Donna Jean Crane

Donna Jean (Henderson) Crane, age 91, of Hannibal, MO passed away peacefully at 4:10 PM Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra, MO.

Per Donna's wishes, there will be no visitation or services.

Donna was born on June 20, 1934, in Hannibal, MO the daughter of Othey Lee and Lillian Mae (Bell) Henderson I.

Donna was united in marriage to Donald L Crane, the son of Gerald (Shorty) and Alma Me (Symmonds) Crane, in 1953, they shared 68 wonderful years together before his passing 2021.

Survivors include her sons, Gregory Lynn Crane (Linda), Philip Alan Crane; her daughter Lisa Renee (Crane) Dupont (Landry), her brother, Othey Lee Henderon II, her nine grandchildren, and her fourteen great grandchildren.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son, Donald Lee Crane Jr, her sisters, JoAnn Robinson (Harold), Carolyn Dunbar (Robert), and her in-laws.

Donna enjoyed traveling, cooking and the occasional play of bingo. She was the most attentive and loving wife, mother, and MawMaw. Her shy smile and boisterous laugh will be remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Memorial contributions may be made to NEMO Humane Society, in care of Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.

Online condolences may be made to the family on Donna memorial page at www.smithfuneralhomeandchapel.com