Donna L. Baker
November 8, 1968 - April 2, 2023
Donna L. (Zazzarino) Baker passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023 with her loving family by her side. She was 54. Born in Bristol and raised in the Kenwood section of Levittown, she was a resident of Montgomery County, PA for the past 18 years. Donna was a graduate of Bishop Conwell High School, Class of 1986, Holy Family University, and received her Master's Degree from Gratz College in Philadelphia. She was a school teacher for many years with the Bristol Township School District, most recently at Brookwood Elementary School. Donna was an avid runner and participated in four marathons, enjoyed going to the dog park on weekends, journaling, cooking, and making homemade pasta. She was a true crime junkie, enjoyed listening to crime podcasts, and watching the ID channel, but most especially, she cherished the time spent with her children and attending all of their activities.
Donna is survived by her children, Lily, Aidan and Liam, her husband, Matthew, her parents, James and Anita (nee O'Connor) Zazzarino, and her sister, Christine Zazzarino. She is also survived by her uncles, Dr. Dominic Zazzarino and Gerald O'Connor, her cousins, Gregory Zazzarino, Andrea O'Connor, and Gabrielle Squillante, along with many other family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 11:00am at St. Mark Church, Bristol Borough. Friends may call 8:30am until 10:30am at the Wade Funeral Home, 1002 Radcliffe Street, Bristol Borough. Interment, private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Donna's children. Checks can be made payable to Ameriprise Financial and forwarded to Christine Zazzarino or mailed to Ameriprise Financial, Attention Fish & Associates, 1105 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees, NJ 08043.
Service Details
Viewing Hours
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
8:30AM-10:30AM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
11:00AM
St. Mark Church
1025 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
In Loving Memory of
Donna L. Baker
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Lisa Orssaud Sullivan shared a condolence
Dear Chrissy & family,
Chris, Jules, Val, Emma, Shaun and I are so sorry to hear about the devastating loss of your sister, child & mother.
You are with us in our thoughts, and we send you love & solidarity during this devastating time.
With Love,
Lisa
Elaine Pezzola shared a condolence
Our Deepest Sympathy 🙏 Jim, Anita and Christine & to Donna's Family. In our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Elaine & Terry Pezzola
Stephany Walsh shared a condolence
Mrs. Baker was the 4th grade teacher to our daughter, Cecilia, this year. Ceci misses her greatly and knows she is watching over the classroom from heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this heartbreaking time.
Christine Beady shared a condolence
Dear Matt & Family,
Our deeply condoloscences and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
With sympathy,
The Rosemont College family
Jim Cawley, President
Christine Beady, Office of the President
Chrissy Zazzarino shared a photo and condolence
To my beautiful Sister! I love you all the world. I’ll miss you for now, and look towards the day we hug each other again.
George Thomas shared a condolence
Our deepest condolences to the children Aiden, Liam, Lily and the extended family. You are in our thoughts and prayers for strength and wisdom to navigate the journey forward.
Kelly Capriotti shared a condolence
I had the pleasure of working with her. My children had her as a teacher. Wonder person inside and out! So sorry for your loss. She will definitely be missed but NEVER forgotten 🙏
Jackie Slipp shared a condolence
Anita, and Zazz, I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family God bless
Michelle Scanlon shared a photo and condolence
Will never forget this beautiful angel.
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Chuck Loesche shared a condolence
Dear Matt and Family,
My heart breaks for you all. I have wonderful memories of all of us together during our younger years. And, Donna is a key part of those memories that I will always hold dear. The worlds light has dimmed with her gone.
Sending you all prayers and love during this difficult time.
My deepest and sincerest condolences,
Chuck Loesche
Norma A Sullivan shared a photo and condolence
My Dear Family, what can I say to ease this pain. We are devastated at the loss of Donna. Such a loving, caring, giving, dedicated, selfless, positive, faithful person. Always putting those ahead of her needs, never disappointing. Smiles that lit a room, hugs so comforting. So many qualities that I would be writing for days. Thankful & Blessed to have her with us, even though it was a short period, but enough to appreciate her presence. I am sure she was Welcomed with open arms by those who went before her. May her loving presence never be forgotten and may we continue her ways and share her memories to keep her present Always. Love Always, Bill, Norma & Billy Xo ❤️🙏
Cheri Weidenmoyer-Heller shared a condolence
So very sorry for your loss my prayers go out to the family and friends of Donna she will be greatly loved and missed
Vela Hatzipavlides shared a condolence
Matt and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
My deepest condolences.
Vela Hatzipavlides
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Cookie Liebig shared a condolence
I always had a great time talking, and laughing with Donna at the dance competitions she was a real Mom, and loved her kids, Donna face always lite up for Lily's dances. I know she will continue to watch over us all. Thank you Donna for a job well done. Love Cookie Liebig, Rene' Corrigan's mother and Maisie Corrigan MomMom.
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Sandy Zeichner shared a condolence
Chrissy n family prayers for all to help you get through this sad time.