Donna Lea (Anderson) Schrader, 84, of Columbia passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.
Donna was born on September 12, 1930 in Davenport, Iowa. She received her education from Dallas High School graduating in 1949. She was united in marriage to Virgil Schrader on September 17, 1949.
Donna was a homemaker. She had many hobbies through life. Donna enjoyed shopping, collecting antiques, refinishing furniture and playing the piano. Donna had a quick wit to her and spoke from the cuff. A person always knew where they stood with Donna. Her dog, Buddy, was a staple in her life. She enjoyed Buddy's presence whether she was working around the house or out riding her golf cart.
Survivors include her husband, Virgil Schrader of Columbia; two children: Lila Deemer of Leon, Iowa and Lyndon Schrader (Charlotte) of Columbia; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clark and Cleo Anderson; her daughter, Lenos Miller; her niece, Jill Carter; and a sister, Glenna Mathes.
A celebration of Donna's life will be held at Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Melcher-Dallas on Saturday, October 18,...[more]
14 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Brent Hanna officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place privately at Columbia Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Columbia Fire & Rescue.