BENBOW, Donna (née Mucha)

Born on December 31, 1951. Passed away August 25, 2023.

Passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023, with family at her side.

Loved and loving wife of Les (dec).

Mother and mother-in-law of Kelly and Joe, Michael and Michelle, David and Michelle.

Amazing grandma to Sebastian, Isabella, Riley, Amali, Hudson, Oscar, Isla and Ariana.

Reunited With Dad And Nan

Funeral Notice
St Mary's Catholic Church Monash Road, NewboroughView Map
Prayers for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Donna Benbow will be offered at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Cnr Law St and Monash Road, Newborough on Friday, (September 1st, 2023) commencing at 11.00am.

Following the service, the funeral will leave for the Yallourn Cemetery.

The Prayers Service for Donna will also be Livestreamed.

To view the livestream, please CLICK HERE.
Tributes
  1. Sending our love and condolences to all the family on the loss of such a lovely lady. RIP Donna xx

    Chrissie Backman August 27, 2023
  2. Thankyou for opening up your arms and showing me with laughter and love.
    I’ll never forget how wonderful you and Les were to me.
    All my love goes to the Benbows.

    Sim, Dave, Sasha and Xavier xoxoxo

    Simone Stevens August 27, 2023
  3. We extend our deepest sympathy to Michael, Michelle and Family. Donna’s legacy will live on through the love and wisdom she passed on to you all and may you find strength in her memory.
    Di-Mieri Family xxx

    Carolyn Di -Mieri August 28, 2023
  4. Deepest Condolences & Sympathy to Kelly, Michael, David & families. Such a wonderful mum, & work mate 24yrs peter whites, Escotts pharmacy together. Always a laugh & there for every one. Such a big smile for everyone . Together again with Les. So sorry can not be there Friday
    Lots of love Sharon 🧡💐

    Sharon jessup (mcnabb bury) August 28, 2023
  5. We are sending our love and condolences today, to the whole Benbow family. We will keep Donna in our hearts. Rest in peace, beautiful lady. Deb and Bruce Wearne

    Deborah Wearne August 28, 2023
  6. Condolences to you all in the passing of your beautiful mother and Grandmother, you were lucky to have one of the best. Rest in Peace Donna, it was an honor to know you.

    Leonie Veitch August 28, 2023
  7. Condolences to Kelly and the family.
    I’m going to miss my fortnightly visits..
    Donna made going to work the best I’ll miss her cheeky beautiful face.
    Rest easy now beautiful lady
    Xxx
    Jodie

    Jodie August 28, 2023
  8. Deepest sympathy to Kelly, Michael & David along with the extended family.

    Donna was such a beautiful person and a dear friend.

    Unfortunately I won’t be able to attend, however, will watch the livestream to pay my respects.

    RIP Donna xo

    Cornell Collins August 28, 2023
  9. Donna you fought it well, so much courage and strength you showed, a inspiration to many. Sending love and Condolences to all the family,
    Kelly , Michael, David and families, those we love always walk beside us everyday ,not seen ,not heard ,but always with us.
    RIP Donna ( reunited with Les) Being our neighbours for many years has left us all with lasting memories Fly Free xx

    Wendi Perkins & family August 29, 2023
  10. Deepest sympathy to Kelly,Michael,David and family such a beautiful lady will be deeply missed by all. Sending my thoughts and prayers to you all . Sorry I cannot make it over for the funeral xxx

    Lisa Mallee August 31, 2023
  11. Today we pay tribute to a wonderful lady who I have known all of my life. For over 50 years, I may not have seen you often, but you have been a strong part of the fabric of our family life so it’s the end of an era for us..
    Your legacy is your strength and your love, Donna. You fought for many years to provide memories for your wonderful grandchildren and that love and strength will now shine through them. What a gift.
    Kelly, Michael, David and families, may you find strength in her legacy and the love she gave. Sending my love and heartfelt condolences to you all.

    Kerryn September 1, 2023
  12. So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Much love to the family x

    The Lipski Family September 1, 2023
  13. So sorry to hear this. Donna was a lovely and kind neighbour. Thoughts to her lovely family

    Donna and Rob - Borrmans February 7, 2024