Donna Marie Vennero

Donna Marie Vennero, 62 of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away January 23, 2026. Donna was born May 20, 1963, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to the late Donald and Patricia Bender.

She is survived by her beloved Husband, Sam Vennero: her son, Michael Stein of Lebanon, Tennessee; her brother, Donald "Buzzie" Bender and his wife Julie of Panama City Beach, Florida; her son and daughter-in-law, Vinnie and Megan Vennero of Carnegie, Pennsylvania; and her cherished grandchildren, Vincent and Leah Vennero. She is also survived by her nephew Blair and his wife Aubery, and their children Aria and Thane, of Palm Coast, Florida.

Donna lived an eventful life centered around her family and friends. She began her career in the parking industry in 1985 as a Parking Enforcement Officer and later served as an Analyst for Allentown Parking Authority. After meeting Sam in New Orleans at a parking conference, she relocated to Orlando, Florida, where they were married at Lake Eola Park. Donna continued her professional career in Orlando, working for several companies as an Administrative Assistant until her retirement in November 2023.

She had a deep love for travel, especially to the Caribbean Islands, and greatly enjoyed the beaches along Florida's west coast. For more than 20 years, Donna made her home in Orlando, where she spent many happy days relaxing by the pool with close friends. More recently, Donna and Sam fulfilled a dream by purchasing a home in Margaritaville in Panama City Beach. She was excited to begin this new chapter, make new friends, and enjoy all the community had to offer.

Donna will be remembered as a beautiful, kind, and thoughtful soul who brought light, warmth and love into the lives of everyone she touched.