Donna L. Hite, 73, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.
Born on September 6, 1949 in South Bend, Indiana she was the daughter of Charles Decker and Delores (Pletcher) Grover. She attended Culver High School graduating with the class of 1968.
As she was driving along one day she noticed a gentleman with the same color of car, so they stopped each other, started talking and the rest was history. On August 14, 1971 she married Dwight in Donaldson, IN.
Donna worked for Catherine Kasper in housekeeping for numerous years, caring for others was a deep passion of hers. Known to her family as the matriarch of the family, she was the tremendous mother that made sure that all of the needs of the family were well taken care of.
She was known as a wonderful cook, and her children often talk about the fettuccini alfredo and the popcorn shrimp that would put a smile on their faces. She was famous to her grandchild for her tacos and popcorn. Often times you would find Donna in her garden tending to her flowers, especially her favorite hydrangeas.
She is survived by her husband Dwight of Culver; Nicole Hite of Culver; Travis (Juliana) Hite of Naples, FL; Cody (Jill) Hite of Bourbon; grandchildren: Morgan Hite of Mishawaka; Corbin Hite of Bourbon; Camila Garcia of Naples, FL; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Donna is preceded in death by her parents as well as several aunts and uncles.
Per the wishes of the family a celebration of life will take place at a later date.
john says
rest in peace donna
Gaylene Engle says
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I worked with Donna for many years. We became close as co-workers and friends. May God wrap his arms around you all give you comfort strength and healing and peace. God be with you at this difficult time
Linda Walsh says
So very sorry for your loss. I know Donna from working at CKLC she was a beautiful soul Rest In Heavenly Peace sweet Donna 💔🙏🏻😪
Carin Clifton says
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a classmate & friend . Donna was such a loving Mom, she will be missed . Terry & Carin Clifton
Nicole says
Thank you, Carin. I’m glad you and mom got to chat at the soccer game in Culver.
Susie Pool (Varga) says
What a pretty picture you chose for Donna’s service and obituary. I remember all those years of seeing her at Grandma and Grandpa Pletcher’s house at Christmas. Donna was very special to my mom (her Aunt Barbara Varga) and was the flower girl at her and my dad’s wedding.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Nicole says
Susie,
I did not know she was in your mom and dad’s wedding, that is nice to know. Thank you for posting your condolences and sharing your memories of mom.
Sister Kathy Haas PHJC says
When I think of Donna I recall her gentle caring heart for so many as she worked at CKH and the motherhouse. May her presence in your hearts gift you with God’s peace and the strength you need each day. Know that you are all held in prayer as you also rejoice in the gift of her life!
Nicole says
Sister Kathy Haas,
Thank you for your kind words and memory of my mom.
Sister Carleen Wrasman says
I was sorry to see the obituary for Donna. I knew her well from her time working at the Motherhouse and Catherine Kasper Home. May she rest in peace. May her family know peace and comfort.
Sister Carleen Wrasman
Nicole says
Thank you, Sister Carleen Wrasman, for your kind words. We are still working on finding that peace. We appreciate all the prayers.