Dona L. Gorny, 91, of McLeansboro, passed away at 3:15 a.m., on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at Hamilton Memorial Nursing Home and Rehab Center in McLeansboro, surrounded by her family.

She was born on March 24, 1931, to George and Eugenia (Peck) Short in Gary, IN.

She was a devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Benton.

Dona was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an avid reader and enjoyed volunteering with children.

Dona is survived by her eight children and many grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Short and Eugenia Price and one brother.

Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

A Celebration Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, May 2, 2022, at the St. Joseph Church in Benton with Fr. Osuji, officiating.

Per Dona's wishes cremation will take place.

Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church and will be accepted at the church or the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.