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Donna Coker Obituary
passed away March 15, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. She was born May 9, 1953 in Henderson, TX. She is married to the love of her life Michael Coker. She leaves behind her husband; children James and Jessica Brady; mother Jeanette Howard; siblings James Deason, Lori Deason, Glenda Fortenberry; step-children Toby Coker, Kim Hammons, Jeremy Coker, 8 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her son James Neal, father Hershel and brother Butch. She belonged to the Gold Canyon Soroptomists. Visitation is Friday, March 18 from 6-8 PM at Bunker's University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr. in Mesa. Funeral services are Saturday, March 19 at 2 pm at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 612 S. Ellsworth Road. "She was the brightest light of our lives."
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tammy mcclure maldonado
March 21, 2011
Mike I'm so sorry to hear about Donna.Our prayers are with you all.Please try to have peace in your heart knowing that God has his loving arms wrapped around her and they are watching over you.
Donna Washburn
March 21, 2011
Mike, Jenette,Lori, Jimmy D. Jimmy B. & Baby Jessica, And family, What a group, Donna would have loved what you all did to celebrate her life, and what a life!
She loved and was loved by so many. I will miss my Donna D. She has been a part of my life since we were 16. I will miss my best friend but feel blessed to still have her big family in my life. It was nice meeting so many, that I just heard their names over the years. My love to all of you.
Mike my heart goes out to you, the love of your life would want you to stay strong, your a great man and she loved you dearly. We were all blessed to have her in our lives what a funny person. My heart hurts for her just like all of yours, you will always be in my prayers. Love Donna O. Please send me your address, family so I can keep in contact. My address is 708 Damien La verne, Ca. 91750
lori deason
March 21, 2011
i am so heart broken over the loss of my beautiful sweet donna. i just don't know how to understand why the good always have to die young. i will love you forever and will see you again one day. you are the most beautiful angel in heaven. i love you donna and mike, love lori......
March 19, 2011
Condolences to Mike and to Donna's extended family in their time of loss and sorrow. We have many fond and loving memories of Donna, so obviously deeply in love with her husband, always smiling and cheerful, warmhearted and generous. We will keep these memories alive in our hearts. With love, Doug and Barb, Gold Canyon, Arizona
Glenda Deason-Fortenberry
March 19, 2011
Mike and Family, I'm sorry I couldn't be there with you and the family. She will be missed and I loved her deeply. Her laugh, smile, voice, and those beautiful green eyes will be watching our every move. We were lucky to have her with us. She will forever be in all our hearts.
Stephanie Martin
March 18, 2011
Mike,
Donna will be deepley missed. I will always will remember how you two looked at each other and smiled no matter what was going on. You could tell you had something special. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Love you The Martin Family
March 18, 2011
Forever in our hearts
vicky dexter walker
March 18, 2011
Donna, you will be forever remembered in the hearts of all who's lives you touched. Our Deepest Sympathy's to all the family....With love from the Dexter Family
Brandis Goodman
March 18, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I used to work with her and I always looked forward to when she would stop by the office. She had such a great sense of humor and kept us all laughing. She was a great woman. Your family will be in my prayers.
Neil Wuebker
March 18, 2011
I'm so sorry, she was taken way to early. My sincere condolences.
Jennifer Hadley
March 18, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jessica Singletary
March 18, 2011
You will forever be missed, Donna! Sending our love and thoughts to the family!
Jennifer "MARIE" Cooper
March 18, 2011
I will cherish every memory...you will be missed. I love you mom!
Tracie
March 18, 2011
You were such an amazing one of a kind woman and will be missed by so many. I thank you for letting be part of your life!!
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
March 17, 2011
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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