Donna Lorene Eaton, a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away on August 23, 2024, in Parker, Colorado, near her hometown of Denver.  Born to Oscar and Evelyn Rappenecker on April 7, 1954, Donna’s life was a tapestry of love, devotion, and service to her family, friends, and community.

Donna’s journey began in Denver, where she grew up with her siblings, Nancy and twin brother Donald.  Her childhood was filled with joy which laid the foundation for her nurturing spirit.  

Not long before graduating from South High School in 1972, her heart found its counterpart in Tony Eaton. They tied the knot in front of friends and family on August 17, 1974 and were proud to see their 50thanniversary together just recently.  Together, they raised two remarkable children: Sean and Jason, who were Donna’s pride and joy.

Donna loved raising her boys and was the glue for her family.  She raised the boys at the church she went to most of her life, Redeemer Lutheran Church, and provided a strong foundation for their lives.  She was always devoted to the Church, volunteering her time and support for many functions and families, and continued even after Redeemer closed and she started going to Christ Lutheran Church.

After the boys were more settled, she grew her career at Proctor and Gamble, touching the lives of those she worked with and making many lifelong friends.  

Upon retirement she continued spreading her love with the family by always being there for the kids, grandkids and anyone else in the family that needed her.  It was a rare thing to find a person Donna could not bring out the light in, and we are all better for it.

Her children and grandchildren will forever cherish Donna’s stories and comforting words.  Her commitment to doing what was right, even if it was hard, served as a role model for our family and she always put others before herself.  

Predeceased by her parents, Donna’s memory is honored by her devoted husband Tony; her children Sean and Jason and their wives’ Heather and Sunshine; and her grandchildren Marisa, with her husband Austin, Adam, Logan, and Luke.  

A celebration of life for Donna will be held September 7, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 11009 Ledges Rd, Parker, CO 80134.  

The family is asking in lieu of flowers, consider making a donation to Denver Hospice (https://thedenverhospice.org/donation/) or the UC Health Cancer Center Patient Support Fund (https://www.uchospitalfoundation.org/donate/) both who provided great care to Donna during all of this. 

Donna Lorene Eaton’s life was a melody of love and kindness – a tune that will resonate in the hearts of those she touched forever.