Emotional tributes after death of 'beautiful inside and out' Doncaster mum

Emotional tributes have been paid to a Doncaster mum and former president of Doncaster Ladies Circle following her death after a battle with cancer, with one describring her as “the true definition of beautiful inside and out.”

Donna Nelson passed away last month with mourners gathering for her funeral earlier this week.

Doncaster Ladies’ Circle posted: “Today we said goodbye to our beautiful friend Donna.

“The true definition of the saying "beautiful inside and out" - an absolutely phenomenal woman and we're proud we got to call her our friend.

“Donna was an active member of Doncaster Ladies Circle for many years taking on the role as President, supporting with events, fundraising and warmly welcoming new members with her beautiful smile.

“Donna...we love you, we'll miss you and we thank you for your friendship and the memories.”

Hybrid House Gym, where Donna was a member also paid tribute.

A spokesperson said yesterday (September 22): “Today we say goodbye to one of our lovely members, Donna Nelson.

“After overcoming her battle with cancer it unfortunately came back a few months ago and there was nothing they could do to treat it.

“Donna was just starting to live again, be herself, get her strength back and it hit her like a brick wall, yet remained so positive and optimistic till the end.

“The kind of woman Donna was, she wouldn’t want a sad, morbid post, she’d want us to tell you how precious life is.

“So we ask you to be a bit more Donna.

“Be more Donna by showing up even when it’s hard, be more Donna by seeing the light in the dark ,be more Donna by surrounding yourself with incredible family and friends, be more Donna by pushing yourself to do uncomfortable things, be more Donna by smiling even when you don’t want to.

“Donna was taken way too soon in this life but we will see you again in the next.”