Donna Koulentis Rivelli

Donna Koulentis Rivelli, 88, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 2, 2026. Born in Waukegan, Illinois, Donna moved from Chicago, IL to Fl with her husband and six children in ‘73. Then settling in Mount Dora from Fort Myers, Florida in ‘82. She worked in Real Estate Sales alongside her husband. Was a member of the Fraternal order of the Eagles. Donna will be remembered as the best and most fun mom, a devoted wife, an excellent cook, and someone who truly loved entertaining family and friends. Her home was always filled with laughter, good food, and warmth. Donna is survived by her beloved husband of 70 years, Thomas A. Rivelli of Mount Dora, FL; her son, Daniel L. Rivelli of Naples, FL; and her four daughters, Cheryl (Shawn) Monroe of Clinton Corners, NY; Christine Shoobridge of Mount Dora, FL; Dina Rivelli Martin of Turtletown, TN; and Katrina Rivelli (Sean) Jennison of Land O’Lakes, FL. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Edwynn Martin, Thomas Martin, and Sophia Monroe. She is preceded by her son Michael Rivelli, parents John and Mary Koulentis, Brother Gus Koulentis, Sister Charlotte Koulentis. A viewing will be held at Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 01, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Women’s Club of Eustis, located at 227 North Center Street, Eustis, FL 32726. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice. Their care and support was vital to us during this time. We are so thankful for their love and support. 1645 E. Highway 50, Suite 302, Clermont, FL 34711 (checks made out to Amedisys) or online at Amedisys.com please select Mineola. Online Guestbook available at www.hardenpauli.com Arrangements by Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis, Florida.