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Donna Lynne Vierk

1958 - 2025

Donna Lynne Vierk obituary, 1958-2025, Crete, IN

BORN

1958

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

Smits Funeral Home - Dyer

2121 Pleasant Springs Lane

Dyer, Indiana

Donna Vierk Obituary

Donna L. Vierk, nee Miller, age 66, of Crete formerly of Lansing, IL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 14, 2025. Loving wife of Carl D. Vierk. Devoted mother of Jennifer (Joshua) Barber, and Steven (Cori) Vierk. Proud grandmother of Eleanor, Maren, Oliver, Simon, and Emma. Dear sister of the late Dale Miller. Preceded in death by her parents James and Juanita Miller. Donna was loved by her family, and many friends, and will be dearly missed.

Memorial visitation Sunday, January 26, 2025 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. with a memorial service to be held at 6:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN, with services conducted by Rev. Caitlyn Nesbit. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Susan G. Komen www.komen.org, appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300. To leave condolences, visit our online guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com

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Published by The Times from Jan. 24 to Jan. 17, 2025.

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Debbie Haak

February 3, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was always so lovely to talk to; just the sweetest lady. I painted rocks for craft shows and her son always bought one from me. My deepest sympathy to you all. Debbie Haak

Denise Baumgartner

January 27, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family.

Barbara Pocius

January 26, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Donna was a dear friend of mine. We shared stories. Her strong Christian faith was a light to my path. God bless you and keep you in His loving embrace.
May peace be yours.
Barb Pocius

Randy and Liz Jensen

January 26, 2025

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Carl and family.

Carey Mallory

January 24, 2025

Prayers and hugs to Carl, Jennifer, Josh, Steven, Cori, and Grammy’s kiddos. Donna was my lifetime friend. We were neighbors both born in 1958. We had a wonderful childhood growing up together, the sister neither one of us had. Our families celebrated holidays together, we stood up in each other’s weddings, vacationed together, I was present for the birth of both of her children and she supported me through my breast cancer treatment. I will celebrate her life EVERY DAY of my life. Love you dearly my friend.

Marty Noort

January 22, 2025

Carl I can’t say how sore I am for you and the kids. Donna was a great wife mother and friend. Jan and I wish you comfort and hope. Find peace my friend. Marty

Lynn Cassens

January 21, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing Carl and family. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Paula Walker

January 18, 2025

I am sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was a wonderful Grammy. I knew her from Bible School days at the Worth Methodist Church. Then we were in Junior High School together. May she rest in peace and may God comfort her grieving family.

Dr. Wes Molenaar

January 17, 2025

What a wonderful patient & friend to all of us at Molenaar Eyecare. We will miss her beautiful smile.
Our most sincere condolences to Donna's family.

Julie Barber

January 17, 2025

Donna had such a shining personality. Her presence will always be felt. My heart goes out to all of you.

Christa Harnisch

January 17, 2025

Deepest condolences to her family members. Donna was such a lovely sister-in Christ. She will
Be greatly missed. What a huge loss for her loved ones.

Jackie Keenan

January 16, 2025

We are so very sorry for your loss. We really enjoyed watching baseball games with her! Keeping you all in our prayers, the Keenan Family xoxo

Marion Pratl

January 16, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dan Mankowski

January 15, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janet Henry

January 15, 2025

Donna was my dearest friend, I could always depend on her to listen and give me strength, we have been friends for many years! We always had a bond from the first time we met. We cried and laughed many times over the years helping each other with trying times. I will miss you; I love you, my friend.

Louise Urban

January 15, 2025

She was such a pile of sunshine to all!
We will miss you Donna!

MR MRS HOCHFELDER

January 15, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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