Donna Jean Uebinger, age 79, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2015, at her home in Flora.
Donna was born on June 20, 1936 in Xenia, Illinois, the daughter of Edgar and Lelia (Rush) Lee. She married James L. Uebinger on June 3, 1956 in Flora. He preceded her in death on January 20, 2015.
Donna was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Flora, sharing her musical talents, playing the piano and organ for many years. She passed her love of music on to her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed writing, contributing articles for the newspaper, and writing her blog. She also enjoyed camping as a member of the “Lucky Ramblers” camping club. Earlier in her life, she worked as a legal secretary for several prominent area attorneys before focusing her attention as owner/operator of three successful area businesses with her husband Jim. They retired in 2004 to relax and travel while maintaining their roots in the Clay County community.
Donna is survived by her children: Brad L. Uebinger of Indianapolis, IN, Shari S. (Uebinger) Harvey and husband Jeff of Flora, James B. “Brent” Uebinger and wife Tammy of Flora; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; sister: Ruby (Lee) Warren of Flora; and a brother: Robert “Bob” Lee of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother, and one sister.
A funeral service for Donna Uebinger will be held at 12 (Noon) Thursday, September 3, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Pastor Charles Warger officiating. Interment will be in the Floral Garden of Memories Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service on Thursday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Donna requested casual attire for those attending. Memorial donations may be given to the First Baptist Church of Flora or Clay County Hospice and will be accepted at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.frankandbright.com.