In Remembrance Of
Donna Grier
Donna Dean Grier, 92, of Gower, MO passed away December 31, 2025.
She was born on September 1, 1933, to Robert Meers Rose and Margaret Beatrice (Dean) Rose in Dearborn, MO. After the passing of her mother when she was an infant and the passing of her father at the age of 5, she was raised by her grandparents Sydney and Allyn Pearl Dean. Donna graduated from Dekalb High School.
On July 9, 1953, she was united in marriage to Harold Leroy Grier. After their marriage they lived in rural Easton where they farmed and raised their children. Harold passed away on February 26, 1984.
Donna was an active member of the Gower Christian Church. She was a secretary for the East Buchanan School District. After her retirement she enjoyed working at Cool Crest in St. Joseph, MO. Donna loved music, dancing and traveling to Branson, MO. Most of all she loved being a mom and grandma.
She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Margaret Rose; her husband Harold Grier and her half sister Marjorie Williams.
She is survived by her children Doug (Shelley) Grier, Debby (Steve) White, Denise (Steve) Veraguth, and Ronda (Matt) Boyd; grandchildren Randi Martin, Tyler (Taylor) Grier, Betsy White, Garrett (Cara) White, Jeremy Veraguth, Christopher (Regan) Veraguth, Jacob (Kierstin) Boyd, Brian Boyd and Derek Boyd; great-grandchildren Jayden (Breckyn), Jaxson, Ryker, Trey, Tanner, Maggie, Haddie, Easton, Knox, Isabella (Austin), Ymani, Antonio, Jacin and Sophia; great-great-granddaughters Eve and Rynley; other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
Private family burial will be held later at Allen Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be the Gower Christian Church or Mosaic Hospice.
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Service Details
2:00-3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
Comments & condolences
19 comments
Darby Meehan
I am so very sorry to hear this and sorry I missed the visitation and funeral. Donna was such a wonderful lady. My family and I were so very blessed to have known her and work together. She will certainly live on in our memories. Praying for your family…
Corey & Katie Rapp
We are so sorry for your loss! Big hugs from our family! Thinking of everyone!
Sara Grier Buck
Dear cousins,
We are sorry to hear about Donna’s passing, and send our warm thoughts and prayers to all of you. I have such fond memories of Donna and our time with all of you on the farm, at various family weddings and celebrations. Donna was always a warm, radiant reminder of God’s love for us and an example of how to treat and love each other. Sending love from Kansas. City, Puerto Rico, Chicago and Florida – the Griers (Stacy, Amy, Sara, Beth, Becky and Fred, plus our many significant others and children)
Terry (Loutermilch) Billington
So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. She was such a sweet lady, loved by all who knew her. I extend my sympathy and ask God’s blessing on your family.
Todd Hutchinson
Donna was a great person she will be missed.
Shirley Jobe
Ronda, I am so sorry for your loss. You have my Deepest Sympathy and Condolences. Hugs to you and all of your family.
Nancy & Jim Allrn
Sending you all our prayers and comfort to face the days ahead. May the many loving memories of your wonderful mother give comfort to your heart.
Tyler and Natalie Brendle
We are so very sorry for your loss! She was a lovely lady who always noticed and appreciated everyone! An angel on earth! It was a blessing to have known her. She will be missed! Our condolences to the everyone!
John W Horn
Sorry for the families loss 😒
Janice Sifers
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Sending prayers for all of your family.
Janice (Adkins)McNutt
Debby, I’m sorry for your loss. I met your mother when my mom and her would socialize a lot. She was a great lady.
Darla Perks
Donna’s memory will always bring a smile to my face. One of the kindest women I’ve known. I loved spending time visiting on field trips with her when the kids were in preschool. Sending prayers of comfort.
Annie Edwards
Sorry for your loss.❤️
Jill Snyder Kroeker
Sending love to all of you. Donna was such a sweet lady.
Carol (Coffey) & Kevin Fuson
Sending our sincere sympathy to your family. Donna was such a sweet lady. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. 💗💐🙏
Theresa Tommey-Ruoff
A very special lady as a church member and co-worker at East Buchanan. Always had a smile and an ornery twinkle. She will be missed.
Prayers and hugs to all her family.
Trini West Kline
Sorry for your loss Donna was amazing lady sending family prayers and hugs
Jim@ Nancy Horn
Very sorry for your family’s loss. Donna was a
great lady. See will be missed.
Michael Roady
I’m so sorry for your loss she was a very fine lady and a very special friend.