Donna M. McDonald
Andover, NH – Donna M. McDonald, 61, passed away on March 6, 2026, after a lengthy illness.
Born on November 18, 1964, in Stoneham, MA, Donna was the daughter of Donald Blades Sr. and Dorothy (Milliken) Blades. She was raised in Fremont, NH.
Donna graduated from Sanborn Regional High School and went on to earn her degree in Accounting from Northeastern University. She put her education to use in a variety of roles throughout her career, in industries ranging from banking to construction. For many years, she served as the Finance Manager at Accurate Air Inc. in Manchester, NH, where she was respected for her dedication and hard work.
Donna was an active and energetic person who loved both playing and watching sports. She enjoyed spending time at the beach, being with her family, and cherished time with her children and grandchildren. She also had a special place in her heart for her beloved dog, Kasi.
Known for her incredible generosity, Donna was always willing to help anyone in need. She shared her time volunteering with various churches throughout her life and was passionate about giving back to her community. She instilled this same spirit of service in her daughters, often bringing them along to volunteer at local soup kitchens when they were young. Donna continued her acts of service and volunteerism while attending One Church in Belmont, where she found faith and fellowship.
Donna is survived by her loving daughters, Christine Guay and her partner Edgar Hewitt of Andover, NH, and Allison Guay and her partner Robert Pann Sr. of Allenstown, NH. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Mason Hewitt, Mariah Hewitt, Kailynn Pann, and Robert Pann Jr. She is also survived by her siblings, Dorene Heselton and her partner Joe Bodge of Epping, NH, Donald Blades Jr. and his wife Theresa of Fremont, NH, Douglas Blades of Sandown, NH, Diane Hammond and her husband Rick of Deerfield, NH, and Denise Davidson of Loudon, NH. She is further survived by her beloved uncle, Dick Blades, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
In addition to her parents, Donna was predeceased by her sister, Darlene Nicholson; and her nieces, Emily Davidson and Callee Rose Hynds.
A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00p.m. at Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 172 King Street in Boscawen, NH. A memorial service will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information please visit https://phaneuf.net/.
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