Donald Leighton "Donny" Bouma
Donald Leighton "Donny" Bouma
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Donald was born on May 5, 1947, in Dixon, the son of Douwe and Henrietta (Dorfinger) Bouma. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He loved to mow and was a member of the Living History Antique Equipment Association in Franklin Grove.
Donald is survived by his two sisters, Aleta (Doug) Siefer of Portland, OR, Patricia (Rob) Roberson of Oahu, HI; and caring friends turned family, Rick (Amy) Appelquist, Ryan (Cassi) Appelquist, and Bridget (Clay) Walton.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be no services, per Donald's wishes. A Private Burial will be held at Emmert Cemetery in Nachusa, IL. Cremation Rites have been accorded.
Memorials may be directed to the Living History Antique Equipment Association in Franklin Grove.
Arrangements were completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.
Condolences may be sent to www.prestonschilling.com. To send flowers to the family of Donald "Donny" Leighton Bouma, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mike Jahn
December 27, 2025
Thanks for being a loyal friend of the LHAEA all these years. Also, thank you for your service in the Army, during the time of those turbulent years in Viet Nam. R.I. P., Mike & Teri Jahn
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