Donna Jean Ham

Donna Jean Ham, 93, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, at Wellbrook of South Bend, surrounded by her loving children.

Born on October 17, 1932, in Vandalia, Michigan, Donna was the daughter of the late Harvey and Clarice (Arnel) Bloomer. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Richard Ham Sr., who passed in 2003; her son, Jack Ham; and her sister, Wanda Whitaker.

A dedicated and talented hairdresser, she was the manager at Avenue Beauty Salon for many years, where she built lifelong friendships and touched countless lives. She was known for her warm heart, gentle spirit, and genuine kindness to everyone she met. Donna loved cheering on Notre Dame football, playing euchre, and enjoyed many cherished years of golfing with her husband.

Donna is survived by her loving daughters, Diana (James) Walsh and Jill Ham, grandchildren; Danielle Davis, Chris ham, Jack Ham, Jeremy Ham, James Walsh, Joseph Walsh, William Walsh, Laura Jones, David Hurd, Doug Hurd, and numerous great-grandchildren; her sister, Carol (Jim) Nichols; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Wednesday, December 17th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Osceola, Indiana. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM.

Interment will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, where Donna will be laid to rest beside her husband, Jack Ham Sr.

Donna will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend-forever cherished in the hearts of those who knew her.

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