Donna Joy Elliott

Donna Joy Elliott passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 3rd, 2024, at the age of 70. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who always loved to take care of others when needed. She was born on July 6, 1953, to Orvin and Marcella Severson. She graduated from Ithaca High School in 1971. Donna married the love of her life Patrick Elliott on January 27, 1973. They had 51 beautiful years filled with joy and happiness. Donna had a passion for crafting. Over the years her home and family were blessed with lots of her sewing and painting projects. Donna liked sewing, wall hangings, table runners, and blankets. She cross-stitched on baskets, and painted gourds & blown eggs. Donna always had her coffee and team gear when she ventured to watch sporting events for her husband, children, and grandchildren. She always had her 4 colored clicker pen to keep track of the scores in basketball. Donna's sporting enthusiasm ramped up when she was cheering for her grandchildren. Donna also enjoyed her quiet time watching TV and reading a good book. She looked forward to her monthly suppers with her mom and siblings and craft fairs with her sisters. Donna loved working with students in Richland Schools. She loved reading with children and working with students with special needs. Stories were often told about fond memories and adventures of recess and lunch duty. She is survived by her husband, Pat Elliott. Her children Rachelle Elliott, Derrik Elliott, and Emily (Jeff) Martin. She loved her grandchildren with her heart and soul: Jenna Martin, Raya Elliott and Elliott Martin. 3 sisters Joyce (Jim) Huebsch, Deby (Gary) Wertz, Laurie (Reggie) Way; Brother-in-Law Jude (Cindy) Elliott, Doug Faber, and Sister-in-Law Anne Elliott and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by parents Orvin Severson, Marcella Severson-Yero, and Harvey Yero; Siblings Larry Severson, Brenda Faber, Butch Severson and Brother-in-Law Dean Elliott. Her family would like to thank the Richland Hospital staff for the amazing care she was given at the end of her life. In addition, a special thank you to Pine Valley over the last few years for their compassionate care. A celebration of Donna’s life will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 12:30 PM at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home in Richland Center. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Burial will be held at a later date. www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com .

Donna Joy Elliott

July 6, 1953 - April 3, 2024