Dona Wagner

Wagner, Dona (Fischer) age 93 of Fenton, MI and Parker, CO passed away November 28, 2021.

Dona was born in Flint, MI June 30, 1928 to Ralph and Armella Fischer. She was preceded in death by her husband Alton “Al” Wagner, and daughter Sherry Wagner. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Wayne (Kathryn) Wagner, Nancy (Emil) Sabolish, and Matthew Wagner; sisters Mona (Jim) Casadonte and Kay (Mike) Sweeney; grandchildren Krystyn (Gabriel) Perez and Christopher (Gayle) Wagner, great-grandchildren Oliver and Abigail Perez; and many nieces and nephews. Dona was a proud graduate of Flint Technical High School. She and Al married in 1949, and they celebrated their 71st anniversary before Al passed away in October 2020. Dona worked various jobs over the years as an administrative assistant, including working with Al in the family business, Wagner Homes. Dona and Al enjoyed all types of travel, from family vacations to world cruises during their retirement years. She loved word games, card games, and crossword puzzles, and was a wonderful cook, hosting countless family gatherings. She was a devoted mother to all of their children, and a passionate advocate for special needs son Matthew. Dona lived a life of quiet faith, the past 30 years as a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Fenton. A private funeral mass and burial service will be held at St John Church. The family welcomes memories and messages to be shared on Dona’s tribute page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the charity of your choice, or St. John the Evangelist Church.