She was born on July 11, 1961 in Boston, MA a daughter of late John and Sarah (Finer) Fernandes. Donna grew up in Dorchester, MA attending local area schools and graduated from Dorchester High School as a member of the class of 1979.
Donna was an amazing singer and musician, specializing in the drums, but could play just about anything. She was a great influence to others in her field. She was also a loving Mother and grandmother and was a giving soul to all who needed it.
She is survived by her children Tamika Dias and her husband Jeremy Seeley of Gorham, ME, Klien Fernandes of Miami, FL, Dior Andrade of New Bedford, MA, Christian Andrade of New Bedford, MA, Erik Andrade of MA and Keifer Fernandes of Attleboro, MA. She also leaves six grandchildren Emerald Dias, Maleek Dias, Isiah Dias, Miracle Fernandes, Elyjah Seeley and Malaki Dias as well as her brother John Fernandes of Boston, MA.
A private funeral service was held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.