Catherine J. (Bucchanio) Donaldson 63, of Bellingham, and a former Franklin resident, passed away, gracefully, at her home Wednesday February 2, 2022 with family at her side. She was the beloved wife of Rick A. Donaldson, with whom she shared 21 years of marriage.
Cathy was a valued employee for Owens and Minor for several years.
When she wasn’t busy helping or taking care of other people, she enjoyed shopping, hanging out with friends and family, but most of all loved spending time at the family cottage sipping a glass of wine.
She is survived by her father, Peter J. Bucchanio, brother Joseph R. Bucchanio both of Franklin, MA, her sister Andrea (Bucchanio) Lennox and her husband Ken of Blackstone, MA. Mother-in-law Carolyn Valerio, Franklin, MA. Sister-in-law Patricia Bucchanio, Franklin, MA and Five nieces Tasha, Emily, Toni, Abby, and Taylor. Many cousins, aunts and uncles.
She is predeceased by her mother Sandra L. (McDermott) Bucchanio and her Brother Peter T. Bucchanio.
A Celebration of Life to honor Cathy will be held at a later date.
The Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. is honored to assist the Donaldson-Bucchanio family.