Donna Kinlin obituary: Donna Kinlin's Obituary, Columbus

In Memory Of
Donna Claire Kinlin
1942 - 2021

Obituary photo of Donna Kinlin, Columbus-OH
Obituary photo of Donna Kinlin, Columbus-OH

In Memory Of
Donna Claire Kinlin
1942 - 2021

Donna C. Kinlin of Fleming Island, Florida, peacefully passed away while surrounded by her four children on April 26, 2021.

She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years Donald J. Kinlin.

Donna is survived by her children Karen (Barb) Kinlin, Donald Kinlin II, Joseph (Lisa) Kinlin, Kevin (Pam) Kinlin; nine grandchildren Brandon Kinlin, Donald Kinlin III, Kelli Kinlin, Ryan Kinlin, Tanner Wilson, Kathleen Kinlin, Sean Kinlin, Jackson Kinlin, and Carter Kinlin; three great grandchildren Dale, Kole, and Patrick Kinlin.

Donna was born in Boston, Massachusetts on June 5, 1942, to the late Phillip McGrath and Sarah Waters.

While raising four children, she obtained several degrees, including two Master Degrees (in English and Business Administration).

Donna retired as an Air Force senior civilian in business and cost management, and worked for several Air Force programs, including the F-22 major acquisition.

Over the years she was a teacher, tutor for Russian immigrants, guardian ad litem for underprivileged children, as well as an avid reader and world traveler. Donna loved to dance. Most importantly, Donna will always be remembered for her love of her family.

Don and Donna will be buried together at the Dayton National Cemetery in Ohio.


In lieu of flowers please send a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Donna C. Kinlin of Fleming Island, Florida, peacefully passed away while surrounded by her four children on April 26, 2021.

She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years Donald J. Kinlin.

Donna is survived by her children Karen (Barb) Kinlin, Donald Kinlin II, Joseph (Lisa) Kinlin, Kevin (Pam) Kinlin; nine grandchildren Brandon Kinlin, Donald Kinlin III, Kelli Kinlin, Ryan Kinlin, Tanner Wilson, Kathleen Kinlin, Sean Kinlin, Jackson Kinlin, and Carter Kinlin; three great grandchildren Dale, Kole, and Patrick Kinlin.

Donna was born in Boston, Massachusetts on June 5, 1942, to the late Phillip McGrath and Sarah Waters.

While raising four children, she obtained several degrees, including two Master Degrees (in English and Business Administration).

Donna retired as an Air Force senior civilian in business and cost management, and worked for several Air Force programs, including the F-22 major acquisition.

Over the years she was a teacher, tutor for Russian immigrants, guardian ad litem for underprivileged children, as well as an avid reader and world traveler. Donna loved to dance. Most importantly, Donna will always be remembered for her love of her family.

Don and Donna will be buried together at the Dayton National Cemetery in Ohio.


In lieu of flowers please send a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.

To leave a message of condolence for the family please click the "share" tab above.

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