her younger days.

Donna is survived by her daughters, Sharon Emery and her husband Jimmy of Southington, Brenda Hoffman and her husband Charles of Bristol, Patricia Chase of Plantsville, Deborah Wilcox of Vernon, and Sheila Berdebes of Ellington. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

In addition to her husband and parents, Donna was predeceased by her daughter, Noreen Goulet, her brother, Donald Gardner, her sister, Greta Paszek and her son-in-law, William Wilcox Sr.

A graveside service will be held at 12 noon, on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in South End Cemetery, 200 South End Rd., Southington. Memorial Calling Hours will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Monday, March 20, 2023 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.