Donna L. Veneri

Donna Lee Veneri, 87, of Brewster, MA, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Donna was born in Bridgeport, CT, on November 8, 1938, to the late Harold Foster and Mabel (Wyttwer]) Foster.

Donna grew up in Cranston, RI and Stratford, CT, graduating from Stratford High School in 1956. She went on to attend Bryant College, graduating in 1958, and worked as a secretary for many years.[KR2.1]

Donna was married to her beloved husband, John Joseph Veneri, until his passing in 2013. Together, they raised their three children, Michael, Lisa, and Gregory, in Trumbull, CT. Donna and John later moved to Eastham, MA, enjoying summers on Cape Cod and winters in Naples, FL.

Donna[KR3.1] enjoyed a life surrounded by family and friends. She was an avid golfer, loved playing mahjong with friends and working on puzzles, and could often be found enjoying a sunny day at Boat Meadow Beach. Above all, family meant everything to Donna. She cherished time with her grandchildren and being their grandmother was one of her greatest joys.

Donna[KR4.1] is survived by her son Michael Veneri and his wife Beth of West Barnstable, MA, and their children Jordan and John Veneri; her daughter Lisa Roncaioli and her husband Bill of Nokomis, FL, and their children Kaitlin and Sean Roncaioli; her son Gregory Veneri of Harwich, MA; her brother Dean Foster and his wife Bonnie; her sister-in-law Carol Veneri ; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Nancy Foster Leveen.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Donna’s memory to the LIVE4EVAN organization. Please send donations to: PO Box 845, Hopkinton, MA 01748. All online donations can be made at https://live4evan.org/donate/. This organization helps provide local, temporary housing for the families of patients being treated at the Cardiac Center at Boston Children’s Hospital.

A Mass will be celebrated Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 61 Canal Rd, Orleans, MA 0265.

Burial will take place at the Massachusetts National Cemetery.