October 24, 1940 – March 29, 2023
Donna Cochrane (nee: Drummond), 82, of Winnipeg MB., passed peacefully on March 29, 2023.
Donna is the loving wife of Orin Cochrane; mother of Dana (Les), Kim (Scott), Braden (Ricki-Jo) and Justin (Leah); grandmother of Kyle, Dara, Kassidy, Cashden and Reid. She is survived by her siblings Wally (Karen), Norm (Pat) and Edna (Gerry); and is reunited with her parents Clarence (“Jigger”) and Flora as well as siblings William (“Bud”) and Virginia (“Gig”).
Donna was born and raised in Druid, Saskatchewan and spent most of her life in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Donna always loved gatherings, and her home was always open to share the good times be a haven of comfort. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Donna dedicated much of her life to education with a passion for early years reading and writing. She wrote books and did in-services across North America sharing her approach and experience. Her passion for education will be remembered by her students and colleagues of the schools she taught and administered in North Kildonan.
A celebration of her life will be held on July 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Please contact family for service location.
In lieu of flowers raise a glass to Donna and enjoy her memory.
8 thoughts on “Donna M. Cochrane”
Auntie Donna always made me feel special. Not just me, but my husband when he joined the family and then our children. Family dinners on special occasions made great memories and family bonds that extend across generations. We will raise a glass to our Auntie Donna!
Jody (niece)
My condolences to Orin and his family🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Sympathies to the family of Donna Cochhrane. She was a long ago friend and a former neighbour that left me with many good memories. Rest peacefully, Donna.
Sorry for your loss. I wish you and your family health and good memories. Haven’t met your children Orin , still have fond memories of our trip out west with in the early 1950s.
Don Combe
Dear Orin and family, I am very sorry for your loss. Donna was indeed passionate about education. I worked with her for a few years and thought she was an amazing administrator. Donna treated everybody fairly and respectfully. May the treasured memories you have of her help you get through this sad time. Rest in peace, Donna. You were appreciated and loved. I read your book about Spiders to my students every year❣️
High my name is Ben kilpatrick. I am very sorry to hear of this passing here. I remember Orin Cochrane as principal when I was in shaughnessy park school in Winnipeg. I am 47 years old now. I was 11-13 years old at this time when Orin cochrane was principal here. I would like to wish the friends and family here the best. 😊😀🎃😊😀🤓. I am presently living in Neepawa Manitoba I still remember many of my teachers from my younger years here. Take care
Donna was my administrator for a few years in my teaching career and the administrator of the school where my own children went to elementary school. She was indeed passionate about her chosen field of education, especially reading and writing. I was privileged to work with her and appreciated her genuine support, encouragement and wisdom.
I was fortunate to have worked with Donna as my administrator in Sun Valley School. She was encouraging and supportive and I really appreciated her educational experience and wisdom. She was also a wonderful principal at Maple Leaf School where our daughters both attended elementary school. Thankful for her influence and inspiration!