Whitney Pier
July 7, 1963 – May 30, 2025
It is with broken hearts and deep sorrow that we, the family announce the sudden passing of Donna Marie French-Campbell, who left us peacefully at home on Friday, May 30, 2025.
Born in Sydney, Donna was the cherished daughter of Annette (MacLean) French and the late Edward ‘Eddie’ French. She was the devoted wife and best friend of Dan Campbell, and a loving mother to Denise French (Jason), Mitchell Campbell (Amy) and the late Stephen ‘Kane’ Campbell (Annette). She also shared a special bond with Brent Campbell, father of Mitchell. Donna was a proud and adoring grandmother to Donovan French and Logan Campbell, who were truly the light of her life. Donna also had a special connection with Hayden and Abby, who she welcomed with open arms as part of the family.
Donna is also lovingly remembered by her brothers, Kevin French (Evelyn) and Chad French (Renee). She is also survived by a large extended family of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends who were blessed to know her.
A longtime member of Holy Redeemer Parish in Whitney Pier, Donna lived her life with a generous heart and a joyful spirit. Her smile and infectious laugh could brighten any room, and her love for others was both deep and unwavering. She never hesitated to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Donna’s happiest moments were those spent with her grandsons, Donovan and Logan. Her love for them knew no bounds. She also cherished time spent playing tarbish with her mother, Annette, a beloved pastime for them both and singing her favorite songs during karaoke nights. Donna’s vibrant personality and passion for life made every gathering memorable.
She had a special place in her heart for her beloved fur babies, Mia and Babies, who brought her great comfort and companionship.
Donna was predeceased by her father, Eddie French; son, Stephen ‘Kane’ Campbell (Farrell); in-laws, Nora and Bricky Campbell and as well as several beloved aunts and uncles.
In remembering Donna, we hold onto her laughter, her love, and the way she made everyone feel like family. She will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Donna Marie French-Campbell will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Saturday, June 7, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 12 noon to 1 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 1 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel.
Donations in memory of Donna may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
My deepest condolences to Donna’s family, she was a lovely soul with such a beautiful smile.
From: Janette Magliaro
My sincere condolences to Donna’s family. She was a beautiful soul and had a such a warm smile. May she rest in peace.
From: Janette (MacCuish) Magliaro
Condolences to all of Donna’s family. And friends. I had the pleasure of knowing Donna from school and growing up in the pier. She was such a memorable personality. She will be missed by many. Rest in Peace.
From: Maria Steele
So sorry for your loss, my sincere condolences.
From: Frank Coffin
Sorry to Donna’s family and friends my thoughts and condolences at this difficult time 🙏
Annette, Kevin, Chad and families. I am so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. I have many fond memories of her an yes her laugh was infectious. May she RIP.
Annette,and family, condolences and sympathy on Donna’s passing.
Annette and family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Donna.
May she rest in peace.
Debbie (MacCuish) & Bryant Cormier
So very sorry for your loss Dan and family .
Such a shock and heartbreak to lose her so young and after all she battled and won. 💔
I will forever remember Donna as a strong force to be reckoned with, a woman who had an infectious laugh and great sense of humour, who was kind and stubborn at the same time! I affectionately nicknamed her Sparky as she was a real firecracker and a pleasure (most times, lol!) to work with!
She will be forever missed but never forgotten.
RIP Donna 🙏❤️🙏
Much love to you all and many thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Suzanne Kummu xo
my condolences to all the family and friends
Denise and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Donna! My condolences to all. May she RIP 🙏🙏
R I P Donna
Thoughts and prayers are with you all
God Bless 🙏
Condolences Annette, Kevin , Chad and all family members on the loss of your beautiful Donna. She was a lovely lady who always had time for a chat and was a strong person and very loving mother and grandmother. RIP Donna.
Our deepest condolences to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers❤️
Larry and Sandra Hrynick
Rest in peace beautiful Donna. Our sincerest condolences to all the family.
To Denise , family and friends of Donna;
So shocked to hear of Donna’s passing. I am thinking of you all at such a very difficult time. She certainly was a big presence, her laugh and beautiful smile is what I will remember her by. We had lots of fun back in our school days, great Pier girl! 💕
May she rest in peace
im so very sorry for the familys loss she was such a sweet lady worked with her at call center R.I.P my friend yous are all in my thoughts and prayers <3
So very sorry Annette,Kevin and Chad for you loss of a daughter and sister
My condolences to Kevin, Chad and the entire French family. Donna’s smile will be forever in my memory. Gone too soon. ❤️
So heartbroken to hear this. Donna was a sweet friend! I have many happy memories of our childhood together. God bless her family. May she rest forever in eternal peace.
Deep condolence to the family. RIP Donna🙏
Deepest sympathy to all family💕 & friends💐 at this difficult time.
