Donna Wilson Patureau

Donna Wilson Patureau, 76, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, surrounded by her loving family.

Donna was born November 6, 1948, in Oakdale, LA, the daughter of John Leslie Wilson and Melva G. Wilson.

Donna retired from the St. Mary Parish School Board, where she served with passion and commitment as a paraprofessional. Her impact on the lives of countless students will be remembered for generations, as she embodied the qualities of patience, kindness, and encouragement.

A loving wife to her husband, Charles Patureau, Donna created a life filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories. She cherished spending time with family at their camp, where her exceptional cooking skills brought everyone together around the table. Known as a friend to many, she had an innate ability to make everyone feel welcomed, valued and loved.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Charles “Mike” Patureau; two children, Rachael Rogers and husband Scott and Michael “Scott” Patureau and wife Ricki Lynn; four grandchildren, Logan Scully, Rhea Patureau Coleman, Reid Lodrigue, Gage Patureau; one great-grandson, Beau Michael Coleman; one sister, Helen W. Ross.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, John and Melva Wilson; three siblings, Harrel Wilson, Edna “Sue” Johnson, and Carol “Lynn” Oubre.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Saturday March 29, 2025, at Holy Cross Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. After Mass, Donna will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery Mausoleum.