Mrs. Donna M. Bolinski, 74, of Utica, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022, with her loving family by her side.

     Donna was born in Utica, on December 28, 1947, the daughter of the late Chester and Margaret (Church) Mazurowski. She was a 1966 graduate of Utica Free Academy and later furthered her education, graduating in 1993 from BOCES where she received her nursing degree.  On November 16, 1971, Donna was united in marriage with Chester Bolinski.  For many years, Donna was employed as a Registered Nurse retiring from NY State. 

     Mrs. Bolinski is survived by her son, Christopher Bolinski and his wife Nikki of Utica; She was Noni to Payson and Sara Bolinski of Utica, Anthony (Brooke) Baker of New Hartford and Kaile (Jermaine) White of Rensselaer, NY and great Noni to Joseph Baker and Evalyn White; Also surviving is her sister-in-law, Sharon Mazurowski and her best friend and traveling companion, Olwean Drake, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was predeceased by her husband Chester and several siblings. 

     Visitation for family and friends is Friday, December 2, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Heintz Funeral Home, 408 Herkimer Rd., N. Utica, followed by a memorial service at noon at the conclusion of visitation.  She will be laid to rest with her beloved Chester in Calvary Cemetery in Utica.

     Donna’s family would like to thank the staff at The Lutheran Home, Gordon Unit for their care and compassionate service.