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Donna Gilbertson
1941 - 2025
BORN
1941
DIED
2025
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Donna Gilbertson Obituary
March 11, 1941 - November 10, 2025
It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Donna Gilbertson.
Donna Jean Gilbertson, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Meyers Brothers Morningside Chapel, 6200 Morningside Ave, Sioux City Iowa Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 4 p.m. Visitation with family present will begin at 3 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home. Graveside Services at Memorial Park Cemetery will follow. Dinner will be at Meyer Brothers Morningside Social Hall following the Graveside Prayers. Online condolences may be offered at www.meyerbroschapels.com
Donna was a devoted and compassionate woman, mother, friend, grand-mother and great grandmother.
She was born in Storm Lake, Iowa to Bernard and Marjorie (Smith) Beaubien. She was married to her long-time best friend Carl Gilbertson and used her caring nature in her career as a nurse.
Donna loved creating, cooking, gardening and being with family. She always enveloped those, even strangers, with her warmth. She was a woman who was strong in her faith.
She is survived by her children, Gay (Steve) Parker, Debbie Lanning, Kevin Gilbertson and Carla (Gregg) Johnson; eight grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brother, Gary (Diana) Beaubien; and brother-in-law, Bob Clark.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, Carl Gilbertson; parents, Bernard and Marjorie (Smith) Beaubien; sister, Diane Clark; and son-in-law Mitch Lanning.
Donna always instilled the notion of finding joy in the everyday. She would wish to express that no matter what, hang on to the part of you that gasps at a beautiful sunset or gets excited about a new notebook, a freshly baked cupcake, or a dog you just met on the street. Allow yourself to be regularly startled and humbled by joy.
In Donna's memory, memorials may be directed to the Crittenton Center or the Ronald McDonald House.
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Dianna Michaelis
Yesterday
Donna was a sweetheart. I got to know her through Care Core at Morningside Lutheran Church. Donna cared very much about others. Visiting with her at any given time would just add a spring to my step. She had a way of bringing smiles and joy. May the Lord bless each of you with His comfort and peace as you journey through this time of loss. Dianna Michaelis
Mary Beth (Roby) Hansford
November 14, 2025
She was one sweet lady. She and Carl were so good to my mother (Doris Kade) throughout the years....prayers for the family. Sending love.
Annette Custer
November 13, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. May you all find comfort and peace knowing God´s promises. I am out of town this weekend so I won´t be able to attend, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Annette Custer.
Cindy Ploen
November 13, 2025
Sorry to hear of Donna´s passing. She was a wonderful woman with a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. We went to nursing school together and met up again in later years. Always enjoyed visiting with her.
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