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1924 - 2010
 Donna Maxine Hankis Wallaker, age 86, of Greenville and Clearwater, FL passed away Friday July 9, 2010 at Green Acres Retirement Living in Greenville. She was born in Blanchard on April 24, 1924, the daughter of Walker and Sarah Nielsen Nelson. She worked at the Wolverine Glove Factory, where she met her husband of 29 years, Forrest Gene Hankis. He preceded her in death in 1971. Her second husband, Leon Wallaker, the postmaster of Arcadia, preceded her in death in 1988 after 15 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Clayton Nelson and her sister, Kathleen Blumberg. Donna loved to golf and enjoyed spending time with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Karen( John) Jalomo of Franklin Park IL; her son, Terry (Bette) Hankis of Bass Lake, Gowen; her two granddaughters, Jody (Jim) Jensen of Allendale and Kelly (Adam) Dewald of Greenville; her great-grandchildren; Coley, Kade, Taryn, Andrew, Elizabeth, Nathan, Danielle, Sarah, Alyssa and Jamie; and her special friend, Stan Aldrich of Clearwater, FL. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville with Rev. Steve Charnley of the Greenville First United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in East Montcalm Cemetery, Greenville. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the Green Acres staff for their care and support. Memorial contributions in her honor may be given to Suncoast Hospice (5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760). |
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Karen
Saturday October 23, 2010 at
7:50 PM
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Mom I miss you so much. I know you are now at peace and no longer miserable but I miss not being able to pick up the phone and call you. You will live in my heart forever.
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Max, Shirley, Max, Holly and families
Tuesday July 13, 2010 at
1:51 PM
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Brenda Dowker
Monday July 12, 2010 at
5:03 PM
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Terry and family, Karen and family. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Had many of good times with your mom. She will be missed, but thank goodness she will no longer have to suffer. Love, hugs and wishes Lance and Brenda Dowker
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Kelly, Mike and John SHerkey
Monday July 12, 2010 at
10:53 AM
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Dear Karen and John & Family,
we are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was so lucky to have amazing children and support that you gave her--thoughout life and especially as she was ill this past year. We are praying for all of you and your mom. We love you and miss you!
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Max H
Monday July 12, 2010 at
10:27 AM
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Heidi Blumberg Funk
Monday July 12, 2010 at
9:50 AM
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My prayers are with you. Aunt Donna was a wonderful person and so fun to talk to, she will be missed.
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Shelly (Farnsworth) Hisem
Monday July 12, 2010 at
9:10 AM
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Karen and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Always remember your Arcadian family is always there for you and we love you very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Much love,
Shelly, Ryan and Mason Hisem
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Sally Clute
Monday July 12, 2010 at
6:34 AM
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Terry and Betty, Thinking of you. Know how hard it is to lose your mom.
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Sue Hoeflinger and Staff at Green Acres Retirement Living
Sunday July 11, 2010 at
9:23 AM
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Dear Terry, Karen, Bette, John and Family,
It was an honor getting to know Donna, if even for a short while. It was evident she was a gracious lady with a beautiful spirit and very loved by her family. The Green Acres Staff extends it's sincere condolences to you and all of your family at this difficult time. Thank you for the privilege of caring for Donna when she returned to Michigan.
With Sympathy,
Sue and the Green Acres Staff
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Craig and Sheila Crawford
Saturday July 10, 2010 at
7:56 PM
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So sorry to here about your mom. We lost Sheilas mom 2 weeks ago. Moms are special people that we will always have so many wonderful memories of. She always had such a great smile for everyone. My mom always thought a lot of her when she worked for her years ago. Karen I still remember you doing my hair for the senior prom while you were still in beauty school.A longggggg time ago. Our prayers are with you.
A
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Michael and Nancy (Mumaw) Schreiner
Saturday July 10, 2010 at
7:45 PM
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We extend our condolences.
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Craig and Sheila Crawford
Saturday July 10, 2010 at
7:40 PM
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Gert Mazurek
Saturday July 10, 2010 at
3:07 PM
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I like to extend my condolences for the loss of your mother. Anytime we loose someone no matter how old we are it is such a loss. Karen my thoughts are with you, and your family.
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Bob & Lori Reed
Friday July 9, 2010 at
5:37 PM
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Hankis Family- We are so sorry to learn of Donna's death. She was an inspiration because of her smile, her friendliness and her enthusiasm. She will be sorely missed. You all must know how fortunate you are to have had such a positive role model and such a caring, involved mother. Many family members never experience that kind of love. Our best to you and to your family as a whole and please know that our thoughts are with you as is our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Bob & Lori Reed
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