Ms. Donna Williams Bruney

Ms. Donna Williams Bruney obituary

Ms. Donna Williams Bruney

Donna Bruney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brown-McGehee Funeral Home on Feb. 11, 2026.
Donna Williams Bruney, age 58, passed away on February 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family and friends.

Donna is survived by her beloved son, Dustin Bruney; her sisters, Tina Para (Steve), Dana Matherne (Harold), Gina Barahona (Miguel), and Deanie Chauvin; her brother, Lenny Williams (Tiffany); her godchildren, Stephanie Rodriguez and Lionel Dufrene; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and her cherished best friends, Jeri Chauvin and Roxann Williams.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Deanna and Lawrence Williams; her son, Ken Michael; and her brother-in-law, Kenneth Chauvin.

Donna dedicated many years of service to the Jefferson Parish School Board and Redman Pipe & Supply where she was known for her reliability, work ethic, and caring nature. She touched the lives of many through both her professional work and her personal relationships.

Donna will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date, with details to be shared by the family.

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