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Donna Lee Kenrick, 84, of Spokane, WA, sadly and unexpectedly departed this Earth on August 30, 2024, surrounded by her family. Donna was born on May 15, 1940, to Harry and Mary Jannot, one of five daughters, including, Sue Clark, Joan Rogers, Betty Ross, and Sondra Carnell. The Jannot family grew and thrived in the local Spokane community. Donna took great pleasure in the arts, perfecting her sewing, crocheting, quilting, and knitting skills and sharing the results of her craft with those she knew and loved. Most importantly, Donna took great pleasure in spending time with family and friends. Loving mention to her lifelong friend, Judy Schmeer, and caring neighbors, Pattie Vlastelic, Joyce Frederick, Carol Bichelmeyer and Gary Klawitter. Donna is survived by her sister, Sondra Carnell; children, Vicki Esposito (Mike) and Michael R. Love; grandchildren, Shelby Laine, Nicky Love, Jenny Love, Kumiko Love-Dempsey, Heidi Schaffer, Jennifer Love-Swan, Ashley Love, Brandon Love; and many loving nieces, nephews, and several adored great-grandchildren. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Mary Jannot; husband, Steve Kenrick; sisters, Sue Clark, Joan Rogers and Betty Ross; children, Greg Love and Randy Love; and grandchildren, Jason Kiss and Dennis Mitchell. Per Donna’s personal request, no funeral or formal memorial services will be held.