Donavon F. Webb Obituary (1929 - 2008)

DONAVON F. WEBB Donavon F. Webb, age 79, of Menomonie, WI died Friday, June 27, 2008 at his home, in hospice care, from pulmonary fibrosis. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa and great-grandpa and will be sadly missed. Donavon was born Feb. 16, 1929, in the Comfort Community of Elmwood, Wisconsin to Kermit and Ruth (Schrader) Webb. He served three years in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was very proud of his 50 years in the Carpenters Union. Donavon was a member of the United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 32 and V.F.W. Post 1039. He enjoyed his retirement years gardening, following the local sports, "getting on the bus" for a trip to the casino, playing cards, and enjoying his friends and family. Donavon is survived by: His loving wife of 54 years, Norma (Lynch) His children, Julie (Ken) House Wyatt (Jodi) Webb Linda (Jim) Dahl Daughter-in-law, Colena Webb Nine grandchildren, Jessica (Paul) Manor, Lucas (Lacey Dillion) House, Brittney, Chelsey and Tanner Dahl, Chad and Shannon Webb, Brandy and Dylan Webb Two great-grandchildren, Colin and Cierra A brother, Larry (Audrey) Webb A sister-in-law, Patricia Webb Also survived by other relatives and friends He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth and Kermit Webb, his son Doug Webb, and two brothers, Howard and Jack Webb. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at United Methodist Church in Menomonie, with Pastor Don Gribble and Chaplain Dale Freberg officiating. Burial will be in Christ Lutheran/Halvorson Cemetery in Menomonie with military honors by Menomonie Veterans Honor Guard. Family and friends are welcome at the church from 2:00 PM Tuesday until the time of the service. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com