Mrs. Nathalie C. Donell

On Thursday, February 11, 2021, Nathalie C. Donell, loving wife and mother transitioned from this life at the age of 68. She was born March 30, 1952 in Saginaw, Michigan to John (Gus) Kindred and Ellen Williams. As a young girl she embraced her love for dance and held closely to her heart many fond memories as a dancer with the High Steppers. She played both piano and violin. She was extremely smart and excelled in education, even being selected as an exchange student to go to Finland. She graduated from Saginaw High School in 1970 and held a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business from Central Michigan University. In 1971, she started her career in operator services with Michigan Bell and remained with the company until her retirement. Her loyalty to her company was clear from her reliability and consistent work habits. She retired from AT&T as an Outside Plant Engineer Manager in 2013. Nathalie met Glenn, the love of her life, in the 8th grade. They dated and eventually married on October 14, 1972. Thereafter, they built a beautiful life together while raising three remarkable children. No matter where she moved, she held tightly and proudly to her roots in Saginaw, Michigan. Her frequent visits to Saginaw included special time with her beloved mother and to attend services at her home church of more than 40 years, Bethel AME, where she served on Steward Board #3. Even as a child, Nathalie was intuitive and adventurous, with a zest for life and a desire to see the best in all people. She greeted everyone with her fun-loving energy and lighthearted tease. Her bright eyes revealed a heart of gold. Her laugh was infectious, and her smile would light up a room. Her charming wit would often bring a calm to situations that were seemingly hopeless. Nathalie’s spirit was gentle and kind. She found the way into the hearts of the many lives she touched. Nathalie lived a life full of class beyond distinction. While her chic style would draw attention and overwhelm her with compliments, it was her heart for people, charitable habits, and standards of excellence that inspired others to reach higher and always walk tall with dignity and honor. She was a trusted confidant and friend who was always up for a good laugh. Her playful teasing was accompanied by her loyal, caring and radiant energy. She shared her family, her home and her life with the world. She is survived by her mother, Ellen Williams; her husband, Glenn; her three children, Maurey Glenn Jr. (Michele), Amber (Moussa), and Aramis (David); loving grandchildren, Maurey, Nichol, Jalen, Mariah, Cameron, Mansa, Aliyah, Alanah, Michael, Maiah and Jazmyn, sisters, Elene Hall, Gwendolyn Myles, Barbara Anderson, Marcel Copley, and Bonnie Croft; her god-brother, Carl Taylor; god-sisters, Sylvia Taylor (Bay-Bay), Charla Taylor (Sis), and Janet Pruitt (Duffy); several cousins- including a very special cousin Terry, who donated his kidney 25 years ago; nieces, nephews, and many special friends. Nathalie was preceded in death by her father, John (Gus) Kindred; her brothers, Thomas Hall and Leagie Kindred; her sister, Cynthia Kindred; her god-parents, (Papa Taylor and Auntie Snook). Visitation will take place from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021, at Evans & Browne's Funeral Home, 441 North Jefferson Avenue, Saginaw, Michigan 48607. A Private Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Evans & Browne's Funeral Home, 441 North Jefferson Avenue, Saginaw, MI. Rev. P. David Saunders will officiate with interment in White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery, 621 West Long Lake Road, Troy, Michigan 48098. Due to COVID-19 there will be strictly enforced capacity restrictions. **Funeral service will be live streamed** 10:45 a.m. Go to: Obituary of Mrs. Donell Go to: Photos/Videos (or Media if on Cell or Tablet) Click on picture of casket

Mrs. Nathalie C. Donell

March 30, 1952 - February 11, 2021