In Sympathy: Donna Atkinson
Rev. Donna Atkinson, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on January 24, 2026.
Clara McLaughlin, spouse of retired clergy Rev. Terry Mclaughlin serving in the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away May 9, 2022, at age 82.
During his ministry in the NIC, Rev. McLaughlin served Waterman and is assigned to Plattville.
A Memorial Service will be held July 9, 2022, at Plattville UMC, 13025 Church Road, Yorkville, Illinois 60560 at 11:00 am with lunch immediately following.
Messages of Condolences may be sent to Rev. McLaughlin at:
2080 Alschuler
Aurora, IL 60506
Rev. Donna Atkinson, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on January 24, 2026.
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