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Donna Rae Steager

March 7, 1944 — May 19, 2023

Donna Rae Steager, 79, of Brainard, died Friday, May 19, 2023, in Lincoln.

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Donna Rae Steager was born on March 7, 1944 in Little Rock, AR to Joseph and Frances (Zetocha) Matejcek. She attended Yanka country school and was part of the first graduating class of 1962 from East Butler High School. On Dec 27, 1969 she married Ben Steager at Holy Trinity, officiated by Father Danko. Three sons were born to them. Donna Rae was a farm wife, devoted mother, homemaker, and baker.

She had a deep love of the farm and animals. Donna Rae was very active in the community. She helped organize for the Red Cross Blood Mobile, was a member and leader for 4-H, and was on the board for the Butler County Senior Center. She was a member of the Holy Trinity parish, PCCW and quilters. She was a lifetime member and held several offices with the Brainard Legion Auxiliary .

Donna Rae is survived by her husband Ben, sons Robert (Lisa) Steager of Brainard, David (Michelle) Steager of Lincoln, Aaron Steager of Valparaiso, 7 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.
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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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