Donna L. Gienger of Hermiston passed away peacefully after a major stroke on Oct. 19, 2018 in Pendleton at the age of 88.
She was born on July 29, 1930 in John Day to Reid and Mary Wattenburger Buseick.
Donna was raised and attended school in Long Creek. She was united in marriage to Alvin Gienger on Nov. 1, 1946. Donna worked for several years as a waitress and school cook in Long Creek. She and Al lived in Long Creek, John Day, Alaska, Arizona and several other places over the years before settling in Hermiston. Donna enjoyed cooking and crocheting.
She is survived by her sons, Donald (Karen) Gienger, Keizer and Robert (Cathy) Gienger, Galveston, Texas; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and four step grandchildren.
Donna was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and a grandson, Joey.
At her request there will be no service.
Please sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
