Donna Jean Tobin

Donna Jean Tobin

Donna Jean Tobin, 67, of Erie, passed away peacefully at Pleasant Ridge Manor on Monday, March 23, 2020 after a lengthy illness.

She was born in Dunkirk, NY, then moved to Erie as a child. She was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Marconi) Brandon.

Donna attended Mt. Carmel Catholic School and Academy High School, where she graduated from in 1968. She then attended Edinboro University where she graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development. She was a Head Start teacher for 30 years. After retiring, she enjoyed spending time with her sister, kids, and grandchildren. She was a longtime member of Holy Family Catholic Church. 

Survivors include two sons, Jay Tobin (Jackie) of Crawford County, and Mike Tobin of Erie; 6 grandchildren, and 3 step-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Sandra Brandon; a brother, Bill Brandon, and a son, Rick Tobin.

In accordance with CDC guidelines, Memorial Services will be private for family and will be at a later date.