Donna Smith Schauerman

Donna Louise Smith Schauerman was born on July 23rd, 1964, in Frankfurt, Germany, to Donald Smith and Frances (Rowoldt) Smith. Shortly after her birth, the Smith family relocated to Lakewood, California where she spent much of her childhood. Donna loved spending her summers at Huntington Beach soaking in the sunshine with her two brothers, Carl and John.

In 1976, the Smiths moved to Weiser, Idaho. While living on Sand Rd, Donna had a horse named Dusty that she adored. She graduated from Weiser High School in 1982 and married Danny Loos in the winter of 1983. Together they made their home in Weiser and welcomed three sons, Curtis, Carl, and Calvin over the next several years. In 2003, after 20 years of marriage, Danny and Donna parted ways.

Following their separation, Donna was introduced to Rich Schauerman through a mutual work associate. Donna was quickly drawn to Rich’s easygoing personality and his stories of adventure on two wheels. Donna and Rich were married on June 30th, 2005, in a small chapel surrounded by close friends, with Rich’s Harley-Davidson motorcycle parked out front.

Over the next 21 years Donna and Rich built a life together and they enjoyed traveling to destinations such as the Oregon coast, California Redwoods and Sturgis, South Dakota. Donna enjoyed tending to her flowers and watching hummingbirds from her favorite seat on the deck of their home. Above all, Donna enjoyed spending time with family. Some of the most special memories she created with her children and grandchildren included lunch at their favorite restaurant, watching the latest summer blockbuster at the movie theater, opening the perfect birthday or Christmas present, or simply chatting about life over a glass of sun tea. Donna left this world on September 18th, 2026, but she will live on in every story, every memory, and every heart she touched.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband Rich, brothers Carl and John, and her children Curtis, Carl, and Calvin. Donna is also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Carter, Makenzie, Kayedence, Emily, Ariel, and Delilah.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, October 4th, 2026, at Thomason Funeral Home in Weiser, Idaho, at 11a.m.