With great sadness, the family of Josephine Donaghey (nee Wright), announce her passing at Brightshores Health System- Owen Sound, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the age of 87. “Jo-so-fine” is now reunited with the love of her life, Brian Donaghey, who predeceased her in 2023. Loving mother of Christine Palmer (Fred), Diane Ross (Scott), Shelley Plewes (Robert), and Cara Webster (Andy Kromkamp). Cherished grandma of Ashley, Spencer, Jack, Dylan, and Maya. Jo is survived by her siblings Pat Kay, Kathy Wright, and Ivor Wright (Lenore). Predeceased by her brother Jim Wright, sisters Dorothy Hall, Margaret Campbell (Rob), and Sharon Farmer (Bill), parents James and Matilda Wright (nee Byers), and brother-in-law Mickey Kay. She will be fondly remembered by her special friend Tom Gush, her many nieces and nephews, and friends in the community.

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Cremation has taken place and arrangements have been entrusted to the Garafraxa Hill Funeral Home, Chatsworth. If desired, donations to the Brightshores Wellness & Recovery Centre, Owen Sound, would be appreciated by the family. The family wish to express their sincere thanks to 'A Caring Soul', Melissa and Cristin, and Dr. Akbari at Brightshores Owen Sound, for their outstanding comfort, care, and compassion. “I'll Fly Away”. Condolences may be expressed online at www.garafraxahillfuneral.com