Alma Wahlberg Health 2021: Illness, Deteriorating Condition Both Donnie and Mark did not mention the real cause of her death. But for what it s worth, Donnie usually managed his mother s social media accounts where he always hinted about Alma s deteriorating health. In July 2020, he updated their fans about his mother s health, saying that he didn t remember much and was often confused but somehow she was still Alma. Wahlberg added on Instagram. She still lights up a room. She still made me smile. She s still stubborn. And she still loves her baby Donnie. I thank you all, for your well wishes. Sending my heartfelt love, and sincerest wishes, to all those away from their loved ones. That you will be together again.