Donald F. Wauthier, 91, of Clifton passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Prairieview Lutheran Home in Danforth. He was born on June 27, 1935 in Clifton, a son of Herman and Alzeta (Boulee) Wauthier and they preceded him in death in addition to one sister, Phyllis LeClair.
He married Shirley Behrends on July 30, 1955 in L’Erable and she survives in Clifton. Also surviving are his four children, Donald “Stephen” Wauthier of Urbana, Nancy (Daniel) Trost of Westfield, IN, Michael (Elizabeth) Wauthier of Clifton and Diane (James) Frankenhoff of Quincy; twelve grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren.
Mr. Wauthier was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in L’Erable, where he served on the church board, was cemetery sexton, and served as an usher for many years. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus in Clifton, Farm Bureau, County Zoning Board, Slo Boys Tractor Club, and served as a Drainage Commissioner. Donald was a farmer in the Clifton area for many years and enjoyed dartball, farming and fishing. He also enjoyed woodworking and made many special pieces over the years.
Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in L’Erable with Fr. Doug Hauber officiating. Burial will follow at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in L’Erable.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.
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