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Obituary For Donna Rae Weiler
Donna Rae Weiler, 72, of Ankeny passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Wesley on Grand in Des Moines, Iowa.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at All Saints Catholic Church (650 NE 52nd Ave., Des Moines). Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12:00 p.m.
Donna was born May 27, 1953, in Albia, Iowa to John Henry and Dorthy Louise (Wright) Chidester. She grew up and attended school in Albia. Following graduation, Donna moved to Des Moines where she worked at Principal Financial.
Donna later married Marvin Joseph Weiler, Jr. on October 15, 1977, in Des Moines, Iowa. They had two wonderful children, Tiffany Marie and Trent Joseph. After staying at home with children, Donna returned to work for the Ankeny School District. She worked there until she retired in 2017 from the district office.
In her free time, Donna enjoyed spending time outside, no weeds were safe from her. She and her husband loved to travel, especially to beaches. She also enjoyed going for drives, was an excellent cook, and loved spending time with family and friends.
Donna is survived by her husband, Marvin; children, Tiffany and Trent (Jana); grandchildren Noah and Colin; siblings, Debbie (Larry) Gates of Ottumwa, Diane (Kevin) Thomas of Menlo, DeAnne (Jerry) Purvis of Monroe, Dudley Chidester of Albia, and Darin (Tammy) Chidester of Knoxville; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Dorothy; a brother in infancy, John Chidester; brother, Douglas Chidester; and her grandparents, Lawrence and Ivaloo Chidester, and Matthew and Evangaline Wright.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Kim Whiting sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Donna Rae Weiler - December 02, 2025
Marvin, I am so shocked n sad to read of your wife's passing. I literally gasped n put my hand over my mouth in disbelief. She was always so friendly n kind n healthy when I would drop off your mowing checks. I had surgery toward the end of November n just saw her obituary. I will pray that God comforts you n gives your heart courage in these difficult months ahead. I hope your kids n grandkids-whom you were so proud of spend healing time with you n your memories n conversation n love comforts n soothes you all.
Donna was one of the most kind hearted and sweetest lady's I've ever known. So sorry to hear of her passing.
My sympathy to Jr. and the family. She was an amazing woman who had a heart of gold!! Always had a big HI for everyone!!! RIP Donna!!!!
Donna has been a dear, dear friend for 30+ years. She was an amazing person... filled with love, loyalty, and compassion for others ~ (she and Marv were always there for anyone needing a helping hand!) She was the truest friend a person could ever wish for! I will miss you so much, Donna! Until we meet again...
My deepest sympathies to the family.
