Donna M. Dawson's Obituary
Donna Marie Dawson, age 79 of Strongsville, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Donna was born on October 1, 1946 to the late Charles and Vera (Doepp) Talbort in Cleveland, Ohio. She always joined groups of all ages. She would help anyone who needed it, and loved to dance.
She is survived by her husband, Jerald “Jerry” Dawson; children: Patricia (Jeff) Shaerban, Kelly (John) Macaulay, and Jessica (Chad) Hanobik; grandchildren: Melanie Irvin, Kara Shaerban, Ariana James, Kyle Price, Cole Price, Jeffrey Shaerban, CJ Hanobik, Kylie Hanobik, and Race Hanobik; siblings: Sharon Kaylor and Vicki Talbort; and her canine companion, Gibbs.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Vera Talbort; and brother, Charles Talbort.
Donna’s family will greet friends on Friday, March 6, 2026 from 4-7 PM at Abundant Life Community Church, 10143 Royalton Road Suite O, North Royalton, OH 44133, with a service to honor her life following at 7 PM, with Pastor Rocky officiating.
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