Donna Jeanne Haines Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 21, 2026, at the age of 91, Donna Jeanne Haines of Willmar, Minnesota passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Carl Meline and Elvie Meline (Almberg) of Lindstrom, Minnesota.; her husband John Gilbert Haines of Willmar; her daughter Susi Haines Ruchie; her siblings, Avis Johnson and Harry Meline; and her nephew Mark Johnson.
She is survived by: her son Bob Haines (Dona) of Willmar; her son-in-law Mark Ruchie of Edina; her grandchildren, Ryan, Ethan, Carly Haines and Elvy Ruchie; her sisters-in-law, Helen Sullivan and Marilyn Meline; and her close friend Jean Remes (Westlund). She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In remembrance of Donna's life, the family requests memorials to Calvary Lutheran Church, CentraCare Willmar Cancer Center, or Minnesota Public Radio are preferred.
