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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Judy Gray/ Hamilton
March 6, 2009
I went to school with Donald, he was quit the ladies man, there were always friends around him, he is famous for that wonderful smile he showed off on a daily basis, I know how painful it is to lose someone so speacial, but Donald is no longer in the pain that the cancer surely put him in,
I too lost my dad to cancer and each day that comes will never be the same, all you can do is hold onto those great memories that Donald left us all.
God Speed and God Bless
Judy Gray Hamilton
Laburnum Financial Svc
February 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
ANGELA MEADE
February 8, 2009
Charlotte and family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tim, Angie, Christian and Morgan Meade
Erin Tatum
February 4, 2009
Linda Rae,
You, the girls and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry to hear about Donald. Remember the good times and know that Donald is watching over you and the girls from heaven! Please let me know if there is anything that I can do.
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Janet Castelvecchi
February 4, 2009
Dear Linda, Alyssa, Somer, and Sadie,
There are no words to describe how much my girls and I care for you and your girls and the pain that you are feeling. Donald's smile, laugh, sense of humor, and good heart will be greatly missed. We are so very sorry for your loss. God's love will
will see you thru the hardest of times. Friends and family will help thru the rest. We love you all.
Janet, Paige, and Bridgette
Marie Morgan
February 4, 2009
Charlotte and family, My prayers are with you. May God comfort you as only he can. With Love and prayers Marie Morgan
Booker and Janet Young
February 3, 2009
Linda
You have our deepest and sincere condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your daughters. May God bless you all.
Tommy Wilburn
February 3, 2009
Anybody that had the pleasure of calling Donald a friend has a heavy heart today knowing we won't see him anymore smiling and gracing us with his earthly presence, but remember his smile and his fun loving ways and he will be near your heart always. We loved everything about him and we are better people now by knowing him and calling him a friend. Our teenage years will always have a great memory of Donald and especially the last few years. I know he was proud up in heaven looking down last night at all his family, friends and co-workers who attended his visitation. The slideshow and music brought back so many great memories. It was bittersweet seeing everyone but he would have loved it because he was such a people person. May God bless you all and know that we are thinking and praying for you and may all your memories of Donald help fill the void in your hearts.
Love and Prayers,
Tommy Wilburn & Tammie Smith
Highland Springs High School Classmates
Teresa Paxton Wilburn
February 3, 2009
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about Donald’s passing. Donald brought joy to every life he touched. He was a terrific person and could always make me smile. Donald’s memory will live on forever. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
LeeAnn Jesse
February 3, 2009
Linda Ray,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a strong person and there will be brighter days ahead. Hang in there. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
George Massey
February 2, 2009
I wish there was something I could say or do to help you through this difficult period. I hope that you are able to keep in your heart the wonderful years you had together and remember that you have many friends to lean on for support and assistance in this difficult time.
Shelby Brown
February 2, 2009
Linda Rae and family.
I just this moment heard the sad news of Donald's passing. It's been a long time since I've seen Donald, but he's someone you don't easily forget. I can see his smile and here him laughing both of which I recall him doing so well. His kindness will surely live on in all those who love him. May you find peace in your memories and in God's love.
In friendship and sympathy,
Sharla Pence
February 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. While words of comfort must feel bittersweet, take this time to lean on all who love you ~ God Bless You
steven scott
February 2, 2009
Donald was a real trooper to come to work with so much going on inside him.That showed me what type of man he was I'm glad to have worked with him.My prayers are with his wife and 4 girls.
love Steve Scott and Family
Troy Bannister
February 2, 2009
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Donald. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Sherri Sullivan
February 2, 2009
Linda Ray & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Sherri, Andy, David & Dallas
Semhar Kassahun
February 2, 2009
My prayers are with the family. May GOD give you strength through this tough time.
Semhar K.
( Coca-Cola Enterprise)
Alycia Waddell
February 2, 2009
We love you so much.
Brad & Weeza
Ron & Sherry McCarthy
February 2, 2009
Charlotte, Revina and Doug,
Your hearts are broken but Donald has gone into the bright light of God's love and is free of pain.
In my mind he will always be a lanky young boy, kind and polite with a grin that was contagious. Matt thought he was a young god and he was Sara's first secret crush. Everyone loved him.
God bless you all during this time of great loss. You're in my heart.
Diana Nunez
February 2, 2009
Alyssa
I am heartbroken at your loss. I have no words to express the depth of my sadness , I only have tears . You stood by Stephanie five years ago and mourned the death of her father with her. You shared in the laughter and the pain over the years and now we stand by you and your family's side and share your pain and sorrow. Once again we stand under the umbrella of God's Mercy as the rain pours down
Donna Kelson Bordner
February 2, 2009
Linda Raye,
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts,my heart, and in my prayers. In Friendship,Love & Symptahy,
Allen Williams & Family
February 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
As a supervisor on the Dasani Line, I found Donald’s many talents and excellent work ethics to be and invaluable asset towards the challenges we shared throughout the years we worked together. During his walk in life, Donald was always there to lend a helping hand to all whom he came in contact with. Please know that Donald was loved by us all. May God's love be of comfort to your family.
Robert Prueitt
February 2, 2009
Sandston Coca-Cola has lost a friend, a model employee, and a skilled technician.
Donald has always been a pleasure to work with. His friendliness and knowledge of equipment made life better for anyone he came in contact with. Donald started at Sandston Coca-Cola in 1996 as a night shift mechanic. His outstanding work ethic and learning ability enabled Donald to become an expert mechanic very quickly. Donald has had many assignments through the years, but the toughest and most visible one came with the installation of the Dasani water line in 2003. Donald took ownership of the line and a large part of the credit for its successful startup belongs to him.
