Donnie Wayne Hounihan was born on September 7, 1943, in Portageville, Missouri. He passed away on July 29, 2024, at his residence in Perryville, Missouri. He was 80 years, 2 months, and 22 days of age.

He was preceded in death by his parents: George William and Jessie Lorene (Thomas) Hounihan, 4 brothers: Raymond Leo, Raney Gale, William L. "Jimmy", and Billy Gene Hounihan, 2 sons: Kenny Wayne McCann, and Houdi Hounihan.

Donnie was a veteran of both the United States Army and Navy. All four of his brothers also served in the United States military. The Hounihan brothers were famously known around town as the 5 fighting Hounihan's. Donnie enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing baseball while in school. He was a big fan of  St. Louis Cardinals baseball. Donnie loved spending time visiting with his family and friends and they will greatly miss him.

He leaves the following behind to cherish his memory:

2 Daughters: Angel Ray of Mobile, AL.

Sarah Smith of Hayti, MO.

Sister: Bonnie Nuyt of Perryville, MO.

5 Grandchildren

10 Great Grandchildren

Special Niece: Shelly (Rigo) Esparza of Conroe, TX.

Special Nephew: Rickey Lynn White of Perryville, MO.

Cousin: Dennis (Linda) Houihan of Portageville, MO.

Exwife: Dorothy Smith of Hayti, MO.

2 Stepdaughters, 2 Step-granddaughters, 4 Step-great granddaughters and 2 step great grandsons

And a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the John W. German Funeral Home in Hayti, MO. Burial with military honors was held in Dry Bayou Cemetery in Hayti, MO. Pallbearers were family members and friends.

John W. German Funeral Home of Hayti oversaw arrangements.