Donna Erb Obituary (1944

Donna Jackson Erb passed away on July 24, 2026. Donna was born to William and Ragnhild (Rena) Jackson, on December 12, 1944, in Cle Elum, Washington. She was raised in Cle Elum, and graduated from Cle Elum High School, in 1963. She married Dennis Erb in 1975 and they celebrated 49 years of marriage. Donna worked and retired from the Seattle Times. At the time of her retirement, she was the administrative assistant to the president of the Seattle Times. Although she and Dennis lived in Seattle for many years, their hearts were with the people of the Upper County. They bought a home in Roslyn, and spent most weekends there and upon retirement they moved there permanently. Donna loved to travel with her sister, Norma, and sister-in-law, Bonnie. They took many trips exploring their mutual love of history. Donna enjoyed many hobbies, including golfing, reading, and making ravioli with her Upper County friends. Her flowers and yard were her pride and joy. Donna is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dennis, her brother, David, sisters-in-law, Bonnie and Beulah Jackson, and brother-in-law, John Keating. She is survived by her brother, John Jackson, sisters, Norma Jones and Evon Keating, nephews, Nick (Janine) Jones, John (Karla) Jackson, Andrew (Dan) Jackson, Mark (Bonnie) Jackson, Mike Jackson, and Paul Jackson, nieces, Susan (Shawn) Muncton, Nancy (Earl) Peyton, and Julie Jackson, along with numerous great-nieces and nephews. Also many close friends from throughout the years. The family would like to thank the staff of Belair House for their loving care. Their care made Donna’s final years the best possible under difficult circumstances. Services will be held at a later date. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.