Yurista, Donna Age 86, of Blaine, MN, formerly of Hopkins and North East Minneapolis passed away on November 12, 2017. Preceded in death by her parents and four sisters. Survived by husband of 61 years, William; children, Thomas (Teri), Karen (Tom) Batiuk, Sharon; grandchildren, Andrew, Elizabeth, Jillian, Alexander, Mischa, Katrina and extended family and friends. Donna was a loving mother who spent countless hours supporting her family and friends. She loved classical music, western movies and long walks with family up at her lake home. She was an excellent cook who managed to blend our two heritages through food and never met a "hot dish" she couldn't improve.Private family services will be held. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.