Donalene M. Platts Obituary

Donalene M. Platts of Pottsville, Pennsylvania passed away on October 19, 2026. Donalene, born on September 24, 1931, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Donalene will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Donalene will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Donalene’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence Houck and Edith Houck (Baker); her husband Franklin Paul Platts Jr.; and her sister Evelyn Ilgenfritz. She is survived by: her children, Steven Platts (Jayne), Deborah Platts (Van Howard), John Platts (Jacqueline) and Theresa Brennan (Scott); and her grandchildren, Michael, Jessica, Steven, Kelly, Joseph and Breana. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren.