Donna Lee Gothard

Donna Lee Gothard obituary, Ardmore, OK

Donna Lee Gothard

Donna Gothard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Craddock Funeral Home on Jan. 22, 2026.
Donna Lee Gothard passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday January 16, 2026, in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Donna was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on October 26, 1947, to William Earl (Jody) George and Lucile May (Reed).

Donna worked at Michlin before retiring. She loved and worked her ranch with her husband Darvin until he passed in 1995. She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking trips. Much can be said about Donna, but most people remember her for the love of her pets, many dogs have entered and passed in her life. They were a very big part of her life.

Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Darvin; father, mother, sister, Connie Hartman; brother-in-law Johnny Hartman and her brother, Bill George. She is survived by her sons, Jody Clinton of Lone Grove, Oklahoma and Reese Clinton and his wife Lori of Davis, Oklahoma. Grandchildren include Josh, Joseph, Erica, Breyden, Jordan, Logan, Reagan and Spencer. Great grandchildren include Chamberlyn, Baylor, Kanyon, Samantha, Collins and Milo.

Graveside services are pending.

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