Donna M. Kudrav

Donna Marie (Bertolo) Kudrav, 76, of Turtle Creek, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 1, 2023, surrounded by her loving and dysfunctional family. Donna was a devoted mother of Kristina “Tina” Kudrav (Geno Marraccini), Daniel Kudrav and her honorary “favorite daughters” Hannah Bertolo and Stacy Stoutamyer. Donna leaves behind her husband of 54 years, Louis Kudrav; brothers Joseph Bertolo and John Bertolo; grandchildren Reagan Oswald, Ashton Kudrav, Adryan Kudrav; great-granddaughter Addie Jane Lancon and numerous nieces and nephews whom she affectionately referred to as her Maggots. We know Donna will be in good hands with her late parents, Mary Ella (Ferraro) and Henry Bertolo and her brothers William (Bill) Bertolo and Ric Bertolo. She was also preceded in death by her beloved groundhog, aka “Gloria.” Donna graduated from Gateway High School and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she studied elementary education. Donna devoted nearly 50 years of her life to the dental industry starting at the age of 14. She spent the last 25 years as an assistant to Dr. Robert Capretto at his orthodontic practice and that was the very best part of her career. Donna found peace and tranquility when surrounded by nature and animals, she was a true animal whisperer. Donna took great pride and enjoyment in her Italian heritage, supporting the I'Campagnoli and even visiting her paternal relatives in Parma. Ciao, Nonna! Non ti dimenticheremo ~ We will not forget you. Donna was tenacious, sassy and never knew the meaning of the words give up. She was an amazingly strong woman and continued to demonstrate her lifelong strength and determination up to her final hours. In the poetic words of Dan, “she’s tougher than woodpecker lips!” To know her was to love her, and she will be missed by so many! As she promised us all of her life, she WILL keep in touch! With that being said, per Donna’s request, there will be no funeral service. We will have a celebration of life PARTY at a future date. Arrangements entrusted to the GENE H. CORL FUNERAL CHAPEL INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE. Condolences may be made at www.corlfuneralchapel.com.