Donna Ann Kelly

Donna Ann Kelly of Manchester, CT died on September 8, 2025. She was born to Anna and William Kelly on January 24, 1944 and was the youngest of six children.

Donna attended local schools and graduated from Manchester High School in 1962. She attended Manchester Community College and received an Associate’s Degree in Accounting. She worked for various business n the Greater Hartford area, including Pratt & Whitney and The Travelers.

Donna loved gardening, reading, attending local church fairs, and attending productions at the Connecticut Repertory Theatre in Storrs and the Little Theatre of Manchester. She was a member of the Hot Chics, a group of friends, who enjoyed doing many activities together. When she was young, she travelled to California, Hawaii, Bermuda, and to various countries in Western Europe. Donna loved all animals. During her lifetime, she owned a horse, as well as, a few dogs and cats. She enjoyed watching the birds in her yard and made sure they were well fed every day.

Donna was predeceased by her parents; siblings and their spouses: Raymond Brewer, Stephen and Arlene Brighenti, William Kelly, Albert and Alice Gorman, and Richard Kelly. Her survivors include: her sister, Marion Brewer; her sister-in-law, Jeannette Kelly; her 14 nieces and nephews and their families: Sharon Mulvey, Richard Brewer, Stephen Brighenti, Michael Brighenti, Karyne Brighenti, Gary Brighenti, Lisa Brighenti, Theresa Kelly, William Kelly, Chandra Bliss, Albert Jeffrey Gorman, Kathleen Faria, John Gorman and Scott Gorman.

There are no visiting hours. Donna will be laid to rest at East Cemetery in Manchester in a private ceremony. To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmeswatkins.com