Dona Marie Deffenbaugh's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2026 in Burke, South Dakota

Dona Marie Deffenbaugh

May 2, 1935 - July 16, 2026 (91 years old)

Burke, South Dakota

Dona Marie Deffenbaugh's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2026 in Burke, South Dakota

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CLAUSEN FUNERAL HOME - BURKE

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Dona Marie Deffenbaugh

May 2, 1935 - July 16, 2026 (91 years old)

Burke, South Dakota

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Dona Marie Deffenbaugh Obituary

Dona Marie Deffenbaugh in Burke, South Dakota passed away on July 16, 2026. Dona, born on May 2, 1935, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Dona Marie Deffenbaugh or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Delbert Drey and Elsie Drey; her sister Ann Hawley; and her great grandchild Alexia Dee Deffenbaugh. She is survived by: her husband Denny Deffenbaugh; her children, Dick Deffenbaugh, Deb Indahl (Blue), Dan Deffenbaugh (Marianne), Doug Deffenbaugh (Brenda), Dudley Deffenbaugh (Shawna), Denise Beuttell (Richard) and Dale Deffenbaugh (Kris); and her brother Earl Drey. She is also survived by 27 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, extended family members, dear friends, and neighbors.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
CLAUSEN FUNERAL HOME - BURKE



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July 18, 2026

Angie-Allen Teel wrote a sympathy message

“Sorry to hear of Dona's passing. Our deepest sympathy to Denny and the family. Allen & Angie Teel”


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Fri

July 17

Visitation

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
934 Lincoln St, Burke, SD 57523

Sat

July 18

Visitation

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
934 Lincoln St, Burke, SD 57523

Sat

July 18

Mass

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
934 Lincoln St, Burke, SD 57523

Sat

July 18

Burial

Herrick Cemetery
226 8th St, Herrick, SD 57538

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