Donna Jeanne Bilotta passed away peacefully at home in Laguna Hills, CA on Feb 13. She was 88.

Donna was born in Minier, IL on April 29, 1928. She was the oldest of Grant and Winnie Helton's three children.

Donna was married to Mike for 66 years. Mike passed away in 2013.

During their years together, the couple traveled extensively in Europe and Asia and shared their love of ballroom dancing at events throughout Southern California.

Donna is survived by her daughter Michelle McCullough of Laguna Beach, CA, her son John Bilotta of Madison, CT, their spouses Matt and Eileen, and five grandchildren.

During her lifetime, she focused on her family and supporting activities at Saint Christopher's Catholic Church.

She also worked as a legal secretary in Bloomington, IL and as an administrative assistant in the business school at Cal Poly Pomona, CA.

Donna enjoyed playing golf, bridge and bingo and spending time along the beach in Laguna.

Most of all, she was devoted to her family and many friends and will be remembered for her laughter, kindness, sweet smile and beautiful heart.

She will be missed, but forever in the hearts of all of those who loved her so dearly.

A viewing will be held in the chapel at McCormick & Son Mortuaries in Laguna Hills, CA on February 28th from 5 - 9 p.m., the rosary will begin at 7:30 p.m. She will be laid to rest with her beloved husband at Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, CA on March 1st at 1 p.m.

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