Donna Marie Howell, nee Parker, 60, lifelong resident of Southwest side of Chicago–Clearing neighborhood, beloved wife of John R. Howell; devoted mother of Chris Howell, Meggan Howell (Casey Bonk) and Jessica (Kevin) Carrig; adoring grandmother of Tyler and Kaley Carrig and Cayden Bonk; loving sister of Catherine (Rich) Ziesel, Greg (Liz) Parker, the late Ray (Jeanette) Parker and the late Brian (Adeline) Parker; unofficial mom to many. Resting at CENTRAL CHAPEL, 6158 S. Central Ave., Chicago, on Monday, Aug. 26, from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, Aug. 27, 8:45 a.m., at chapel, to St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Cremation following. For information or to express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, 773-581-9000, or www.chapelc.com or www.facebook.com/centralchapel

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