Donna Danley Obituary
The family will hold a graveside memorial service 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Wardville Cemetery.
Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.
Donna was born February 21, 1948, in McAlester to Clayton O. and Zeda Alene (Gibson) Richardson. She grew up in Kiowa and attended Kiowa Schools. On August 10, 1963, she married M.A. Danley in St. George, Utah. They shared more than 50 years together before his passing in 2014.
Over the years, Donna worked as a restaurant manager at Hungry Jack's in Kiowa, as a store clerk for Jones Grocery in Kiowa, and later as the owner and operator of Pittsburg Country Store in Pittsburg. Her work reflected her strong work ethic, her friendly spirit, and her love for serving her community.
In her free time, Donna enjoyed reading and expressing her creativity through arts and crafts. She was a member of the Kiowa Church of Christ and valued her faith deeply.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and Zeda Richardson; husband, M.A. Danley; son-in-law, Phillip Wayne Nance; granddaughter, Natasha Sexton; and grandson, Austin Danley.
Donna is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Nance; sons, Mark Danley and wife, Charlene, and Phillip Danley and former daughter-in-law, Bambie Danley; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as other extended family members and friends who will miss her greatly.
Those who knew Donna will remember her for her unwavering kindness, her quiet strength, and the way she made everyone feel welcome - whether in her home, her store, or simply in her presence. Her legacy of love, faith, and generosity will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Phone: (800) 822-6344
Official Donation Website Link at www.stjude.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
110 S. 3rd St. P.O. Box 3344, McAlester, OK 74502
Make a Donation
in Donna Danley's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
People and places connected with Donna
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Donna's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Donna Danley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
