Pomeroy, Donna
September 7, 1952 -
Place of Birth: Manistique, MI
Place of Principle Residence: Rapid River, MI
Biography:
Donna Jean Pomeroy was born to John Jacques and Rose La Marche in Manistique, MI. Her mother died in childbirth in 1960, an event that would latter affect Pomeroy’s writing. Pomeroy earned her certification as a grief counselor and thantologist in 2004, her associated in Human Services at Bay De Noc College in 1990, and has taken Psychology classes at Late State University. She is an author of three books and has had poetry published in many newspapers. In addition to writing, Pomeroy is a former business owner and a full-time mother and housewife. She lives in Rapid River, MI with her husband of thirty-seven years, Herbert, and has four boys.
Selected Works:
- Faded Genes: Memories of a Motherless Daughter (2007)
- If Mama Were Here (2001)
- A Visit to Mama’s Grave (1980)
Critical Reception:
For If Mama Were Here: Living Without Mama:
“I would hope that if there are people who are dealing with terrible problems right now and feel that they will never get over their sorrow, that they will consider reading this book. Even if you wish to read an inspiring story, this may very well be the book for you.”
— Marquette Mining Journal
“What I expected when reading this book was a moving grief-walk, opening into a new life filled with hope and joy. What I didn’t expect were the unusually vivid characters that distinguish the book. Even days later, I found myself in a quiet room with them, learning lessons, sharing life stories. This journey, a walk with faith, hope and love, is well-worth the time.”
—Norma J. Kulas, Author
“This book would be very helpful for anyone who lost a loved one. It is a touching tribute to Donna Jean’s family. Because most of the story is told through her eyes as the seven year old it feels as though the reader is going through this journey with her. Now in her adulthood she found a way to heal through life’s hurts.”
—Families First Monthly, Traverse City, Mich.
Relevance of Place to Author’s Work:
Pomeroy has based much of her writing on her experience growing up in Michigan without a mother.