Donna Mae Allen, 84, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:07 A.M. Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living in Hoopeston. She was born on May 13, 1941, at Lakeview Hospital in Danville, IL, the daughter of Oliver Frank and Eileene (Boswick) Ervin.
She is survived by three daughters, Connie Watson, Ronda (Jeff) Hannie, and Terri Jo Inman; daughter-in-law, Sandy Allen; six grandchildren, Corey Inman, Cody (Jess) Inman, Bella Hannie, Tosha Allen, James Allen, and Steven Allen; five great-grandchildren, Laney, Rosie, Easton, Ivy Jo, and Mikey; and seven nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver and Eileene Ervin; one son, James Ace Allen; two brothers, Donald Ervin and Ronald Ervin; and one son-in-law, Stanley Inman.
Donna worked as a janitor at Parkland College until her retirement. She enjoyed cooking, doing puzzles and word searches, and visiting with friends. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 11, 2026, at Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Donna to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Donna’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.
Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.
