Former Columbia Historical Museum President and board member Donna Lyn Schwebel of West Columbia, Texas, passed peacefully next to her husband on April 18, 2023, at their second home in Rockport, Texas. Even though she has been taken away from this world, we’re happy knowing that Heaven has one more beautiful angel.
Donna was born on April 25, 1953, in Freeport, Texas, the daughter of David and Hazel Chapman.
After graduating from Brazosport High School in Freeport in 1971, she joined the United States Air Force and completed her training to become a nurse. She was stationed at Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas and Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico during her time in the service.
She had recently retired from Dow Chemical and Olin after a long and successful career of over 20 years.
Besides spending time with her family and friends, Donna enjoyed traveling with her husband and family, playing cards, volunteering within the community, and attending church every Sunday.
Affectionately known as “Mimi,” Donna was such a caring and giving woman who was always someone you could count on and trust. She could always make anyone smile or laugh with her wit and sense of humor. Donna was always able to make light of any situation and she touched so many lives with her generosity and love for others.
Donna is survived by her devoted husband of almost 19 years, Darrell Schwebel of West Columbia; daughters Hayley and Anne Elizabeth; sons Doug and Jimmy; five grandchildren: Robin, Austin, Rylan, Rowan and Philomena; siblings: Teresa and Steven. She was preceded in death by her parents and loving sister, Gail.

Donna was the daughter-in-law of longtime Columbia Historical Museum board member Tissie Schwebel and Dr. Bob Schwebel of West Columbia.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday May 6, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Sweeny Church of Christ located at 501 N. Elm St. in Sweeny.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to a charity of their own choosing.

Donna Lyn Chapman Schwebel, 1953-2023