STEPHEN, DONNA MARIE, 71, of Coventry, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Alexander Stephen and Rita (LeBlanc ) Stephen. Donna was raised in Coventry, where she was a proud graduate of  Coventry High School class of 1971. 

A natural born “people person”, Donna worked as a Customer Service Representative at AAA Northeast for many years before retirement.  Time spent with her grandchildren, whether going to the beach to collect shells or playing games, was what Donna cherished most. Donna was also a long time fan of The Moody Blues and the sugary sweet treat, “Peeps”.  She participated in the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics RI for ten years. Her kindness and big  heart will truly be missed.  

Donna is survived by her loving children, Brianna  Stegman, her husband Ryan, of Pennsylvania,  Alexis Leech, her partner Christopher Winsor, of Coventry, and adoring  Mammie  of Aaliyah, Andrew, and Lucas.  Loving sister to Doreen Blue and her husband Richard, of North Carolina; her nieces, Dawn, Lisa, and Joye. Best friend to Linda Bonaccorsi. Donna, was predeceased by her sister JoyAnn DeCiantis.

Funeral  services are respectfully omitted. Details for A Celebration of Life will be shared at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, 

Memorial Contributions can be made 

to the Special Olympics Rhode Island. 

specialolympics.org

Arrangements by the Iannotti Funeral Home.