Donna Hendricks-Nowak

Donna Hendricks-Nowak, also known as Puppy Nanny, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 7, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. She was diagnosed with Stage III Melanoma in 2001 and by the Lord’s grace she recovered completely and had been cancer free until 2021. Her cancer progressed to Stage IV Melanoma leaving her wheelchair bound and without the use of her legs. Despite her prognosis, she remained positive and continued to make family the center of her life.

Of most importance to Donna was spending her life serving others and bringing glory to the Lord and his kingdom. Other interests included animals (particularly dogs) and sharing her love of nature and the backcountry with others. She viewed the backcountry as a place that is pristine, rugged, invigorating and most importantly a place where one communes with God. She shared this joy of nature with her friends and family as she helped shepherd them through their own personal journeys.

Donna is survived by her husband, the Honorable David A. Nowak, whom she frequently called the love of her life. She leaves behind 5 children, Adam (Melissa), Jenna (John), Kara (Sam), Katie & Sarah (Louis); 10 grandchildren, Audrey, Wesley, Evie, Gracie, Mila, Clark, Maya, Louie, Ayden and Gideon; and 2 siblings Brenda Wolfe (Ted) and Gary Tugwell. All of whom she loved and touched deeply.

Please join us for a memorial service to celebrate her life on Tuesday, March 15 at 3 pm at Myers-Reed Chapel with Rev. Kevin M. Baker Officiating. To view the service via livestream, click "Join Livestream" on the link below, or visit https://www.facebook.com/MyersReedChapel/ at the time of the service.

Friends may gather for visitation from 11am until the service time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Samaritan’s Purse an organization that brings physical relief and the gospel to hurting people around the world. To donate in honor of Donna, visit her memorial donation page at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/memorial-page/donna-hendricks-nowak-columbus-in/.

To share a fond memory of Donna or leave a condolence for the family, visit www.Myers-Reed.com.

Myers-Reed Chapel is assisting the Nowak family.