Donna Lee Meredith

Donna Lee Meredith, 78, of Post Falls, Idaho passed away January 26, 2017 at Guardian Angel Homes. Donna was born September 26, 1938 in Oakland, California to Loren and Helen (Heath) Schenkosky. Donna spent her childhood in Oakland where she attended and graduated from Castlemont High School in 1957. There she met Dave Butler and they were married in 1958. Together they had two daughters. In the early 1970's they moved to the Pacific Northwest settling in the Medical Lake area. They were divorced in the late 1970's. She then met Joe Meredith in Spokane, Washington. They purchased acreage in Four Lakes, Washington. Then moved to Hauser Lake, Idaho; and finally spending their later years in Post Falls, Idaho. Donna had a kind heart, and loved her animals including cats, rabbits, and dogs. She also loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed decorating her home, thrift shopping, and taking long drives up the North Fork of the Coeur d’ Alene River. She is survived by her loving husband Joe Meredith of the family home in Post Falls, Idaho; two daughters Sherry Butler of Springdale, Washington, and Julie (& husband John) Berdis of Cheney, Washington; two granddaughters Brooke Harrington, and Julie Marie Berdis. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Joan and Joan’s family. Donna was so loved by her husband, daughters, family and friends, she will be greatly missed. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. The family suggests that memorials may be made to Kootenai Humane Society at 11650 N. Ramsey Rd. Hayden, Idaho 83835. Or to Auburn Crest Hospice at 1221 W. Ironwood Dr. Suite 102 Coeur d' Alene,ID 83814.