Donna Belle Shaffer Atkins Funk, 57, of Penn Laird, passed away Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at her home after a short battle with cancer. Mrs. Funk was born April 10, 1951, in Harrisonburg, and was the daughter of the late Ray and Hazel Bricker Shaffer.

Donna graduated from Page County High School and was a lifetime resident of the Valley. She was a licensed realtor and had previously been employed by the Department of Motor Vehicles and more recently with the Harrisonburg Auto Auction. She enjoyed gardening, spending quality time at the beach and most importantly time with friends and family.

On Jan. 12, 2008, she married Edward William “Ed” Funk, who survives. She is also survived by a daughter, Nicole Lynn “Nikki” Corley and husband, John, of Harrisonburg; a stepson, Eric E. Funk and wife, Patricia, of Memphis, Tenn.; a stepdaughter, Adrien E. Funk of Harrisonburg; an uncle, Harry Willard Bricker of Shenandoah; and a very special granddaughter, Grace Denise Corley.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Keith Alan Atkins and aunt, Dorothy Hunt.

A memorial service will be held 6:30 Wednesday evening, Aug. 13, 2008, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisonburg. The family will receive friends and family from 5 to 6:30 prior to the service or anytime at the family home in Penn Laird.

The family is accepting flowers but also provide option for memorial contributions to be made to Ovations for the Cure (Ovarian Cancer), 251 West Central St., Suite 32, Natick, MA 01760 or the Rockingham/Harrisonburg S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 413, Harrisonburg, VA 22803.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kygers.com. 

	1. 12-08-2008 07:25
	May time heal your sorrow, may friends ease your pain, may peace replace heartache, and may warmest memories remain. With Deepest Sympathy to Donna Belles Family.

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	2. 12-08-2008 07:42
	Our prayers and sympathy are with you at this difficult time. We have many fond memories of Donna Belle and her family. God Bless.

Stanley & Hazel Crider

	3. 12-08-2008 07:44
	How very sorry I am to learn of Donna's passing. I knew her from the Auto Auction . May God heal your sorrow and your pain. You had a very special lady in your life...now memories to remain with you. May God Bless

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	4. 12-08-2008 09:40
	Wishing you peace at this time of sorrow.

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	5. 12-08-2008 10:11
	Nikki..I'm very sorry about your mom, just know I'm thinking of you!!

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	6. 12-08-2008 11:03
	Nikki and John my thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.

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	7. 12-08-2008 11:26
	Nikki and Jon, we are so sorry to hear about your mom.  Nik you know what you mean to me and I am always here for you. Your mom will always be with you.  Love and prayers always,

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	8. 12-08-2008 11:28
	Ed and Family,  WE want you to know we are so sorry for the loss of Donna. You all are in our prayers.

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	9. 12-08-2008 11:33
	We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please just give us a call.

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	10. 12-08-2008 11:44
	Ed...Our hearts are heavy with sadness for the loss of Donna. We'll always remember how happy you both were at the wedding. You & your Family are in our prayers. May all the happy memories of Donna keep your spirits high during this difficult time.

Vernon and Carol Helmintoller