Donna Jean

Lahrman

Donna Jean Lahrman, 97, of Toledo passed away at Ohio Living Swan Creek of Toledo, OH on May 19, 2020.

Donna was born to Floyd and Ruth Harrison on April 11, 1923, in Fostoria, OH. She was a dedicated daughter and sister (Dale and Arlene), continuing her love for family by marrying Wilfred Lahrman in 1946 and moving to Toledo to have a family, a daughter (Linda) and a son (Thomas).

Throughout her life, Donna enjoyed being a part of the Shrine Ladies Musica Unit that traveled and played music. She also enjoyed bowling, starting as a family with her husband and children, but continuing into the 1990s. Traveling to warm places was a favorite thing for her to do as well. Although her daughter managed to coax her on a cruise of the British Isles, she was less than enthused, telling her family she could only appreciate so many sheep. Her favorite warm place by far was her time in Naples, FL with her beloved sister, Arlene. Nothing pleased her more, however, than enjoying her family. She served as the backbone of her family, quietly working to make sure everyone was cared for, that their needs were met.

Donna was preceded in death by her husband, daughter and grandson, but left to cherish her memory is Thomas (Carol), her grandsons from them Steven (Tricia), and John. Her grandchildren from her daughter, Brian (Jennifer) and Tracey will also cherish her memory. She was blessed with 10 great-grandchildren who will always remember her as the grandma with candy or donuts if they spent the night.

The family will be celebrating in a private service and burial at Toledo Memorial. Special thanks to all of the staff at Swan Creek for their compassionate, Christian care.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Northwest Ohio, her favorite charity ever since their care of her eldest grandson in his passing.