Born November 11, 1934, in Peoria to Brice and Josephine Kirkbride. Her parents preceded her in death.
Surviving are two sons, Mitchell of Peoria and Martin (Dianna) Hamm of St. Louis, and six grandchildren, Stefanie, Kiel, Keely, Madisen, Connor, and Cooper and five great-grandchildren.
Donna graduated from Woodruff High School and worked for Caterpillar in various administrative roles for 30 years before retiring in 1999.
She was a dog lover, an avid gardener, and a lifelong Cardinals fan.
There are no scheduled services at this time. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter, 614 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614.
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