Donna Jean Roberts

Donna Jean Roberts obituary, Jackson, MI

Donna Jean Roberts

Donna Roberts Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lauer Family Funeral Home Affordable Cremation Solutions Jackson - Jackson on Dec. 17, 2025.
Donna Jean Roberts, age 82, passed away on December 12, 2025, in Michigan Center, Michigan.
Donna is survived by her husband, Danny (Carl Daniel Roberts); children, Tina (Jeff), Jodie (Karen), Melody, Kevin (Sarah), Michelle (Richard), Amy (Wilmer), and Emily; grandchildren, Chad, Cassidy, Riley, Remi, Blake, Marques (Becca), Alliyah, Jarod, Aja, Cole, and Libby; great-grandchildren, Harvey and Harrison; her sister, Margie (Larry), who always looked after Donna; her cousin, Joyce, whom Donna liked to say was her "third sister"; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends, especially Carol, Louanne, and Karen, who were very supportive of Donna during her difficult times.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Margaret, and her sister, Sandra.
Donna was born on June 17, 1943, in Jackson, Michigan, and lived in the Michigan Center/ Horton area her entire life. She met the love of her life, Danny, and they were married in 1995, sharing over 35 wonderful years together. Donna retired from Kelsey Hayes after 33 years of dedicated service, where she worked her way up to supervisor. Never one to sit still, Donna became an active member of the Polish Falcons in Jackson. She worked as a bartender for several years and volunteered countless hours of her time and energy to the club. Anyone who knew Donna knew she could never be told she couldn't do something, whether it involved a project inside or outside the home.
Donna was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a loyal friend, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place.
A celebration of Donna's life will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the Polish Falcons Hall at 2:00 p.m.
1423 Joy Ave, Jackson, MI, 49202
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