WIESE, Donna Mae – Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Kitchener on Sunday, Sept. 14th at 93 yrs. Survived by daughters, Shawn (Ray), Janice (Doug). Daughter-in-law Holly, and Sister-in-law Edith Dreisinger. Grandchildren Patrick (Shannon), Jessica, Michael, Meghan (Mark), Christian, Bradley and Nikki. Great Grandchildren Sarah, Lainey, Claire, Alora, Sasha and Quinn. Predeceased by husband Wilfred Wiese and son, Bradley Wiese. After graduation, Donna worked at Merchants Rubber in the office for several years. Donna started dancing at age five, and in later years studied at the National Ballet Summer School and in New York City to advance her training. She taught dance at Elsie V Ewald Academy of Dance retiring as vice principal after forty years. Donna and Fred retired up to Wiarton where they met many friends. Donna worked with the hospital auxiliary for twenty one years, and as president for several years selling H.E.L.P. tickets, and supervising the food booth at the cattle sale, raising money for hospital equipment for both Wiarton and Owen Sound hospitals. Donna returned to Kitchener closer to all her family, which included many breakfasts out with her nieces and nephews. She was quick to laugh and a wonderful hostess, inviting all into her homes wherever she lived. She was an avid baker sharing all of her goodies with family and friends. She was a strong independent woman, capable of multitasking farm chores, canning, raising kids, yet kept something for herself. Her dance career kept her teaching and organizing kids through many recitals year after year. She was a woman committed to her family and community. Donna finally retired at 86yrs from volunteer work, helping out at the Breakfast Club in Kitchener, serving kids at a before school program. We were all extremely lucky to have her in our lives. She will be dearly missed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes, Lung or the Heart Associations would be greatly appreciated. As requested by Donna, there will be no service. A family gathering will be held at a later date to honour this amazing woman. Many thanks to all the staff on the Cardiology ward that helped her through her final days. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com
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Carol hornburg says
September 20, 2025 at 12:44 pmOur sympathy to the family.
She was a special lady, she did so much for our Wiarton auxiliary. She was also a great neighbour.
Ron and Carol Hornburg
Donny & Dagmar Sellers says
September 20, 2025 at 8:34 pmDonna was such a kind and warm person. We have wonderful memories of her from family gatherings. Our condolences to Shawn and Janice and families.
Nicola Williams says
September 20, 2025 at 9:14 pmI will never forget Mrs.Wiese. She always had a warm hug and a reassuring smile for all the girls (and a few boys) at Miss Ewalds. Mrs.Wiese was loved and will always be treasured.
Wendy Wildfong says
September 21, 2025 at 7:12 pmDonna was my sister’s mother in law. I am fortunate to have gotten to meet her. Donna’s kindness and intelligence were a pleasure to spend time with. My condolences to her daughters and family she left behind. Donna was a fine woman and for me, an elder to emulate.
Doreen and Steve Krulicki says
September 22, 2025 at 9:30 amOur deepest condolences to the family.
Donna was a good friend to our late mother, Alice. As mentioned, Donna was a special lady and her pleasant smile will always be remembered.
DONNA WILE says
September 23, 2025 at 6:14 pmMy daughter was a student at the Ewald Academy of Dance from the age of 3 in 1984 until she was 18. While she was in class the mothers (and some fathers) would sit in the waiting room and spend time socializing and Donna was always there. We had good times together and shared many stories. She was a lovely lady. My condolences to the family.
Cam Stauffer says
September 26, 2025 at 8:38 amThe Wiarton Hospital Auxiliary remembers Donna as a very hard working and dedicated volunteer. Donna served several terms as President of our Auxiliary, and she helped organize and sell the HELLP lottery tickets at our local grocery store. These funds help purchase much needed equipment for our local hospital. Donna was a natural organizer, keeping everything moving at the feeder sales in Wiarton. She was an excellent baker donating her pies to the sales and also many goodies for our annual Christmas sale. We remember Donna for her many contributions to our hospital auxiliary and all the friendships she left us.
Our sincere condolences to Donna’s family for your loss.
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