Jeanne Lois Donars

Jeanne Lois Donars (nee Kubik) 90, of Peoria, AZ, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Jeanne was a former longtime resident of Scottsdale, AZ and Hinsdale, Riverside, LaGrange Park and Berwyn, IL.

She was born on October 8, 1932, in Berwyn, IL, to the late John Frank and Ella (Tomayer) Kubik. Jeanne was preceded in death by her brother Jack R (Barbara) Kubik, husband Paul William Donars, and son-in-law Edward Richard Switala.

Jeanne is survived by her loving children: Kimberly Ella Donars, Kerry Michael Donars (Tom Beery), Scott Richard (Maggie) Donars, and Stacey Jeanne (Robert) Crawford. She was also a cherished grandmother to Amelia Jeanne (Lucas) LePrey, Peter Kerry (Sharmila) Donars, Matthew Ruddy Donars, Sara Jeanne Donars, Michael Richard (Kathleen) Switala, Thomas Robert Switala, and Patrick Alexander Switala and great-grandchildren, Rowan Michael LePrey, Charlie Edward Switala, and Louise Lynn LePrey. Jeanne was fondly referred to as "Chick" by her children. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Jeanne attended Hiawatha Grammar School, graduate of J Sterling Morton High School where she met her future husband Paul in Miss Palm's History Class. She further pursued her education at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, graduating in 1954 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Jeanne and Paul were married on October 2, 1954. Jeanne was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, Gamma Beta Chapter.

Jeanne was always involved with her children's activities assuming the role of Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader. When the children entered grammar school, Jeanne returned to the workforce part time as a Dental Hygienist for Joseph V Discipio, DDS in Berwyn. Her passion for dental care led her to serve as President and VP of the Illinois Dental Hygienist Association. After over 17 years at the dental office, Jeanne explored her entrepreneurial spirit by becoming a Color Me Beautiful Consultant and owning a women's accessory shop in LaGrange and Hinsdale, IL.
Once the grandchildren entered her life, she became instrumental in their daily care. She also shared her love for gardening with her grandchildren, creating The Wonder Weeders, a gardening service for local clients Jeanne acquired through her garden club memberships.

In her free time, Jeanne enjoyed travel, skiing, playing tennis, achieving a hole in one in golf, and tending to her beautifully manicured gardens, which were featured in multiple garden tours in Hinsdale. She also found solace in needlepoint, knitting and playing bridge.

A private family memorial to celebrate Jeanne's life will be held in late October 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, located at 2323 S. Hardy Drive, Tempe, AZ. Contributions can also be made by calling 602-445-7387.

Jeanne Lois Donars will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Her legacy of kindness, dedication, and love will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who knew her.