Donna Morse Obituary
Donna was born on March 12, 1944, in Bluffton, IN, to the late Earl Buckingham and Alice (Mathys) Long.
On November 9, 1985, she married the love of her life, David Morse, in West Lafayette, IN and he survives.
Donna was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, gardening, and needlepoint. She also helped with her husband's band as the sound technician. Most of all, Donna loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Along with her husband, David, she is survived by her children: Sarah Patterson of West Lafayette, IN, Deborah (husband, Ed) Henderson of Brookston, IN, and Christopher (wife, Cathy) Morse of Beaverton, OR; brother: Jerry (wife, Theresa) Buckingham of MI; sisters: Joyce Hough of Geneva IN, and Marlene Ellis of Berne, IN; 6-beloved grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Donna is preceded in passing by her parents and two brothers, Larry and Steve Buckingham.
Visitation will be held from 4pm – 7pm on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Food Finders Food Bank. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Terry and Karen Provo
December 14, 2025
So sorry for your loss, David and your family! You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time!
Terry and Karen Provo
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December 11, 2025
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