Donna Jean Aldrich, 86, of Jacksonville passed away July 18, 2026. She was born January 1, 1940 in Columbus, Nebraska to the late Raymond and Catherine Goode Bernt. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John Aldrich, Sr; and son, Bill Aldrich.

Donna worked as a drafter for Falcon Jet for many years until her retirement. After retirement, she volunteered her time at the Little Rock Air Force Base Pharmacy. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing golf, reading, crosswords, playing cards and just being with her family. She was a devout Catholic and was a member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Jacksonville.

Donna is survived by her son, John (Angie) Aldrich, Jr.; grandson, John Aldrich, III; one brother, John (Beth) Bernt; one sister, Judy Davis; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A Mass will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at St. Jude Catholic Church in Jacksonville. Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be the night before, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home.