Donna Saffir Zenobia, a two-term Past President of the Village Gallery of Arts, passed away on June 5, 2026. 

Donna is remembered at VGA for one of her most significant initiatives: revamping the “look of the gallery.” She brought together a committee to develop a vision and establish goals for streamlining and improving the gallery’s appearance, functionality, and security. 

Before Donna’s initiative, the gallery had three rotating card racks and a large front desk where the jewelry showcase is located today. The arrangement created an obstructed flow through the gallery and provided less security for small, more valuable items. 

Through research, thoughtful discussion, and some shrewd shopping by committee members, Donna and her team brought their vision to life. Their work resulted in the card wall, a new checkout counter that incorporated display space, storage, and a point-of-sale area, and a refreshed red wall that has become so familiar to VGA members and visitors. 

Donna was a teacher, an actress, and an artist. Those who knew and worked with her at VGA remember her for her kindness, loving heart, and love of life. Her contributions to the gallery remain a part of the space we enjoy today. 

Donna is survived by her sons, Duncan and Jason, their spouses, Paula and Brent, a gaggle of nieces and extended family, and countless friends.