Donna Lou Brooks

November 30, 1930 - December 27, 2020

Donna Lou Brooks, 90, passed away at her home in Bolivar on December 27, 2020. Donna was born to Charles Henry and May (Rigsby) McPherson on November 30, 1930 in Kansas City, Missouri. Preceded in death by her parents and husband, Claude E Brooks of 64 years. Donna worked for the Burton-dixie Corporation for several years, later to retire from Cook Paint in Kansas City, Missouri. She was a member of the Westlake Christian Church in Laurie, Missouri. Donna was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. We celebrate her life and will always cherish the many happy memories we have of her. As one of the “Big Five” families, she was instrumental in creating lasting memories and relationships that have continued for decades. Donna is survived by her three children, Chris Brooks (Ianna Rhodes) of Ozark, Missouri, Garry Brooks of Danbury, Wisconsin, and Penny Shaw (Lee) of Bolivar, Missouri; her six grandchildren, Shawna Brooks, Stacie Brooks, Scott Brooks, Brent Brooks (Alysia), Chelsea Christman (David), and Bailey Glor (Chris); eleven great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and dear friends.