Donna Upchurch Obituary
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Mrs. Upchurch passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at her home. She was a lifelong resident of Clay County, and was a devoted stay at home mother to her three children. She enjoyed being outside, riding back roads, or going to yard sales and thrift stores. Mrs. Upchurch also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was described as friendly, loving, and silly at times, but was full of life.
Mrs. Upchurch is survived by three children: Tyler Mastin (Shaeley) of Lineville, Derek Mastin of Oxford, and Kayla Mastin of Sylacauga; three grandchildren: Camryn Mastin, Kaylen Mastin, and Kaden Cantrell; one brother, David Upchurch (Brittany) of Ashland; her niece, Breana Railey (John Dylan) and other extended family;
She was preceded in death by her parents: Charles Dwight and Ottilu McCain Upchurch; and her grandparents: J.C. and Annie Mae Tomlin Upchurch and James Ottis and Claudia Lou Davis McCain.
Her visitation will take place on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Benefield Funeral Home in Ashland beginning at 1:00 P.M. until service time at 2:00 P.M.
Send online condolences to benefieldfuneralhome.com
Benefield Funeral Home in Ashland is in charge of arrangements.
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