Donna Lee Ash

Donna Lee Ash

Donna Ash Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Michel Funeral Home from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2021.
Donna Lee Ash (nee Coleman), entered eternal rest with unwavering faith on October 26, 2021. Beloved daughter of the late Alfred and Lorraine Coleman; devoted mother of Erin and Nathan (Alyssa Roller) Ash; loving wife of the late Milford Ash; devoted sister of Robert (Jan) Coleman, Gerald Coleman, and the late Marsha (Loyd) Hohertz; "Princess" to Emma and David Roller, and loving aunt, cousin, and friend to many.

Donna will be greatly missed for her generous spirit, wit, and love for her family - and of course her love for her Cardinals and Blues. She will be remembered for her many years devoted to serving as deacon and Sunday School teacher at St. Andrew Presbyterian, leading Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, and her many professional roles, from executive secretary to preschool director to the St. Louis City Board of Election. Those who knew and loved Donna will look back with joy on memories of camping and traveling, listening to classic rock and attending concerts, her year living in Switzerland, and time spent around the table enjoying her many delicious recipes.


Memorial service and celebration of life will take place on Donna's 70th birthday, Saturday, December 11, at 1pm at Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel, 5200 Lucas and Hunt Rd, Jennings, MO 63121. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations in Donna's memory be made to Mathews-Dickey Boys' & Girls' Club, 4245 N Kingshighway Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63115, or Ronald McDonald House St. Louis, 3450 Park Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63104.

ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF MICHEL FUNERAL HOME.

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December 11, 2024

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Beth Cowick

December 11, 2024

Erin and Nathan, I was shocked to hear about your Mom´s passing! My deepest condolences and prayers to ease your grief! I consider myself lucky to have been her friend, she was like a sister to me. God Bless you both.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Beth Cowick

Sandy Reiner

December 2, 2021

Deepest condolences Erin and Nathan. I have known your Mom from when we worked at Crunden-Martin. A million years ago. We had really great times together with Donna and Sonny at the King and I, parties and picnics. She was a treasure! Heaven got another good one! May she rest in peace.

Patricia Mullins

November 24, 2021

My condolences To Erin&Nathan,and Her Entire Family. I had the pleasure to work with Donna for years. Donna had a Very Loving Heart. May She Rest In Heaven.

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