David Donnley Obituary
David John Donnley, 54, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on June 17, 2025. David was born in Akron, Ohio, on October 19, 1970, to the late Ambrose Donnley and Wanda Gwen.
David is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Ambrose Donnley Jr, Allen Donnley, and William "Bill" Donnley. He is survived by his children, David Tyler, Christopher Tyler, Issac Donnley, and Clyde Donnley, his sister, Cathy Morgan (Mohammad Roohollaha), 3 grandchildren, and his former wife Jessica Tyler.
There will be a memorial service for David on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 3 pm to 5 pm at Elk Funeral & Cremation Service, 2001 Pennsylvania Avenue, Charleston, West Virginia, 25302.
Elk Funeral & Cremation Service is honored to be assisting David's family at this time.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2001 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
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