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Donna Jo Vernon

December 17, 1954 - May 1, 2023

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Visitation
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 |
Friday 5/12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 |
Saturday 5/13, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

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Service
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 |
Saturday 5/13, 11:00 am

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Cemetery
Brookview Cemetery
Cemetery Ln.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
Saturday 5/13

Donna Jo Vernon, 68, of Millville, DE passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on May 1, 2023, after a 25-year courageous battle with cancer.  She was born December 17, 1954 in Havre De Grace, MD to the late G. David Bolen and Marie (McMullen) Bolen.

Donna graduated from Rising Sun High School, The Class of 1972. Shortly after graduating, she married the love of her life, Tommy Vernon, who she was married to for 47 years prior to his passing in 2020. During their many years of marriage, they enjoyed traveling and most often to Nags Head, NC and going to car shows with their friends from the Hot Rod community.  She was a lifetime member of Janes United Methodist Church in Rising Sun, MD. Donna lived primarily in the DC area most of her life, she worked for 25 years for GO of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters.  During that time, she received her bachelors and Masters degree from the University of Maryland. The rest of her career at Northrop Grumman for the IRS Y2K effort until retirement in 2017. She then moved back to the beach to be closer to her family.

Donna is survived by her mother, Marie Bolen; sister, Dena Ennis; brother, David Bolen and his wife, Stacey; niece, Jamie Dickerson; nephews, John Ennis, Brandon Bolen, Connor Bolen and several great nieces and nephews that she adored as if they were her own.  She also leaves behind her beloved furry companion, cat, Wednesday.

Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas (Tommy) Vernon, her father, G. David Bolen and her step-father, Arnold Brown (Brownie)

A visitation will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023 at the R.T. Foard Funeral Home, 111 South Queen Street, Rising Sun, MD 21911, from 6-8PM. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 13, 2023 at R.T. Foard Funeral Home at 11AM where family and friends may begin visiting at 10AM. Burial will follow at Brookview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Donna’s honor can be made to the South-Coastal Cancer Center, Beebe Healthcare in care of the funeral home.

 

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Visitation
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 | Map
Friday 5/12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 | Map
Saturday 5/13, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Service
R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. - Rising Sun
111 S. Queen St.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
410-658-6030 | Map
Saturday 5/13, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Brookview Cemetery
Cemetery Ln.
Rising Sun, MD 21911
Map
Saturday 5/13

Donna Jo Vernon, 68, of Millville, DE passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on May 1, 2023, after a 25-year courageous battle with cancer.  She was born December 17, 1954 in Havre De Grace, MD to the late G. David Bolen and Marie (McMullen) Bolen. Donna graduated from Rising Sun HighContinue Reading

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Ronnie Underwood left a message on May 29, 2023:
Sorry to learn of Donna’s passing. I didn’t know about it til after the services were held. Her and her family were special to me. My deepest sympathy to her family. Ronnie Underwood
Marta and Jack Belgard left a message on May 12, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. Donna was full of life even while fighting her cancer. She wouldn’t give up hope. We so enjoyed the times with her and Tommy. She can now be with him and they can ride off in their Hot Rod.
Jeanne Brown left a message on May 12, 2023:
Donna was such a good friend. I loved how selfless, caring and fun-loving she was. Best positive attitude of anyone I’ve ever known. Her memory will always remain in my heart. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Wanda and Frank Vigna left a message on May 10, 2023:
We knew you only a few years Donna, but you enriched our lives. We will miss your friendship and your wonderful laugh. You were a brave, strong woman who touched the lives of many. Rest in peace dear friend. Love, Wanda and Frank Vigna
Becky Rice left a message on May 9, 2023:
Donna is one of the best people I have ever met in my life. I am so blessed to have known her. She was smart, kind, humble, practical, friendly, passionate, feisty, honest, dependable, supportive -- just beautiful, inside and out. And she had a great sense of humor, she would keep you laughing. She loved people and lived by the Golden Rule. She knew her stuff -- GUF was her baby, and she would give those developers the blues when they tried to pull one over on the test team; she did not play that. She was thoughtful, kind, gracious, inviting, generous -- one very special soul indeed. Donna had a heart. I worked with Donna on the FIT team, and working with her made an impact on my life that I will never forget. Truly rest in peace, Dear One. Your legacy will speak volumes for years to come. Love always, Becky Rice
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Rodney and Terri vanderzee left a message on May 9, 2023:
May you Rest in peace now Donna. You are reunited now with Tommy. The love of your life
Joan Van Dyke left a message on May 9, 2023:
Donna was such a great person! We had many conversations on Saturdays at Roy’s antique shop when they lived here in Rising Sun. She and Tommy would come to the Smiths for Christmas Eve before we went to church. They always brought gifts which I cherish. So sorry for the loss of a life truly well lived! My sincere sympathy to the family.
Joan Van Dyke left a message on May 9, 2023:
Donna was such a great person! We had many conversations on Saturdays at Roy’s antique shop when they lived here in Rising Sun. She and Tommy would come to the Smiths for Christmas Eve before we went to church. They always brought gifts which I cherish. So sorry for the loss of a life truly well lived! My sincere sympathy to the family.
Joan Van Dyke left a message on May 9, 2023:
Donna was such a great person! We had many conversations on Saturdays at Roy’s antique shop when they lived here in Rising Sun. She and Tommy would come to the Smiths for Christmas Eve before we went to church. They always brought gifts which I cherish. So sorry for the loss of a life truly well lived! My sincere sympathy to the family.
Nancy Rattigan left a message on May 9, 2023:
Donna and I both found out we had cancer over 2 decades ago. Sadly, she continued to fight long after I was cured. She was a lovely person with a big smile and generous heart. I loved her. The world will be worse off without her. At least she will be reunited with Tommy.?
Debbie Gouge left a message on May 8, 2023:
My sincere condolences to Donna's family. I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. Tommy was my second cousin on the Carter side. Donna and I corresponded after his passing. She was such a lovely, strong woman. I would occasionally run into them when I went to Bucks before moving to NC. Heaven has received another Angel. May she and Tommy rest in eternal piece.
Zandra and Mike Shmel left a message on May 8, 2023:
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Rick Gough left a message on May 7, 2023:
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Mimi Mendenhall left a message on May 7, 2023:
Donna was my best friend at work, a mentor, and always a steady hand in a stormy sea. I loved her very much and so appreciated her. My heart goes out to her family - Love and prayers - Mimi Mendenhall
Steve Ennis left a message on May 7, 2023:
Always a sweet lady when we had a chance to talk. She was always there to lend a hand when I lost my brother and Mother. She will be missed.❤️.
RT Foard left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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