Cleora M. Donaldson

Cleora, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 1. She was born in Pierz, MN where she grew up on her family farm with parents that taught her the value of hard work, kindness and giving to others.
A talented hairdresser for most of her life, Cleora had a gift for making people feel beautiful. Her clients often became friends and her chair was a place of laughter, conversation and care.
Her greatest joy though was her family. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren and loved nothing more than spending time with them. A talented seamstress, she poured her love into every quilt she made-each one stitched with care and given from her heart. If you knew her, you knew she was happiest when she was giving-whether it was a handmade gift, a meal or her time.
Cleora will be remembered for her warmth, her crafting talents and her endless generosity. Her love leaves a lasting mark on everyone who was blessed to know her.
She is survived by her children, Maureen Lucenti Earl (Bill), Gary (Marie), Connie Insco (Dave Moffett) David (Kathrina). 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Her siblings: David Becker, Vivian Pretorius, Delphine Linscheid. She is preceded in death by her husband Gene, her parents Elizabeth and Ben Becker and her sister Arlene Palmer.
The family asks that you honor Cleora's spirit by performing an act of kindness or creating something by hand for someone you love.
Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Naperville was entrusted with arrangements.