Donna Kay Wiedeman

Donna Kay Wiedeman, 76, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on December 7, 1947, in Clinton, IL, the daughter of Clyde Reed and Edna (Provines) Reed, who preceded her in death.

On January 9, 1971, in Clinton, IL, she was united in marriage to David Wiedeman, who resides in the home.

Donna was a 1965 graduate of Clinton Community High School in Clinton, IL. She then went on to further her education at the University of Illinois-Champaign, where she earned her BS Degree in Medical Technology. She later earned her MBA from Central Missouri State University-Warrensburg and an AA Degree from State Fair Community College-Sedalia.

Donna was a very active member of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. She served as a Deacon and Elder and volunteered in many capacities, whether painting, sewing, or going on mission trips. Donna worked at Bothwell Regional Health Center as a medical technologist for over 27 years. In the late 90's, she embarked on a second career as a computer programmer for Sprint in Overland Park, KS. She later returned to work as a medical technologist at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, where she retired.

Donna enjoyed sewing, traveling, and DIY projects around both the home and investment 'flips.'

In addition to her husband, Donna is survived by a son, Ryan Wiedeman (Amy Elkins) of Sedalia; two grandchildren, Clara and Kai Wiedeman; two sisters, Kathy Thorp of Clinton, IL, and her twin sister, Doris Wick (Dr. James) of Denver, CO.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at First Christian, with Rev. Dr. Chad McMullin officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

The entombment will be at Crown Hill Cemetery in Sedalia.

Donna's family especially recognizes the Sylvia Thompson Residence Center Memory Unit and 600 wing staff for the joy & care they brought to Donna in her time of need.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ Sedalia or the American Alzheimer's Association in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.