Donna Speck
December 18, 1927 ~ January 16, 2010
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 21, 2010 at the United Church of Faulkton with Pastor Paul Smith officiating. Burial followed at the Faulkton Cemetery. Visitation was held from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 20, 2010 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Luce Funeral Home in Faulkton.
Donna Kay Sievers was born Dec. 18, 1927 to Clarence and Grace (Stoddard) Sievers. She graduated from Faulkton High School in 1945 and married Marvin Speck on Dec. 16, 1946.
She worked at the Faulk County Treasurer¹s office for many years and until 2009 had worked at the Faulk County Record, for 32 years. Donna also helped her son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Peg Speck, at J & J Recreation where she was a mom, grandma, and friend to everyone.
Donna was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. She loved going to her children¹s and grandchildren¹s sporting events. She was an avid bowler, enjoying the game for more than 53 years.
Her hobbies included loving to go out to eat and had many adventures going to different towns for bazaars, etc. with her friends and family. She loved to travel and sightsee and loved to read.
Donna never met a stranger and was quite the comedian.
Survivors include her five children: David Speck, Faulkton; Chuck (Mary) Speck, Foristell, Mo., Jim (Peg) Speck, Faulkton, Steve (Denise) Speck, Aberdeen, and Lori (Greg) Verjan, Sharpsburg, Ga.; 14 grandchildren: Hunter(Jessica) Speck, Faulkton, Jessica Speck, Faulkton, Michael Speck, Goose Creek, S.C., Terry (Kenny) Rodriguez, Moncks Corner, S.C., Dan (Selina) Gierer, Kansas City, Mo., Jeff (Amber) Gierer, Wentzville, Mo., Ashley (Bryan) Schmidt, Aberdeen, Rocky (Kaylee) Speck, Faulkton, Colby Speck, Faulkton, Nathan, Scott and Chelsea Speck, all of Aberdeen, BriAnn Lehman and Payton Verjan, both of Sharpsburg, Ga.; nine great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Mardell Sievers of Bismarck, N.D., and nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Grace Sievers; one brother, Larry Sievers; and one grandson, Travis Speck.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the Faulkton Healthcare Center.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Donna's arrangements.
MINISTER
Pastor Paul Smith
CASKETBEARERS
Hunter Speck
Michael Speck
Rocky Speck
Colby Speck
Nathan Speck
Scott Speck
Jim Moritz
Larry Thares
USHERS
Jeff Sievers
Steve Benning
ORGANIST
Judy Dixon
SOLOIST
Dick Raethz
"On Eagle's Wings"
"Going Home"
CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS
"Amzing Grace"
"In the Garden"
"Hymn of Promise"
INTERMENT
Faulkton Cemetery
Faulkton, South Dakota
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My sincere sympathy to all of Donna’s family. She was a very unique and fun person to be around and always looked at the bright side of life, she was cheerful and just overall could bring a smile to you on the gloomiest of days. She was my Dad’s classmate, I am her daughter, Lori’s classmate, and now my daughter, Kaylee is marrying her Grandson, Rocky. It is such a small circle sometimes that brings people together. She will be especially thought of on that wedding day, and will be with us in spirit. May the Good Lord bless and keep her, and comfort all of those who mourn her loss.
With heartfelt Sympathy,
Deb Wilson
Our sympathy goes out to your families. I enjoyed making Donna her java drink at the store and especially our visits, we will miss her.
So sorry to hear about Donna.One was never a stranger to her,she always remembered you. We always enjoyed our visits with her when we were back. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. Curt & Sharon Spangler
To the Donna Specker Family….our sincere condolances to your family in such a time of need. We too have been thru all this and it is tough but at least Donna is in Heaven…..enjoying serving the Lord….all of our dreams.
Sincerely
Terry Engelhaupt McFarling and Ron Engelhaupt
To the Speck families: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Donna always knew if we had family home for holidays etc. and she would call me from the Record office and say, “Now, Deb I know You had family home – you get me some news”(for the Faulkton column). She will be missed, cherish the memories.
Our sympathy & prayers,
Bill & Deb Clement
Donna will forever have a place in my heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My Deepest Sympathy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of loss.
Donna was a very friendly and fun loving lady. She will be missed.
Walt & Carolyn
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DONNA WAS A CARING & LOVELY WOMAN.
Sorry to hear about your mom Steve&Denise&family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steve and family,
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
To DONNA’S FAMILY SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS.
Dearest Lori, Greg, Briann, and Payton~
We were blessed with the opportunity of meeting your mother years ago and have very fond memories of her and her visits to Georgia. Thank you!
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you daily. May God comfort all of you and keep you safe in your travels back home to us! We love you all and look forward to seeing you soon. Please place a flower on Donna’s casket for us!
Dearest Speck Family,
My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.Remember all of the great memories of your Mom and Grandma.It is those things that will help to make each day better.
Lori,you have always been very special to me and if I remember right I am your second Mom and will always be, although I can never replace Donna.Your a remarckable woman with all of your Mothers gifts given to you! Pass them on to those you love and cherish as your mom did for you.Love to your whole family and until we meet again may God bless you and yours.Sincerely,Bev
It is hard to be here thinking about all of you when I really want to be with you in Faulkton and pay respects to my favorite sister-in-law. She was special and heaven will be a more wonderful place with her there. Yes Lori, she would have been fussing this morning and telling me “stay put kiddo”. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories of your mom – I know I will. God’s blessings – travel safe.
Love, Mardell
Lori, our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. We love you and your family. Please let us know if there is something that you need.
Rest in Peace sweet Donna.
Love you Elaine
Sorry we are unable to make it. Thinking of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember “visiting” at the court house. Your Mom was full of fun and eager to be your friend. She has a special place in my memories. Rest in Peace
Please know that I am thinking of Donna’s family. She was a very special lady and will be missed…cherish the memories of her life and she will be with you daily…take care and god bless you all.
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Donna. She will always be a big part of my “bowling” memories. She was a great lady and friend and will be missed greatly.
Thinking of you….
Kay (Stanley) Klingenberg
Dave, we are so sorry to learn about your precious mom. She always greeted with a smile. Our sincere sympathy in your loss.
Donna was such a fun loving lady. I remember many a Wednesday night bowling and her telling jokes. She was always a joy to be around.
Someone so special will never be forgotten.
My mother, Opal Stoddard, was a niece of Donna’s mother Grace. I never met Donna but am so sorry to hear of her passing.