Donna M. White
1955 – 2025
Donna M. White of Ewing passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at home after an extended illness. Born in Dover, New Jersey, Donna was 70 years old.
Educated at the College of New Jersey, Donna planned to teach physical education; however her employment journey took her on a different path. Donna was employed by the State of New Jersey, Division of Law as a Fiscal Agent for more than 40 years and always took a lot of pride in the various positions she held during her career. Donna enjoyed mentoring her staff and always provided them with encouragement and support.
Some of Donna’s fondest times were spent with Joann and their many friends and neighbors either at home or at the Jersey shore. There were frequent Friday night deck parties and holiday feasts prepared by Joann where they enjoyed the company of good friends as well as Sammy, their furry baby.
Donna enjoyed playing softball in her younger days which later was replaced by playing golf. A huge Dallas Cowboys fan, Donna never missed watching them play and also enjoyed watching golf, particularly when Tiger Woods was in contention. Donna also enjoyed gardening and various DIY projects. Donna also helped organize and run the MJY golf tournament for 15 years.
Donna used her incredible organizational skills by volunteering her time in the community. In recent years Donna was instrumental in overseeing the Turtle Creek Peacemakers Quilts of Valor group and handled most of the non-sewing aspects of presenting veterans with healing Quilts of Valor. This involved scheduling presentations with the veterans’ families, selecting the quilts that the veteran would receive and preparing the paperwork associated with the presentation. This group has made and presented more than 450 quilts since the group was established and the success of this group is due in large part to Donna’s efforts and diligence.
Donna was predeceased by her parents Don and Anna White. Donna will be missed by her wife Joann Tarateta and their countless friends. Quiet by nature, Donna was never shy about speaking her mind and sharing thoughts on various current events. One of her favorite sayings is “God doesn’t like ugly” so we should all keep that thought in mind to honor Donna. While she may be gone from our sight Donna’s memory will live on in those who were lucky enough to know her and call her a friend.
Memorial contributions may be made in Donna’s name payable to Quilts of Valor. In the comment section please include “Peacemakers Group Number 53390”. They can be mailed to Debbi Oriolo, 17 Saratoga Drive, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550.
Funeral services are Friday, April 11, at 1:30 pm at Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel, 1534 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ. Friends and family are invited to calling hours on Friday from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. Burial will follow at Ewing Cemetery.
Oh no! So sorry to hear. My sympathy to Joanne. Prayers for you. Donna was such a nice person.
So sorry Joanne to hear about your loss of your husband, Donna. She will be a big loss to Turtle Creek Peacemakers Quilts of Valor group..and more importantly she will be sadly missed by all that knew. Rest well my friend, will miss you.
Donna is definitely going to be missed at RJH. My condolences to her wife💞🙏🏾
My sincerest condolences to Donna’s family. We never actually met face to face, but, had many email conversations, May she RIP😢
I love how organized this article is, great structure.
My deepest sympathies & condolences. She will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy to the family. Donna was always pleasant and funny. Her work ethic was second to none. She will be missed by all at the Division of Law. Rest easy friend.
Condolences to Donna’s family. Such sad news. I knew Donna through the workplace. She was instrumental to the entire Division. Donna will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace.
Dear Jo,
There are no words to take away your tears or your pain. Donna was one of a kind, but we all knew where her heart was and that she loved and cared greatly for everyone, especially you!!!
I am so grateful that we had the opportunity to share Thanksgiving with both of you in 2024. It was such a blessing that we all were able to get together, like we used to! It is a memory that will be cherished for many years to come!
I love you and I loved Donna so very much! I am so very sorry that I did not get there sooner. I hope that wherever Donna is that she knows that I was thinking of her and I was on my way, My thoughts and prayers are with you, my love is always with you, and I am always here for you!!!
I LOVE YOU CUZ,
Patty Ann
Jo,
Mike will always have the best memories of all with Donna and crawling under the deck in LBI!!!!!! LOL!!!!
Love you,
Patty Ann
Jo, I am so sorry for your loss – a loss to all that knew and loved Donna.
I have so many fond memories that will live in my heart forever. Donna was such a loyal friend – and so giving. A beautiful soul – until we meet again – love you my friend Donna.
Love,
Janice
Jo, DW(as we called her) was “ONE OF A KIND”. A true friend who would always be there. Thank you for taking wonderful care of her. I will never forget the great times we had doing so many things.
RIP….& never stop being a ROCK STAR!❤️
Joann: My deepest sympathies…I had the pleasure of working with Donna for a short time at CJ where she was a consummate professional, on point, and always helpful. She never suffered fools. Our softball team was the only coed team in CJ but held its own against competition. I vividly remember one shining moment when an opposing player made an inappropriate comment to her. She was playing shortstop & knee braced. During the game he tried to stretch a hit into double; but there was Donna at second base who flattened him. Upon turning towards me she gave me that Donna look, a wink, and blithely announced “two down.” Priceless!!! She will be missed but in my prayers.
Joey,
So sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you and Donna’s family.
Love
Barbara
My deepest sympathy Joann- I will miss my “TSC” friend and her quick wit and great come-backs! Donna was always a step (or two or three) ahead of me with her great come-backs! She was a deep thinker and very sage with a huge heart! She cared about so many, especially our Veterans. The world has lost a very dear soul. I am grateful I got to meet her and know her just a little. I will miss her greatly.