Donna Mae Vallier

She was born October 11, 1934 in San Francisco, California to John Everett and Lena Buchignani Sarzotti. In 1940 she, her parents, and older sister, Marjory moved to Healdsburg, California. In 1953, Donna married her high school sweetheart, James Myers. They had two children, James Anthony and Anntoinette Mary.

After divorcing, she married John "Stretch" Vallier, continued to raise Ann and had two more daughters; Ilene and Regina. They settled in Bishop, California in 1970.

In 1980, after Stretch died, Donna moved back to Healdsburg to help her mom and dad until they passed in 1981 and 1998. She eventually moved back to Bishop.

Donna was known for her energy and zeal for fun. She was tiny yet very strong. Although she never had a driver's license, she loved walking to get around and continued that activity well into her 80's. She was also an avid bowler. She had many friends and fond memories from her Monday morning league. She bowled until she was 89.

Donna was known for her kindness and service to many. She was a member of the Lady Bills (part of the Elks Lodge) and received an award for such service.

People liked to be around little Donna. She had a warm smile and many kind friends.

In May of 2025, she moved to Volante Assisted Living Center in Gardnerville, Nevada. She enjoyed her close neighbors and the center's field trips and activities.

Donna is survived by her son, James (Cindi) Myers; daughters: Ann (Lester) Keller, Ilene Stubbs and Regina (David) Vinson; grandchildren: Kara Keller, John (Laura) Stubbs, Alexa (Jose) Ruiz, Hyrum (Laura) Stubbs, Elizabeth Vinson, Annmarie (Spencer) Hooker, Michael Vinson, James Stubbs; great grandchildren: Sophie, Liliana, August, Jaxson, Brooklyn, Eleni, and Vivian; her dear nephew and spouse Mike and Charlene Kenney.

Donna was a long-time member of the Lady of Perpetual Help Church, located at 849 Home Street in Bishop and truly respected Father Gracey. A family viewing will be held at 10:15 am, followed by Mass at 11:00 am on November 12, 2025 with internment to follow at 1:00 pm at East Line Cemetery.

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