Donna Tekempel
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Donna Tekempel

  • November 27, 1965 - November 22, 2009
  • Medina, Ohio
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“Donna had so much courage and strength and fought so hard to make everyday count. She loved life to the fullest while teaching and encouraging others...Read More » ”
1 of 6 | Posted by: Samantha

“Dearest Donna, Thank you for your caring and your strength, and most especially for your positive nature. Thank you for taking the time to brighten...Read More » ”
2 of 6 | Posted by: Carla Everstijn

“There is no candle so bright. As the heart you gave of light. A sparrow flu by with the wind, Whipsering how blessed we have been. Your life is here...Read More » ”
3 of 6 | Posted by: Deborah J. Devlin - akron, OH

“Donna, You taught us all so much about love and life. I'll always remember and treasure your spirit and your love. I was surprised when I saw you...Read More » ”
4 of 6 | Posted by: Beth Lawton - Seville, OH

“DONNA, ALWAYS THINKING OF YOUR THOUGHTFULLNESS, YOUR HELPFULLNESS, AND YOUR STRENGTH. ”
5 of 6 | Posted by: SHARON YARNELL

“DONNA, I LOVE YOU DEARLY AND WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. ”
6 of 6 | Posted by: DENISE HOFFMASTER


Donna Lichty Tekempel (nee Galish), 43 of Medina passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Hospice of Medina County at The Inn. She was born November 27, 1965 in Cleveland to Francis A. and Rosemary F. (nee Brandt) Galish. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, friend, and homemaker. She was a Medina High School graduate, was very active in the American Cancer Society, and a member of St. Francis Xavier Parish. She enjoyed motorcycle riding, cooking, crocheting, and gardening, both vegetable and floral. She was strong in her faith and her children were her passion. Mrs. Tekempel is survived by her husband David Tekempel; children Brandon Lichty, Tristian Tekempel, and Lillian Tekempel all of Medina; step-son Denver Tekempel of Akron; parents of Westfield; siblings Dee Ann Arndt of Westfield, Angela Galish of Medina, and Andrea (Gary) Allen of Medina; and many nieces, nephews, and countless friends. She was preceded in death by her son Kyle Lichty. Friends may join the family for visitation on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Road (Corner of Route 18 & River Styx Road), Medina. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Interment will follow in St. Francis Cemetery.