He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Know that Donald's Coca-Cola family has all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Niki Lampie
February 2, 2009
You all are in our thoughts and prayers! I pray that God gives you comfort during this time. Keep your faith strong! We love you.
Love, Niki
Theresa Shultz
February 2, 2009
I am so sorry about the loss of Donald. I am best friends with Sharon, Alyssa's mom, and met Donald about 24 years. He was such a fun person to be around and always had everyone laughing. I know he is going to be greatly missed. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Lois Taylor
February 2, 2009
Linda Ray and Family,
You all are in our hearts and prayers. I hope each day you grow stronger and that your heartfelt memories will bring a chuckle to your faces!!
Love ya - Lois
Jackie Wine Cool
February 2, 2009
Linda-
I am absolutely heart broken as Donald was one the of the nicest, sincerest guys I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. His smile would brighten any room and no matter what, could always get you to smile right along with him. That smile will be forever burned in my heart. My prayers go out to you and your girls Linda...I loved Donald very much and we were all truly blessed to have had him in our lives.
Tonya Lee
February 2, 2009
I am sorry for you lost. I worked with Donald for the past 10 years. He was one of our best mechanics and he will truly be missed. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayer.
Christina King
February 2, 2009
Donald will be greatly missed - he was a dear friend a striaght stand up guy - He is the man I pray my boys will grow up to be like, kind, loving, sincere, compationate, honest, loyal, optomistic, hard working, Godly, a Hero to many - all those who know Donald understand what a wonderful man he was - no words can do him justice and everyone who met him, liked him. He was always there in times of need, anytime. If he said it, he did it. He was a man of integrity. Donald was the best of best friends any man could have - I know this because he was my Scott's Very Best Friend - No one can ever replace him nor could they even begin to - he was one of a kind. A true blessing to all those who love him. I can barely write this with out my tears clouding my view. I am hear for you Linda. You know Scott is too. Please know how much we loved him and just the same for you. Accept our hand, ear or shoulder if ever in need, anytime. I know Donald would do the same. I will honor him in every way I can. May peace fill your heavy hearts and may God guide you and show you happiness within. In Jesus name Amen "I believe" Rest In Peace my brother my friend - we will see you again! All my love to you.
Love, CC
Tina Hopkins
February 1, 2009
Though I never met Mr. Adkins, I had the wonderful opportunity to teach Somer in 6th grade. What a joy she is! She always kept her teachers updated on her father's progress. I am so sad for her and her family. I offer my deepest condolences.
Teresa Couch
February 1, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Donald about 17 years ago. He always made me laugh. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless you and your family. Tyler Dowell's Mom Teresa
Lorie Richardson
February 1, 2009
We are so sorry about your loss. We will continue to pray that God will give you and your family the compfort to walk in this difficult situation.
Love,
Angel and Family
Donna Johnson
February 1, 2009
Linda, I am sadden to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family. Donna and Bill Johnson
Lisa Wright
February 1, 2009
Linda,
I am so sorry for your loss. Donald always had a smile on his face and that is the way I will always remember him. I wish you the best at this time of sorrow. Take care of your girls, I know you will. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara McCosco
February 1, 2009
Dear Linda and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Donald's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know you will have many wonderful memories of such a fine young man. God Bless
Jim Underwood
February 1, 2009
Linda and family,
I had the privilage of working with Donald for the last 3 years. He alway displayed respect and professionalism to everyone he came in contact with and that is why he is so loved and respected by his Coke family. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. He will be greatly be missed by all who knew him.
Scott Dowell
February 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Donald was my best friend and losing him is the hardest thing i have ever had to deal with. God blessed me to have Donald be a part of my life.Although he is gone he will never be forgotten. He was a BEST friend in every since of the word. God bless you Donald, even though you are no longer here on earth with us you will never be forgotten! R.I.P. my friend.
Faith Hooper
February 1, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Donald. My heart goes out to his family, Linda Rae and daughters, and his dear friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Raymond, Faith & Chelsea Hooper
Darlene Seay-Carpenter
February 1, 2009
Linda Ray,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. Donald will truly be missed by many.
Darlene & Allison
Nancy McDaniel
February 1, 2009
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I know it seems God deals us crappy hands at times, but he always has a plan for us and never gives us anything we can't handle. I know you all have the strength together and love to handle anything. My love and prayers are with you all. Love always Nancy
Sheri Agee Lange
February 1, 2009
Revina & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Donald. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you and praying for you and your family. Thoughts of him over the years always brought a smile to my face.
Harrison Moncure
February 1, 2009
Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
By Alfred, Lord Tennyson
The Poetry Foundation
Aretha Benjamin
February 1, 2009
Charlotte, No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you and your family as you grieve.
Kim Agee Wilcox
February 1, 2009
I am so saddened by Donald's passing. He was such a sweet person. My prayers go out to all of you at such a difficult time.
Ken Canaday
February 1, 2009
I first meet Donald 6yrs. ago when coca cola decided they would add the Dasani water line and I was hired to work on the line also. From day one the laughter and smile that Donald had would draw you to him. He will be missed by so many. May god continue to watch over each one of the family members during this time.
Casey Jellie-McFarland
February 1, 2009
I will always remember his smile and great disposition. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and daughters and family and friends.
Jocelyn Miller
January 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Mrs. Jocelyn Miller (CHES) and family
January 31, 2009
We're so sorry for your loss & will keep you in our prayers always....
Teddy, Gina, Emi & Benton Peterson
Bobbie Terrell
January 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be comforted with the good memories. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for your family. With sympathy, Bobbie, Daved, Connor, and Peyton Terrell
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