NORWICH – Donna Jeanne Armstrong passed away peacefully on September 11, 2014. She was born on May 17, 1934 in Sherburne the daughter of Don U. and Frances (Adams) Gould. Remembered by most as one of the most artistic people they have ever known.
She was published many times for her original porcelain dolls, and knitting patterns. Once Donna put her energy to learning a new craft, she always mastered it, from being a master cake decorator, tatting, painting, knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing, and much more. She was able to pull all that talent together when she started creating her porcelain dolls. From sculpting the head to the hand painted designs on each outfit. She was a former member of Home Bureau, Chenango Valley Doll Club, Original Doll Artist of America, and Chenango Community Players. Wanting to introduce her daughter to ballet and tap dance, she taught and operated a dance studio in her home for several years.
Donna is survived by: her daughter, Katrina J. Guinn of Gilbertsville NY, grandchildren: Stacey J. (Kyle) Popovich of Colorado Springs CO, Courtney E. Flanagan of Morrisville NY, Jason M. Flanagan of Oxford NY, Eric L. (Christal) Guinn of Lumberton NC, 2 great-granddaughters, and her best friend of 50+ years, June W. Mason. She was predeceased by her husband, David P Armstrong, son, Craig M. Guinn. There will be no calling hours or memorial service. Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery at a later date. Contributions in her memory may be made to Ronald McDonald House, or charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.johnstonfh.com.
Arrangements are by the Johnston Funeral Home of Morris.