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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Eleanor Y.
Donnelly
December 9, 1930 – October 18, 2025
Eleanor Y. Donnelly, a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born on December 9, 1930, in Walton, NY, and dedicated her life to her family and the farm she cherished. Eleanor was the devoted wife of a farmer, she married the love of her life Allan Donnelly 1/1/49. Contributing tirelessly alongside her husband at Alenor Farms and nurturing generations of love, laughter, and care within her home.
Eleanor is survived by her Children Janet (Tom) Champlin of Downsville NY, Laurie (Mike) Bradshaw of Logan UT, Thomas (Virginia) Donnelly of Walton NY, Patricia (Peter) Preimats of Highpoint NC. Michelle Donnelly from Salisbury NC Grandchildren Allan, Elizabeth, Michaela, Collin, Allania, Sterling, Jennifer, Rob, Joe, Gary, Nick, Nechele, Sharri, Brock, Nathan, Christoper, Benjamin, Philip, Eric, Jessica, Thomas, John, Ian, Connor, Julia, 30 Great Grandchildren and 5 Great- Great grandchildren. Sister Faye Yarnes of South Dakota.
Eleanor was preceded in death by her beloved husband Allan Donnelly, her son Allan Donnelly of Salisbury NC, Daughter Cassandra Donnelly of Hamden NY. Brother Richard Yarnes of Walton NY, Sisters Juanita Robinson of Syracuse, Dawn Gorton of Grahamsville NY, Gail Yarnes of Conesus Lake NY, Evelyn Mathews of Grahamsville NY. Great Grandson Tyler A. Murphy, Special friend Robert Voltzow.
Pastor Larry Light will be officiating the service which will be held on Saturday October 25, 2025, 11AM at Courtney Funeral home. A burial will be held privately at the family's discretion.
Following the service the family welcomes family and friends to the Harby Center for a gathering.
In Lieu of flowers please donate to the:
Downsville Backpack Buddy Program
PO box J Downsville NY 13755
In this time of mourning, we remember Eleanor Y. Donnelly for her unwavering love, strength, and the beautiful legacy she leaves behind. Her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched.
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