Donna E. Frost, 58, passed away on July 8, 2022, after a long battle with ALS. Donna was born in Boston MA, to Arnold and Ruth Frost (Downey).

After graduating from Northeastern University’s nursing program, Donna went on to work for Mass General Hospital, and was known as the “best nurse”. She was a patient advocate, made a difference in nursing care, and drove change at MGH. Donna went on to get her master’s degree at the prestigious Mass General Hospital’s Nurse Practitioner program and had a continual nursing career for 35 years.

Donna was married to Bill Grew, the love of her life, while living on Cape Cod. She adored spending time with her family and friends, making lifelong friends everywhere she could.

She is survived by her husband Bill Grew, her siblings, Bob Frost and his wife Linda, Stephen Frost, Ginger Frost Cioffi and her husband Tony Cioffi, nephew Michael Frost and his fiancé Shannon Wallace, her nieces, Kelly Frost and Lilly Cioffi, as well as many lifelong friends, aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved her dearly.

Visitation will be held from 4:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave, South Yarmouth. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00a.m. on Thursday, July 14, at Saint Pius X Church on Station Ave, South Yarmouth. Burial will be held at 10:45a.m. on Friday, July 15 at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the ALS Therapy Development Institute under Dr. Fernando Vieira in Donna E. Frost’s name at: https://www.als.net/donate/

I met Donna in the early 1990's in Manly, NSW, Australia. She was backpacking around Australia. We kept in touch and was a true friend. So sad to hear how she passed, considering the amount of time she spent caring for others. R.I.P Donna Mike - Could any family members please contact me on mykinman@hotmail.com Thanks

Donna, I’m so sad of learning about the news of your passing. You have made a forever impression on me. Your love for nursing and your patients never went unnoticed. You were a lover of life and found joy in the little things. Miss you and love you ❤️❤️

Donna - It’s been so long since we last talked. I have been fortunate to work with you over the years. I always considered you a friend. A nurse and friend who is always kind, caring and compassion. My condolences to your family. Rest in peace Donna.

Donna was a gift to everyone she met. She brought sunshine into so many lives. Here’s to the lady whose glass was always half full!! She was a dear friend, and I will miss her so.

To our Donna, You touched our lives and we will miss you forever. Love always, The Milton Girls

So sorry for your loss

Donna was a true blessing to everyone she met. The world lost an amazing person! Deepest condolences to Donna’s family especially my Uncle who loved her dearly.

Donna was always kind thoughtful friend and nurse. One of the board who taught me all I know. And of course the fun we had in our many years. Miss and love you

Farewell Friend, I'm so glad I got to catch up with you even if it was on the phone this past year. You were one of a kind Donna. May his light be shining upon you with all your pain vanished. Ve Con Dios RIP Donna

Donna- you definitely left your mark on this world. Anyone who met you was very lucky- you always left them smiling & laughing! You were such a blessing to have as a friend- may you continue to make a difference in the next world! You are forever missed & loved.

Heart of gold.

My Dearest Donna, thank you for being part of my life. You have always been everyone’s guardian Angel where ever your travels have taken you. Your bright light continues to shine even during these difficult days & all your loves are receiving your presence. May you forever be in eternal peace. Walking the beach reflecting on beautiful memories of you-I found this beautiful sand dollar from you I’m sure-may the 5 white doves join you to let you know you are forever loved and cherished my girl. Love you with all my heart, fly high sweetheart, LISA DEGRANDIS Legend of the Sand Dollar Upon this odd shaped sea shell, A legend grand is told About the life of Jesus- The wondrous tale of old. The center marking plainly shows The well known Guiding Star That led to tiny Bethlehem, The Wise Men from afar. The Christmas flower, Poinsettia. For His Nativity, The Resurrection, to, is marked The Easter Lily, see, Five wounds were suffered by our Lord From nails and a Roman's spear When He died for us upon the cross The wounds show plainly here Within the shell, should it be broken Five Doves of Peace are found To emphasize his legend may Peace and Love abound.

Donna's kindness and compassion inspired so many. I will hold dear memories of her from childhood as a close friend to my stepsister. My thoughts are with Donna's family members and her friends. She will be missed.