Donna Jean Pierson

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Donna Jean Pierson, age 73 of St. Francisville, passed away at her home on Thursday,
April 2, 2020. She was born in Lawrenceville on February 2, 1947 to Eugene Merlin
Pierson and his wife Helen Irene (Millhouse) Pierson.

As a young woman, Donna earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. For
many years, Donna taught elementary students within the Red Hill school district. After
many years of teaching, she retired. Donna was also a long-time member of the Christian
Church of St. Francisville. She was very active in the church and could always be
depended on to help provide for celebratory and bereavement meals at the church. She
was also active in the St. Francisville Women’s Club.

She is survived by her sister, Becky Pierson of St. Francisville, two nieces, and two
nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Bill Pierson.

A graveside service will be held for Donna Pierson will be held in Lawrenceville City
Cemetery. Cunningham-Young Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Memorial contribution can be made to the St. Francisville Christian Church or to the St.
Francisville Women’s Club directly or through the funeral home. For those wishing to
send her family condolence cards, please send them to the Cunningham-Young Funeral
Home at P.O. Box 522 Lawrenceville, IL 62439