of Greenbrier, AR
September 15, 1935 - November 5, 2024
Donna Lee Blanchard, 89, of Greenbrier, Arkansas passed away on November 5, 2024 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 15, 1935 in Tama, Iowa to the late John and Marie See. Donna went to Tama High School and was baptized at the age of sixteen. She loved roller skating, dancing and swimming. In 1954 she moved to Osceola, Iowa and married Clarence Blanchard. They were married sixty-three years before Clarence passed away in 2017. They farmed 11 years outside of Woodburn, Iowa and moved to Marshalltown, Iowa in 1965. A few years after Clarence retired, they moved to Greenbrier, Arkansas and finished out their retirement years.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 62 years, Clarence; grandchildren, Jerry Ellis, Derek Bangtson, Billy James; two great-granddaughters; one great grandson; two son-in-law's, Scott Bangtson and Joe Beeler; five brothers and one sister.
Donna is survived by her children, Gary (Joyce) Blanchard, Craig Blanchard, Tammy Beeler, Tracey Bangtson; grandchildren, Chris (Monica) Blanchard, Joe (Jennifer) Petit, T.J. Ellis, Michelle (Glen) Reynolds, Bryan Blanchard, Gail James, Ryan (Amy) Monk, Amber Monk (Abel) De Leon, Zachary Bangtson; twenty-one great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; one brother, Ed (Lisa) See; sister-in-law, Barb See and brother-in-law, Marvin (Sandra) Blanchard.
Funeral Service will be on Monday, November 11th at 10:00AM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas. Visitation will begin one hour prior at 9:00AM. Entombment will follow at Crestlawn Mausoleum.
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9 Condolence(s)
Diane Humble
Monday, November 11, 2024
Dear Tracey, Craig, and all of Miss Donna's family. We just recently became your neighbors and we're thrilled to see Miss Donna riding on Craig's side by side and waving at us. I enjoyed so much getting to visit with her those times at the back fence. I know you all will miss her greatly. We pray that the Lord will comfort you and bless you. Much love, Diane and Barry Humble
Jacob Hart
Monday, November 11, 2024
Will miss you forever great grandma sugars hope you and Grandpa are reunited
Dianne Baker
Friday, November 8, 2024
Tracey and family I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mrs.Donna my prayers are with the family.
Connie McMillen
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Craig, I’m so very sorry for your loss!! Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!!
Deb/Brad Anderson
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Donna qaa a character, fun in many ways. My memory that always comes to mind is that EMU. One of our many trips to see them , she told us about a big bird in the backyard. None of us saw it and doubted her. Clarence and all of us finally saw it.. we then let her off the hook.. RIP GIRL, much lv and hugs.
Stuart Douglas
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Thoughts and prayers of comfort for Mrs. Blanchard’s family.
CHARLOTTE MARIE (PETERSON) RUSSELL
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
ALL MY LUV TO U ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cathy Goodnight
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
So very sorry for your loss, my Gods comforting hand cover an carry y'all thru this time.. prayers for yall
Alesia Kinney
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Ms Donna will be genuinely missed. She was such a blessing to know. To know her you would love her because she had the kindest, gentle spirit.
Praying for entire family.
Alesia Kinney