Obituary of Donna M. Wiltse

Wiltse, Donna M. Saginaw, Michigan Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at New Hope Valley Assisted Living. She was 86 years old. Donna Marie Crampton was born on July 7, 1934 in Saginaw to the late Lawrence and Cecelia (Graham) Crampton. She married Gerald V. Wiltse on November 20, 1954 in Saginaw. Donna is survived by her husband, Gerald; children: Michael (Ninoska) Wiltse, Mary (Bob) VanPoppelen and Jeanann (Steven) Greenwood; 11 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sister, Doris Jacques; also many nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Patrick Wiltse; brother, Lawrence Crampton Jr.; brother-in-law, Dr. Kenneth Jacques. The Wiltse family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of New Hope Valley Assisted Living and Cardinal Hospice for the care and support provided to Donna. FUNERAL: A funeral liturgy for Donna will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1035 N. River Rd., Saginaw, MI. Rev. Fr. Peter Gaspeny and Rev. Fr. Richard Jozwiak will concelebrate. Private interment will take place at St. Andrew Cemetery at a later date. In keeping with mandated ordinances and for the safety of the community, face masks are required, social distancing, and gathering guidelines will be observed. VISITATION: Family and friends will gather at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation to the Eastside Soup Kitchen. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the church or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com