Donn Richard Dinnies, 91, of Shell Lake died of a brief illness, February 24, 2021 at Mayo Clinic Health System. He was born June 2, 1929 in Menomonie, WI to Bernhardt and Edith (Clack) Dinnies.

While working for NorthWest Airlines in Chicago, he met his wife to be (the woman with the good looking legs) on the train. They were married in Shell Lake on July 2, 1955 to Mary Lee Lund who preceded him in death on May 22, 2019. They resided in Shell Lake for the remainder of their lives.

Donn was a proud Navy Veteran, who was stationed in Guantanamo Bay during the Korean War. He had a great love for his family and golf. Even into his 90’s, he enjoyed watching golf on TV and his nightly martini.

He is survived by two daughters: Jane (Steve) Byrd of Chippewa Falls, and Diann (Bradford) Armitage of Minnetonka, MN; son, Jonn (Barbara) Dinnies of Luck; seven grandchildren, Michael, Erik, Austin, Katelyn, Ben, Matt and Samantha; two great grandchildren: Amelia, and Jensen; sister, Mary Quilling of Menomonie; nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends. Donn was preceded in death by his wife in 2019, Mary (first round of golf has already been completed); sister, Judy Rasmussen.

Donn and Mary will be laid to rest at a later date at Shell Lake Cemetery. They will now play golf and enjoy Happy Hour with their friends forever.

Donn’s family would like to thank Dr. Allan Haesemeyer, the staff of the Shell Lake Clinic, Indianhead Medical Center Shell Lake, and the Mayo Health System Eau Claire staff for their years of care and compassion.

Memorials will be given to the Shell Lake Library or if preferred, a charity of your choice.

Skinner Funeral Home of Shell Lake is entrusted with serving the family.

Last Update: Feb 26, 2021 2:03 pm CST