Donna Price Holliday

Donna P. Holliday, 78, of Collierville, Tennessee, passed away on August 1, 2025, at Baptist Hospital Collierville after a brief illness. Born and raised in Pineville, Louisiana, Donna graduated from Louisiana College and began her career as an elementary school teacher before dedicating herself to her family as a proud homemaker. She was the beloved widow of Michael Holliday, her husband of 33 years, who passed away in 2001. Donna was the cherished mother of three sons: Brad, Clay, and Andrew Holliday, and the loving grandmother of eight grandchildren: Davis, Coco, AJ, Natalie, Sammie, Honey, Mickey, and Ryder. She found immense joy in spending time with her grandchildren, always nurturing them with the same love and care she gave her sons. Throughout her life, Donna embodied grace, kindness, and a quiet elegance. She was a gifted painter, a passionate gardener, and an extraordinary cook, talents she shared generously with family and friends. Her home was a sanctuary filled with beautiful plants and flowers, and a lifetime of wonderful memories. Donna was deeply involved in her faith and her community. She attended both Life Church and Hope Presbyterian Church, where she built lasting relationships with those around her. For over 20 years, Donna devoted her time to delivering Meals on Wheels for the Memphis Inter-faith Association (MIFA), providing nourishment and companionship to homebound seniors. This act of service was a testament to her boundless generosity and unwavering compassion for others. Known for her vibrant spirit, Donna remained active well into her later years. Just a few months ago, she hiked with her sons in Sedona, and she continued to water ski, whitewater raft, and surf into her mid-70s. Her zest for life and sense of adventure were unparalleled, and she approached every experience with enthusiasm, curiosity, and courage. Above all, Donna was a woman of exceptional character. She was gentle, kind, and endlessly graceful. She had a way of making everyone around her feel valued and loved. Her warmth, wisdom, and elegance will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Donna's life will be held at The Sanctuary on the Square in Collierville on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the service following at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to MIFA (Memphis Inter-faith Association) https://www.mifa.org/donatenow to support the Meals on Wheels program, an organization dear to Donna's heart. Donna's legacy of love, service, and kindness will forever live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and the many lives she touched.