Donna M. Bangma of McKinney, Texas passed away August 1, 2023, at the age of 77. She was born November 27, 1945 to Raymond and Marie (Pape) DeGoede in Cleveland, Ohio. Donna grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan and she graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High School. After high school, Donna went to Calvin College to get her Bachelor’s degree in education. During college, Donna met the love of her life, Lee, and they married on September 3, 1965 while she was still in school. Shortly after graduating, Donna and Lee moved to New Jersey where they welcomed their first two sons Chris and Jeremy into the world. After 4 years in Chicago for Lee to get his Doctorate, they moved back to Michigan where they had their son, Zach. Donna later obtained her Master’s degree and had a career teaching at different Christian schools in multiple states. After retiring in 2014 Donna and Lee moved to McKinney.
Donna was God-fearing and raised three sons. She was a loving woman and an inspiration to all she met and knew. Her life revolved around three aspects: her love for Christ and singing His praises with her gifted and beautiful voice, her dedication to teaching in Christian Schools and her love for her family.
Donna is survived by her husband, Dr. Leon J. Bangma of McKinney, Texas; sons, Christopher J. Bangma and wife, Tina of Allen, Texas, Jeremy L. Bangma and wife, Shelly of Holland, Michigan, and Zachary M. Bangma and wife, Kelly of Eugene, Oregon; grandchildren, Austin, Kambria, Heather, and Charlie; great grandchild, Lennon; brothers, Donald DeGoede and wife, Carol and James DeGoede and wife, Laura both of Michigan; and a host of other loving family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 7, 2023 at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 7820 Silverado Trail, McKinney, Texas 75070. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Redeemer’s building fund or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.