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Donna WELLIFORD Obituary
Affectionately known as
"Donnie" or "Donna-Jean" was born in Springfield, Ohio, on November 15, 1953.
She was the first of four children born to Donald Watkins and Emma Jean (Buffington) Watkins. On the morning of November 27, 2020, at the age of 67, her spirit quietly ascended into the arms of the Lord. She was the epitome of perseverance and faith.
At an early age, Donna accepted Christ at People's Baptist Church. Donna retired from Fulmer Supermarket and was a loving housewife and mother.
Donna had a strong and loving heart. She left an amazing impression on everyone that she met. Donna loved spending time with her family and always remained positive while fighting breast and bone cancer. Donna loved hugs and
always made sure her children and husband were taken care of. Donna was a force to be reckoned with when it came to her family. She never complained and always said that God is working on her. Donna made friends everywhere she went and she will be missed by many. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, William Davenport.
Donna is survived by her loving, devoted husband of 50 years, George Alvin Welliford; a daughter, Valorie Lynn Welliford and a son, George Corey Welliford all of Springfield, Ohio; two sisters, Karen Lynn Shirley (Ernest) of Mays Landing, New Jersey, and Denise Davenport of Columbus, Ohio; one brother, Trent Watkins of Minnesota.
Visitation will be Wednesday, December 9, 2020, from 11 AM to 12 PM at El Bethel Temple, 2049 Clifton Avenue, Springfield, Ohio 45505. The funeral services are from 12 PM – 1PM with burial to follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required.
Funeral services handled by Robert C. Henry-Clark Funeral Home.
Due to COVID-19 there will be no repass dinner and no home visitation to the family's home at this time. Thank you!
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Barbara Walls
November 26, 2022
Aunt Donna I know you are smiling and especially now that my Uncle George is by your side and you both are pain free we love you both and until we all meet up again R.I.P
Gregory Heflin
December 19, 2020
Donna is one of the very best persons that I could ever know.❤My heart belongs to the entire family & friends at this very important time
Barbara walls
December 8, 2020
Our dearest Aunt Donna I will miss visiting you when I come home and having our talks and laughing and eating. To our Uncle George, Cory and Valerie we prayed that God will continue to comfort you all and give you the strength this day and everyday. We love and miss you all. Your family from Boston
Donna Well I ford R.I.P
Earl, Frank, Susie and Rodger Duncan
December 8, 2020
When we heard of your loss, we prayed, knowing that this is one of the times you don't have to ask, Jesus just steps in and gives comfort. Please know that God is a comforter and a healer. In this time of sorrow know that God will see you through. Our prayer is for God to continue to comfort you and your family, send angels from above, to give sweet peace within your hearts, surrounding you all with eternal love. We are sorry for your deep loss of Donnie, you know you are in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve with you. We all love you and You have our deepest sympathy.
PAULA
December 8, 2020
Arthur Hardin
December 7, 2020
Donnie as a child meeting you for the first time was truly an honor having you in my life as a man was truly a blessing I thank God for placing you in my life,love you forever and a day,Arthur Eugene Hardin aka Hockey
Tina
December 7, 2020
Our hearts, thoughts, love and prayers are with you all today and always. I will miss your smile Donna. Years ago you kept me in check at Fulmer’s and took me under your wings, and welcomed me in your home. I will never forget your kindness nor when you put me in check lol! RIH my friend. Praying God keeps you all wrapped in His arms surrounding you with His love and comfort.
Love You!
Melody
December 7, 2020
I’m a member of Restored Life Ministry and I just want to send my prayer of strength and comfort to George and the rest of his family. I met Donna at Villa while she was taking therapy. She told me how she couldn’t stand the food so I brought her some spaghetti the next day. I absolutely fell in love with this woman’s spirit. I felt as if I had known her for years. My sincerist prayers to you all.
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