Donna Smith

Donna Jean Smith, 64, of Mt. Pulaski, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at her home.

Donna was born March 7, 1960, in Carmi, IL, the daughter of Delmer and Peggy (Fuhrer) Payne. She married Robert Smith on April 27, 1985, in Mt. Pulaski, IL. He survives.

Donna is also survived by daughter, Bobbi (Daniel) Paige; stepchildren, Ronny and Robby Smith; grandchildren, Lain, Wesley, Billie, Faith, Alyssa, and Jessica; siblings, Paula Bree, Patty “Tootie” (Mike Robinson) Riggs; nephews, Patrick (Aubrey Letterle) Bree and Jeremy Riggs; great-nieces, Nevaeh, Kinzley, and Braelyn Riggs and Kelsey Beggs; great-nephew, Trenton Beggs; and great-great niece Emery Riggs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-son, Ricky; and niece, Tiffany.

Donna was a lifelong member of Mt. Pulaski Christian Church. She loved making homemade meals for her husband, family and friends. Her daily phone calls with her daughter and grandchildren were always the highlight of her day. Donna loved being a maw-maw to her grandchildren, they were her pride and joy. They spent most of their time outside playing and enjoying their time together. She was “mama” to her husband Robert since 1988 and loved him with all her heart. In April, they were looking forward to their 40th anniversary. She loved her friends but the bond with her sisters was unlike any other.

Donations can be made to the family in ℅ Bobbi Paige to assist with expenses. A celebration of Donna’s life will be held at a later date by the family. Cremation rites have been entrusted to Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln, IL.