Donna Kristine Clayson-Prokop (1950 – 2023)
Donna Clayson was born in Dawson Creek, British Columbia. She was an energetic volunteer in the Yukon and her work included past president of the Civil Air Search & Rescue Association (CASARA), a member of the Whitehorse District Search & Rescue (WDSAR), a member of the Hug-a-tree & Survive Program, a volunteer with the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race, and a member of the Yukon River Quest Safety Boat Team. She did award-winning historical work with the Jaycettes and was a member of the board of the Yukon Dog Mushers Association. Donna was the owner/operator of 100 dogs in the Northern Lites Kennels. She was an author of historical aviation, memoirs and local community periodicals, including 15 years writing for the Moccasin Telegraph.1)
Donna Clayson was awarded the Yukon Service Pin that recognizes those who served or are serving in the military and Yukon first responders.2) In 2022, Donna, a seasoned plane spotter, received the Commissioner of Yukon Public Service Award for her long-time work as a search and rescue volunteer.3)