Donna Kay Darden

Donna Kay Darden obituary, Bradenton, FL

Donna Kay Darden

Donna Darden Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory (43rd St. Chapel) - Bradenton on Oct. 1, 2025.

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In Loving Memory Donna Kay Darden (nee Pendergraph)
Born on December 1, 1954. in Cincinnati Ohio, it is with heavy heart that we share that Donna departed this world on June 27, 2025, while at Tidewell Hospice in Bradenton. Donna was a hard worker all her life. From her involvement at many plant nurseries to her move to auto parts where she worked at Southeast Auto Parts in Oneco then Tropical Cadillac of Bradenton where after 18 years she retired a few years ago.
Donna dedicated her life to many joys that included frequent trips to Lake Lure in the mountains of North Carolina and her love of pets, especially cats.
Throughout her life, Donna was a pillar of strength and inspiration to those she loved and is survived by her Husband Ron, sisters, Karen Gruber and Linda Hutchinson along with her brother Donnie Pendergraph.
If you would like to remember Donna, please make a donation in her name to either Tidewell Hospice of Bradenton or your favorite Animal Shelter.
Rest in peace Donna, your journey may have ended but your love and memories will live on eternally.
Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209, is in charge of arrangements. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Donna, please visit our Tree Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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