I still miss her! We always had fun laughing together especially in our gym class we took at the Senior Center laying on our backs with our feet up on the wall. We were always joking and laughing when we were supposed to be quiet!

I am so honored to have known and cared for Donelle. My heart grieves with you and for you upon her death. She was a kind and beautiful soul. 

Dear Jim and Family,
Thank you for making it possible for us to be a virtual part of Donelle's service. 
She was such an incredible woman in many ways, one of the most positive people we knew.
We plan to scatter wildflower seeds in her honor.
We will miss her.
Fondly,
Sheri and Mike


Words alone cannot express the deep sadness we feel about Donelle's passing. A lovely human being that made every life she touched, better. We'll cherish our memories and shared experiences, and offer our love and sympathy to our friend, Jim and her family.

Ken and Vicki Daraie

We offer our condolences for your loss.  Donelle was a wonderful woman who influenced so many lives.  We loved Donelle too and considered her part of our family.  We always appreciated her beautiful  smile and hugs. Larry's favorite memory was when they all were in high school at the county fair. Donelle and her date were in the hammer ride, and the Bentley twins and Larry gave enough tickets to keep the ride going over 15 minutes.  Like the good sport she always was, Donelle quickly forgave them.  I remember the wonderful conversations Donelle and I had doing dishes at big family dinners.  She had such a kind and generous spirit and will be missed by so many.  Sending hugs and prayers to all of her family.

I (Carol) first met Donelle when she was assistant principal at KWHS when I started teaching.  She was always calm, cool, & collect (a great counterbalance for Brad!). Later, we met again through Kurt & Judy.  All of us came to love her gentle spirit and kind heart. I don't know all of Donelle's family, but I know her son, Kurt, inherited that same kind, gentle spirit. Donelle, your memory lives on through your wonderful family.  

Dear Jim and family-- I am so sorry to hear of Donelle's passing. Please know I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers in the difficult days and months to come. May she rest in peace. 

I was saddened by the news. It is so nice to read all of the memories left here before mine. A lot of my memories are so different because they come from the eyes of a young child. Being older, I always thought Donelle was so cool, because she was 9 years older than I am. I wouldn't be able to count the number of stories I  heard from my Mom and my Grandma about her character, her kindness, her love of education and life in general. And her quiet wit. My Mom's favorite story was the day they were talking about Jim early in their relationship and not so secretly how nice of a guy Jim is and he also had a nice butt.  Not missing a beat, my Mom agreed! Rest in peace Cousin Donelle. You should be proud of your life with all people you have influenced in a positive way. I know in my heart you are in great company with Mom, Grandma, Grandpa, Uncle Don, Aunt Betty and Uncle Dick.

Jim and Family,
Donna and I are deeply saddened by Donelle’s passing. I recall many times her always-smile and genuine kindness toward others. When we conversed about an issue at her school, I  appreciated her impatience at getting the problem solved; not because she wanted the issue off her plate, but because a solution would benefit students. Her outlook on life was so positive, it affected those around her as well. We share your sorrows now and will smile with fondness as we reflect on our colleague, Donelle.  Requiescat in pace, amica sociaque!

Donelle was first my colleague and then my mentor and always a friend. As a colleague, she listened, advised, laughed, and made "work" fun! As my mentor, she grew me as a teacher with care, sincerity, purpose, and again, through laughter, sincerity, and careful listening. I would not be the teacher I am without having her in my live. I am deeply saddened and feel so sad for her family. She was one of the strongest, grace-filled people I've ever had the honor to know. I miss her! I love her!

Donelle was a wonderful woman who had a lifelong impact on so many!  My family was blessed by her!

She was a very kind lady. My son Ryan was friends with Scot through elementary school and when Ryan would come back from playing at Scot’s home, he told me she was a perfect mom. She always had cookies, she let them play and she’d give Scot a dollar whenever he asked. I remember her lovely smile. Go with God, Donelle.

Jim,
I am so sorry for your loss. Donelle was an amazing lady. We all were blessed to have her touch our lives because she made us better people. I know she left an enormous hole in your heart and life. We will miss her beautiful eyes and loving smile .
Yours,
Losina

I am so sorry. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. 

Donelle and I met through the Fort Collins Newcomers Club several years ago.  As retired educators, we  quickly discovered that we could relate to each other about our school experiences, especially our days in administration.   Donelle’s life ended far too soon....just heartbreaking.   The world has lost a lovely, lovely person.  Hugs to you and your family, Jim.  May your wonderful memories sustain you now and in the future.

I only met Donelle late in my life when she and Jim moved to CO. She and my husband Steve were in a Dinners for Eight group together which was part of the Fort  Collins Newcomers Club.  Donelle and I also did yoga at our local Senior Center.  At the end of the initial 4 years in FCNC, the eight of us in the dinner group decided we enjoyed each other enough to continue meeting once a month. We shared  cooking, eating and trying to save the worlds problems for several years!  We took turns being the hostess/host but Donelle as you can imagine was the hostess with the mostest! Her meals were always superb and we always wanted her recipes. They were always delicious and well thought out but not super hard! I have so many fond memories of our group dinners together. In yoga, Donelle and I used to whisper in class so as to not get in trouble as the strict instructor walked around correcting our various positions.  It was usually me in the wrong position. I will miss Donelle terribly. She was a wonderful friend and wife to my friend Jim! May she Rest In Peace! ❤️

Donelle’s office was next to mine, saw her daily.  She was never without a warm smile and caring word.  She was the most compassionate, loving, smart woman I’ve ever known.  I’ll never forget the snow day we couldn’t get out of our driveways due to a snowstorm that left us all stranded.  Due to her professionalism and devotion to her job she put on her boots and walked to Kelly Walsh before anyone else could get there.  Rest In Peace Donelle.

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Donelle K. Lowham

29 mai 1950 – 16 septembre 2020

Allnutt Funeral Service – Drake Road Chapel

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