Obituary of Donna Lynne Oberlender

Donna Lynne Salmon Oberlender, 70, of Marcellus, NY passed away on July 16, 2015, following a lengthy fight against cancer. She maintained a very positive attitude and her sense of humor throughout. Donna has chosen to graciously donate her body to the Anatomical Gift Program for the advancement of medical education and research. Donna graduated from Mechanicville, NY High School and earned her Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Oneonta and Master's Degree from SUNY Cortland. She retired from OCM BOCES where she taught computer software to local school administrators and staff as well as developing software tools for schools. Donna was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Marcellus. Donna loved traveling, especially to Maine, Alaska, and the western U.S. She enjoyed time at her family camp where she spent much of her childhood. She also took pleasure in gardening, sewing, and laughing and spending time with family. She is survived by her husband, Mark; daughters Debi (Mike) Plochocki and Amanda Oberlender; sister, Judi (Dave) Callanan; brothers Roger (Beth) Salmon, Bob (Darlene) Salmon, Dave (Marybeth) Salmon, and Jim (Laurie) Salmon; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at HOA and Crouse Hospital for their kindness and compassion. There will be no calling hours or services. To express sympathy please visit www.ryanfhmarcellus.com