LaDonna Sue Swain

LaDonna Sue Swain, 63, of Centralia passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia. She was born on January 25, 1959, the daughter of Howard and Ella (Ucthman) Swain in Alton. 

Survivors include her children Jennifer (Wood) Haukap of Albers, Anthony Brogna of O’Fallon, and Michael Swain of Alton; grandchildren William, Valerie, Elizabeth, Quinton, Bradley, and Adaline; great-grandchild Kage; siblings David Swain, William Michael Swain, Joe Pipkin, Theresa Cox, and Patricia Swain; and many nieces and nephews.
LaDonna was preceded in death by her mother Ella Pipkin and husband Joseph; her father Howard Swain; and her brothers Wayne Pipkin, and Mark Swain.

LaDonna worked as a CNA caring for many grateful patients in Blue Springs, Missouri. She also had impressive creative abilities she was able to use while working as a seamstress in Greenville, Illinois. She enjoyed time crocheting and loved to sing along with her favorite ‘80’s music. LaDonna was of the Catholic faith. She liked to read and loved the thrill of a good horror movie. LaDonna liked to take her kids and grandkids on camping and fishing trips, giving them a love of nature. She loved her grandchildren with all her heart and was not only the best Grandma but also their best friend. Ladonna will forever be remembered for her soft, kind heart and her sassy stubbornness. 

A celebration of life service will be held by the family at a future date. Memorials may be made in Ladonna’s honor to Irvin Macz Funeral Home to assist the family with expenses. Online condolences and memories of LaDonna may be shared with the family by visiting www.maczfuneralhomes.com and/or on the funeral home’s Facebook page. Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia is privileged to be assisting the family of Ladonna Swain with arrangements. 

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