Donna enjoyed reading, coloring, assembling puzzles, walks on the beach with loved ones, bowling, decorating for the holidays, enjoyed cooking for one and all, enjoyed baking with her grandchildren, and sharing recipes with loved ones. She always had a strong compassion for animals, most recently her dog, Bella, and cat, Baby.
She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond H. Dahm.
Donna was a loving and affectionate partner to George H. Young of Belleville, IL, who was her foundation and brought her true love, joy, and happiness. Their two hearts came together and joined as one. He was her first thought every morning and last thought every night.
She was a beloved mother to her children, Bobby John King of Belleville, IL, Sherry Lynn Dillard of Belleair Beach, FL; and to her favorite son-in-law Brian Gene Dillard of Belleair Beach, FL;
the adored grandmother “Mama” of
Beau (Emily) Wilson-Dillard, Ashton (Robin) Dillard,
Joshua Dillard, Jenna Dillard,
Bobby King Jr., and Evan King;
as well as a caring great-grandmother to
Zak, Gracyn, Aubree, Ambellina, and Briella.
Donna was the stepdaughter of Verna Dahm;
and was the oldest of five brothers and two sisters,
Dennis (Toni) Dahm of New Baden, IL,
Mike (Debby) Taylor of Swansea, IL,
Steve Taylor of Belleville, IL,
Debbie (John) Alesaski of O’Fallon, IL,
Deann (Mike) Dahm of Millstadt, IL,
Raymond M. (Gerry) Dahm of Millstadt, IL,
and Terry (Shari) Dahm of Belleville, IL.
She is also survived by her oldest and dearest loving friend, Lori Jeffress.
The love you provided was unmatched and beyond measure. The beautiful moments you shared with us will never be forgotten. You will be dearly loved and missed forever and always until we are joined together in eternity. Jesus said in John 14, “There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.”
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Belleville Area Humane Society. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Funeral: Per Donna’s wishes, no funeral services will be held.