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Kathy Pedrick Ring
May 31, 2012
David And Kathy I am so sorry for your loss.You know I love you all and will miss Donnie so much. You All will be in my prayers as you go through this time .If there is anything I can do just let me know. with love Kathy Pedrick
Tonya Andrews
June 16, 2012
Donald was a wonderful person and a very caring friend. He will be missed, but we know he is in God's comfort now.
Our Deepest sympathy to his family.
Sincerely,
Tonya Andrews and Chaney Turnbo
Donna Manier (Nelson)
May 31, 2012
I am sorry for your loss .Donnie was a very nice man ...I will be praying for the family .
Sandy West
May 30, 2012
The employees of Quik Mart #25, Sandy, Ricky, Wanda, Amy, and Michele would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of our loyal customer and friend. You will be missed.
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Dawn Collins
May 31, 2012
My family and i have know Donnie since he first started working at Red Castle. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. We will miss him dearly.
The Collins,Potts and Jones Families.
Jackie Hosford
May 30, 2012
So sorry for your loss , your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jackie Hosford
Connie Attkisson
May 30, 2012
So sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. I was acquainted with him at Ms. Annie's Market and he always had a kind word and smile. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers to the Cates Family during this difficult time.
Sylvia Hall
May 30, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. He was such a great friend for the past 20 years. We shared so many things. Had so many good times together. There will be a big hole in my heart forever more.....
I miss you, Donnie
Jaqui McKee Howell
May 29, 2012
I worked with Donnie at my first job at Red Castle Deli. I can still see him smiling through the window. I was 16 and now am almost 50, but I could have seen Donnie anywhere and it was just like we worked together yesterday. Genuine person, very personable,honest. RIP Donnie you were a good friend and a great person. Love ya,Jaqui
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Don Morrow
May 29, 2012
I regret to hear of the passing of Donnie. I always liked Donnie and spent many hours at Ms Annie's market talking to him. My prayers go out to the Donnie's family. He was a nice guy and will by missed.
Phyllis Hayes Parrish
May 29, 2012
I worked with Donnie many years at Red Castle Deli,and he was a really good friend of mine. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. My prayers will be with the family at this time. May God Bless You All Sincerely Phyllis Hayes Parrish
Malinda Leverette Watkins
May 29, 2012
I worked at the bank next door when Donnie worked at Ms. Annie's years ago. I saw him almost every day back then. He was so much fun to visit with. I'd always leave laughing. Praying for your family!
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