Donna H. Rakers Obituary (1944 - 2020)

Donna H. Rakers, 76, of Ramsey passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 in her home. She was born February 24, 1944 in Pana. Donna married Raymond Leo "Bud" Rakers on July 21, 1962 in Oconee. He preceded her in death on May 13, 2016. Donna was a graduate of Pana High School and member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ramsey; Shelby County Farm Bureau & Pana American Legion Auxiliary. She retired as head bank teller. She was also a farmer's wife, florist & professional cake decorator. She enjoyed sewing, square dancing, crafting, hummingbirds & stained glass. She loved taking care of her dog, Lucy, and her children, grandchildren & great grandchildren were her world. Donna is survived by her children: Coleen Rakers, Ramsey, IL; Leo (Tammy) Rakers, Parker, CO; Brian (Karen) Rakers, Snow Hill, NC; Mollie (Jeff) Beyers, Pana, IL; Patra (Craig) Deere, Pana, IL; 10 grandchildren: Danielle & Kevin Strickland, Hailey & Dan Schlesinger, Kaylee Broux Pawlowski & Jeremiah, Sierra & Nick Dicesare, Andrew Rakers, Reide Beyers, Aubrey Beyers, Connor Rakers, Addie Deere, Joel Deere, Carter Beyers; 10 great grandchildren: Brody & Bryson Strickland; Maggie, Ella, Danny, Cooper & Brady Schlesinger; Bella, Brayden & Brielle Pawlowski and 5 siblings. She was also preceded in death by 7 siblings. Funeral mass for Donna will be held on Thursday, December 3, 2020 in St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Pana at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Rodney Schwartz officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Oconee. Visitation will be held Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the rosary begins at 11:45 a.m. in St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Pana. Memorials in Donna's honor may be made to Sacred Heart School, Pana and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.