David Thomas Donnan Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of David Thomas Donnan of Lincoln, Illinois, who passed away on January 20, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Thomas Donnan to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lester Donnan and Ruth Donnan (Gallagher); his son Thomas Lee Donnan; his stepson Greg Steidinger; and his sister Norma Caringello (Mike).
He is survived by: his children, Laura Allender (James) of Swansea, IL, Steven Donnan (Jennifer) of Sherman, TX and Susan Joyner (Gary) of Escondido, CA.; his wife Fern; his children, Michael and Nancy; his stepchildren, Deanna and Eric; and his niece Linda Cooper (Dean). He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Center.
