Donna M. Clennon, 81

Published 4:58 pm Saturday, August 4, 2012

Donna Clennon

Donna Marie Clennon, 81, passed away July 23, 2012, at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester, Minn.

Donna was born in Blue Earth, Minn. to Etta Andrews Schaal and Adolph Schall on Dec. 23, 1930. The family moved from Blue Earth to Austin in 1934. She grew up in Austin and attended Austin schools and has been a lifelong resident of the city.

Donna married Eugene M. Clennon Oct. 15, 1983, at Westminster Presbyterian Church. They spent many enjoyable winter months in Acapulco, Mexico, where they had a second home. During that time they formed many friendships that were dear to her heart.

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They were active members in The Friends of Acapulco, U.S. Navy League, and the Salvation Army Children’s Orphanage. She was also a member of the L.L.L. Lunch League. During her time is Austin she was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir for many years. Her love of music will be remembered by all who knew her. Her family, church and strong faith were very important parts of her life. She was a true lover of all animals and rescued many in her lifetime. Golf was another of her pastimes which she played for many years. She enjoyed her garden and watching things grow, along with the pleasure she took in traveling and meeting new people.

She is survived by her husband Eugene Clennon, Austin, Minn. Two children, David Voss and wife Becca and their two daughters, Molly and Claire of Minneapolis. A daughter, Susan Voss-Smith of Atlanta, Ga. Sister-In-Law Marion Ashton, along with Rod Clennon and wife Allison of

Greenville, SC. Scott Clennon and wife Tracy of Columbia, SC; Eugene’s nine grandchildren, Shane, Todd, Tom, Jon, Joe, Pattie, Marty, Merritt and Leslie; along with many great grand children.

She was preceded in death by her parents Etta and Adolph Schaal.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, the Reverend Michael Olmstead officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of all arrangements.

If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donna’s memory to the Mower County Humane Society.