Donna Marie Clark

Donna Marie Clark, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at her home in Bella Vista, Arkansas.

On January 21, 1961, Donna married the love of her life, Don Clark. Together, they shared more than 60 wonderful years of marriage.

Donna was a devoted wife, loving mother, and caring grandmother who found great joy and fulfillment in helping others and giving back to her community. Most recently, she volunteered with Mercy Hospitals in Rogers, Arkansas, where she enjoyed spending time helping others.

Donna spent many years working as a paraprofessional in Richardson TX and Mason City, Iowa school systems. After she and Don retired and moved to Arkansas, she continued her passion for education and working with children. She became a substitute teacher for the Bentonville School District, a role she enjoyed for more than 20 years before retiring in 2017.

Donna will be lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Diane Blaukat (Rodney) and Debby Gieselman (Roger); her sister, Doris Pfaff (Charlie); two granddaughters, Katie Nicholson (Nathan) and Claire Garrison (Greg); five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Don, and her sister, Dorothy.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Donna leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, dedication, and service to others. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.