Donna M. Trevarthen, age 71, of Elizabeth, IL, completed her earthly journey on December 12, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.  To honor Donna’s life, a private family service is being held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Donna’s family.

Donna was born on March 19, 1952, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Donald and Norma (Davis) Breitbach.  She grew up with a kind a caring heart which she was able to share with others throughout her years as a CNA as she invested her time and talents in the Intensive Care Unit at the Rockford Memorial Hospital and several years doing Home Health Care. Donna’s compassion was continually on display and her heart and mind found true satisfaction as she served others over her career.  In her free-time, Donna found great joy in searching for her newest antique acquisition to add to her collection, but was always content to simply climb into her comfortable chair and curl up with a good book, or get lost in the movies on The Hallmark Channel which everyone new how they would end. Through the good times and bad Donna tried to keep life simple whenever possible. We are grateful for the time the Lord was gracious enough to share her with us.  Thank you, Donna, for the love you shared along your walk among us and may the Lord bless and keep you safe in His loving arms until we all meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Donna include,

her son,

Steven Trevarthen, Elizabeth, IL;

her siblings,

Margo (Joe) Pink, Elizabeth, IL,

and Martha (Terry) Smith, Caledonia, IL;

along with many extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents; and her three brothers, Michael Breitbach, John Joseph “Joe” (Rochella) Breitbach, and Daniel James “Jim” (Karen) Breitbach.

Donna’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clincs for all of their professional care and support.

Online condolences may be shared with Donna’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com