Doddy & Bobby
So saddened to learn of Donna’s passing, My deepest condolences to her family and friends, I look back with fond memories of walking home from school having a chat and will always remember her beautiful smile and personality.. Soar high with the angels.
Sending love and condolences to the French family. My thoughts are with you.
We are so sorry for your loss Mitch, sending love to you, Amy, kids and your family. Hugs❤️❤️
I had the honor of working at ict years ago when Donna did. And I was always so happy to see her at Olympic pools when I went in to get my pool supplies. Donna was always a very happy upbeat person. She was so kind and friendly and had a great sense of humor. I will miss her. May she rest in peace. She always talked about her children and were so proud of them. To her family I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you all well wishes and prayers at this time
So sorry to her of Donna’s death. She was friends growing up with 2 of my children and I remember her as a pretty bubbly girl. Condolences to all her family. RIP
To the French family my deepest condolences so sorry for your loss
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna was one of the nicest people I have ever met and had the pleasure of working with.
She will be missed for sure.
Rest in Peace Sweet Lady
Our deepest condolences to all of Donna’s family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers!
Denise my beautiful niece. I am at a loss for words. My heart is broken. Your mom and I were friends a very long time. I remember only too well when she was pregnant with you. We laughed, we cried, we went through a lot together during those years. Many ups snd many downs. We were like sisters. We remained friends all through the years and she always greeted me with that big smile, how could you not smile back. Her laugh was loud and infectious and even if you didn’t know what she was laughing at it made you laugh. My heart goes out to you, the family and her many friends. To know her was to love her. Love you Denise always and forever. ❤️❤️
My sincere sympathy to you Annatte Kevin and Chad on the passing of Donna. Always had that beautiful smile. May she RIP
Deepest condolences to Annatte and family. Donna had such a sparkling personality and will missed by all.
My sincere and deepest condolences to Donna’s family and friends. Rest easy with the angels my friend.
Denise and family,
I’m so sorry for this unexpected loss, you are in our thoughts.
Mary-Ann
My sincere condolences to Kevin and the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to Donna’s family and friends. Such a wonderful person. A smile that would just capture you. RIP Donna. You will be missed.
To Donna’s family and friends. There are no words that can ease the pain you are suffering at the difficult time. May Donna rest in peace knowing how much she was loved and will be missed by her family and the many many people that had the pleasure of knowing her. 💔💔
Annette, Kevin, Chad and French Family, My deepest sympathy to you all for the loss of Donna, Thoughts and Prayers to you All, May Donna RIP 🙏🙏
Donna was a beautiful person inside and out and my deepest condolences to her family and may she Rest In Eternal Peace
My deepest condolences to all the family and all of Donna s friends she was a beautiful lady always smiling and laughing big hugs to all
My deepest sympathy to Mitchell and Denise and the French family from sally and terry
Deepest condolences to the French family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Donna’s kindness, smile, and laugh. She will be missed. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to you all. I worked with Donna at ICT. She was always so cheerful. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heartfelt condolences to all the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Annette, I am so very sorry for your loss, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you
So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Our condolences to her family & friends. May she RIP 🙏
My condolences to Donna’s family. Prayers and thoughts are with you all
Annette we are sorry to hear of Donna passing .May she rest in Peace .
My ❤️ heartfelt condolences to Donna’s family and friends…I knew Donna many years as a neighbor and friend..she always had a smile…my sincere sympathy to Donna’s Mom Annette, brothers Kevin and Chad ..and of course her other half Danny…God Bless you all!!!!! Rest In Peace!!!!! Donna!!!
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin and Chad’s sister. My condolences to you both and to the rest of your family.
Sorry for your loss Mitch sending love to you and your family at this difficult time. May your mom rest in peace
Sorry to hear the loss of Donna. My sincere condolences to Kevin , Chad and family. May she RIP
Our deepest condolences to Annette, Kevin and Chad and all her family and friends may Donna Rest In Peace
Annette and family I’m so sorry for your loss my sincere condolences to you all
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to Janette, Kevin,Chad and Family.Rest in Peace Donna
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. rip Donna
My condolences to the families of the late Donna French-Campbell. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during the loss of your loved one. R.I.P. Donna
I am sorry for your loss. I will always remember Donna’s kindness, smile and laugh. She will be missed. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Annette, Kevin, Chad and family
Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. RIP Donna
To all of Donna’s family I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I went to high school with Donna and infectious smile is so true. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Condolences to Annette, Kevin and Chad. So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing, may she RIP and fly with the angels for all eternity.
So sorry for your loss Dan and family,,,/RIP Donna
Dan and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending you a big hug Dan ❤️
Very sorry for your loss Mitchell and family , we loved Donna and are gonna miss her terribly
So sorry for your loss. Send prayers to the family. Try to hold on to the memories to help with the rough days agead
We are very sorry to learn of Donna’s passing. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by all.