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Donna Gibson, a talented artist, a gifted pianist, a pet therapy volunteer, and accountant has passed away at the age of 70.  Donna was from Jackson, Miss. She lived many years in New Orleans, and since 2014 Donna had been a resident of LaPlace, La.  Friends, relatives, and loved ones were encouraged to pause individually on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. (central time) in Moments of Memories and Prayers, and for those who choose, to light a Memory Candle at that time.  Donna would wish for continuation of the compassionate mission of Love on a Leash, a pet therapy organization Donna enjoyed volunteering with.  Love on a Leash provides an avenue for volunteer pet therapy teams to visit wherever they are invited, including nursing homes, hospitals, and schools to bring comfort, happiness, and healing through interaction with certified therapy dogs and their handlers.  Love on a Leash also provides a certification process for therapy pets and their owners.  Love on a Leash can be supported in Donna’s honor by volunteering and by contributions to the Louisiana Chapter. Their website is www.LoveOnaLeash.org  Donna would wish also for the continuation of the important work being done by The Cajun Navy, a group of volunteers who work tirelessly without pay to provide immediate rescue and relief during natural disasters.  The Cajun Navy can be supported in Donna’s honor by volunteering and by contributions.  Their website is www.CajunNavyRelief.com