Evelyn Donato (Ricci), 78, of Woburn, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025. Born to the late Alfred and Evelyn Capone Ricci, Evelyn lived a life centered around family, love, laughter, and devotion.
She was the beloved wife of 45 years to Eugene Donato and the proud mother of Jeffrey Burke and his wife Holly, Thomas Burke and his wife Lisa, Brian Burke and his wife Danielle, and Gina Donato. Evelyn’s joy was multiplied in her role as grandmother to Madison, Tristan, Erin, Lauren, Emily, Alexander, Timothy, Remi, and Cali, and great-grandmother to Luca, Lyla, and Gianni. Her family was the heart of her world, and she cherished every moment spent together.
Evelyn will be remembered for her warmth, strength, and the love she shared so generously with those around her. She had a sharp wit and a wonderful sense of humor that could light up any room. She loved to travel and found peace and happiness at the beach, where she felt most at home.
Her legacy of kindness, laughter, and devotion will live on through her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, October 10. Visiting hours will begin at 11:30 AM, immediately followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:30 PM.