Donna Marie Watts, 71, of Derry, NH, died Tuesday September 22, 2026, at Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH. She was born on October 21, 1954 in Boston, MA, a daughter of John Watts and Charlotte (Biron) Simms. Former owner and operator of Gardenia's Bookstore and Learning Center in Derry, NH.
She is survived by her daughter, Gwendalen Reeves Hagerman; son, Jesse Reeves, III; two grandsons, Jonathan Reeves and Derek Purnell; her partner of 30 years, Mark Juster; two brothers, Steven Watts, and Kevin Watts; two sisters, Linda Watts Fitzpatrick, and Janice Watts Hanrahan; as well as several nieces and nephews. Donna is predeceased by her brother, Paul Watts and sister, Charlotte Watts.
Following cremation, calling hours will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 15 Birch Street, Derry. A time of sharing will begin at 5:30 in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Upper Room, Derry NH, https://www.urteachers.org/donations_for_times_of_need/