Donna Ann Gates DaCosta of North Haven, CT passed away on May 4th, 2020 after a long illness. She was 71 years old. Donna was born to the late Wesley E. Gates and Olympia A. Gates on March 25th, 1949. Donna was a graduate of the Yale School of Nursing and was a Registered nurse for many years. Donna was compassionate and had a unique way of connecting with all who she had met. She also was a talented artist, loved music and had a love for animals. Donna was the proud mother of her son Thomas J. DaCosta Jr. of North Haven (Amy). She was grandmother to 4 grandchildren: Patrick, Ryan, Charles and Annora. Donna is survived by her brothers: Kenneth (Susan) and Richard (Cynthia) as well as several Nieces and Nephews.
Private funeral services have been entrusted to the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the CT Food Bank Covid-19 Relief, 2 Research Parkway, Wallingford, CT 06492.
Rich,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your sister.
Please know that you and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
John Vigliotti
NHHS 72
So very sorry to learn of Donnaโs passing. I know first hand what a phenomenal brother you were to Donna. My heart goes our to you and your family. May she be at peace. ๐๐ป๐
Dear Ken and all of Donna’s family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Donna. Please accept my sincere sympathy and condolences. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I wish the best for Donna’s son and grandchildren and may Donna rest in peace.
Ken, you and I worked at JC Penney in Hamden and I brought you home the nights we both worked. Quite a few years ago!
Most sincerely,
Katie Pope Fuchs