Donna Marie (Basso) Harrison, 88, of Sesser, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 12, 2021 at the Herrin Hospital. She was surrounded by her family. Donna was born July 12, 1933 in Sesser, Illinois to Domenico Basso Jr. and Allene (Lance) Basso.
Donna is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Robert Harrison. They were married on December 30, 1950.
In addition to her husband Bob, she is survived by her children, David (Karen) Harrison of Sesser, Cheryl (David) Mishler of Bonnie and LeAnn (Russell) Miller of Sesser; grandchildren, Alyssa Lewis, Douglas Harrison, Amy Willis, Chad Mishler, Kyle Miller and Kaleb Miller and 8 greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Donald (Beverly) Basso of Sesser.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Gloma Harrison.
Donna was a faithful member of the Hazel Dell Free Will Baptist Church. She loved teaching the “Little Followers” Sunday School class for over 50 years. Donna took great joy in caring for others. She will be remembered by those who knew her best for her generous spirit, “matching” outfits, and above all, her boundless love.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser. Funeral services will be officiated by Rev. Cutis Smith, Rev. David Mishler, and Rev. Harl Ray Lewis. Burial will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Visitation will be after 11:00 A.M. on Friday at the funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hazel Dell Free Will Baptist Church.
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