Donna M. Cotter

Donna M. Cotter, age 84 of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, April 24, 2026, in Shawano.
Donna was born in Plymouth, Wisconsin on May 23, 1941, a daughter of the late Arno and Agnes (Gumtow) Meyer. Shortly after she was born her mother passed away unexpectedly, so Donna was raised by her aunt and uncle in Winneconne. She graduated from Berlin High School.
On July 2, 1960, Donna was united in marriage to Russell R. Cotter, Sr. in Cascade, Wisconsin. Following their marriage the couple moved to Bonduel. Mr. Cotter preceded her in death on June 28, 1991. Donna was employed at the Vlasic Pickle Company before going to work for KI, retiring in 2006. Donna is a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Red River. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and cheering for the Green Bay Packers.
Survivors include her three children, Gary Cotter of Suamico, Russell (Bonnie) Cotter, Jr. of Shawano, and Tracy Cotter of Amberg, WI; eleven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; her brother-in-law, Michael (Karen) Cotter; her sister-in-law, Gloria Cotter; and several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her son, Brian Cotter; her daughter, Jacqueline Hussin; her grandson, Devin Cotter-Nutt; her faithful companions, Harley and Davidson; four sisters, Ione Fritz, Dorothy Tempas, Dolores Tracy and Doris Reiss; and three brothers, Donny Meyer, Edward (MaryAnn) Meyer, and Eugene (Donna Mae) Meyer.
A funeral service for Donna will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 1:00 pm at Mickelson Funeral Service in Shawano. Pastor Daniel Kim will officiate. Visitation will begin at the funeral home at 11:00 am and continue until the time of service.
Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.
“The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Moments Hospice and Oak Haven Assisted Living for the compassionate care and support given to Donna during her final days.”