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1951
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2023
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Donna Givens Obituary
Donna was born on October 26, 1951, in Mooresville, N.C., to the late Doris Benson Cline and Joseph Merkson Cline. She was the faithful and loving wife of Richard O. Givens Jr. for nearly 53 years.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Gordon "Sonny" Cline and sister, Melodie Cline Boswell.
She was a faithful member of The Tree of Life Ministry in Lynchburg, Va., and loved facilitating senior bible study.
She began her retail career clerking in her father's country store in Lynch Station, Va. After graduating CVCC with a degree in Merchandising Management she became a market buyer of women's clothing for Leggett Department stores until they merged with Belk and moved their headquarters to Charlotte, N.C. She worked in banking for a few years before returning to retail sales with JC Penney where she held several supervisory positions until retiring in 2015 with nearly 26 years of service.
She enjoyed decorating her home, working in her gardens, tending to her chickens and riding her side-by-side through the woodland trails on their property. But most of all she enjoyed providing a place for family and friends to gather.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sisters, Cindy Cline Taylor of Altavista, and Zina Cline Lambert of South Boston; adopted daughter, Norma Verdinella and her husband, John, of Concord; and many nephews and nieces that she loved dearly.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Mount Hermon United Methodist Church in Lynch Station by Pastor Mike Dodson and Pastor Don Webb with interment following in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 until 2 p.m. Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Mount Hermon United Methodist Church and other times will be at the residence.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Alan B. Pearson Oncology & Hematology and Centra Hospice for the kind care they provided her.
The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider the American Cancer Society, 2050 Langhorne Road, Suite 201, Lynchburg, VA 24501.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.
Memories and Condolences
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Jeffrey McKnight
June 29, 2023
Richard, Cindy, Zina, & Family.
Just wanted to let you know , Daddy and I are keeping y'all in our prayers & thoughts too. Love Y'all, Donna just a good soul, good stock of Uncle Joe & Aunt Doris, miss the days of coming up to visit at "White Rock Country Store" .(I am staying with Dad now since Peggy passed. Cindy called us, and told us. I wanted to come up there, but Daddy "Quintin" couldn't make the trip, he has good days and bad days now, and trouble walking some days). I wanted to let you know We haven,t forgot you.
Lord Bless ,Quintin and Jeff McKnight
Walter and Daphne Reamer
May 26, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Walter Reamer
May 26, 2023
So sorry for your loss Richard
Jeanine Wilson
May 26, 2023
Keeping you in our prayers!
Gary DuPriest
May 25, 2023
Richard, Jo Anne and I are sending our condolences to you for your loss.
We always loved Donna she was always cheerful. She will be missed.
Not to worry she is with our heavenly
Father and she is now healed.
We send our love to you and should you need anything just let t us know.
Love Gary and Jo Anne DuPriest.
Daphne Inge
May 25, 2023
Richard, so sorry to hear about Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Daphne
Fred Singleton
May 25, 2023
I have know Donna since first grade at Altavista Elementary and thru high school. She was special to me over the years. I last saw her at J C Penney at the mall several years ago. She gave me a big hug. Will miss you much.
Pat Goolsby
May 25, 2023
Donna and I were friends and coworkers at JCP for a long time. She was such a good soul. Cheerleader,mentor,shoulder to cry on. So sorry for her loss
Deirdre Walker
May 25, 2023
Donna was my supervisor when I started working in the Home Department at JCPenney.
She was my mentor and my friend.
I will always remember her kindness and the words of wisdom of this very special lady.
I am keeping Richard and the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Zyki
May 25, 2023
I met Donna through Tree of Life Ladies' Fellowship Meetings. She was always so kind to me. I admired her faith and her love for God.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Ann Zyki
Faye Routon, friend of Richard's from HCMG
May 25, 2023
Richard and family, there are never the right words to say that will ease your grief. I only met Donna once, but the love you two shared was on both your faces. Take comfort in your memories and family and your strength will carry you through.
Sue Reynolds Doss
May 25, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The Cline family at White Rock is a favorite childhood memory as we grew up together. What a time we had when the Icee machine was introduced to us and we were so excited when Granny (Eliza Patterson) would give us a quarter to walk to the store. we then sat on the white rock and enjoyed our summertime treat. Joe and Doris and the whole family were so good to my Granny. So sorry for your loss.
Helen Denton
May 25, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. It was a pleasure working with Donna at Jcpenney, she was a wise and caring person. Sending prayers to Richard and family. RIP Donna.
Linda & Lloyd Johns
May 24, 2023
Cindy we are so sorry for your loss of Donna.
Susan Blackstock
May 24, 2023
Richard, So sorry for the loss of your precious Donna. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Edwin and Sue Blackstock
Darlene Mc Robertson
May 24, 2023
Sincere sympathy to the family of such a sweet person. Grew up with Donna and her family in Lynch Station.
Jim Davis
May 23, 2023
A lifetime of memories sweeps over us as we struggle to comprehend this loss. Donna was such a dear friend and possessed a truly gentle spirit. Our prayers are with you Richard and all the family.
Marlene Swift
May 23, 2023
I worked with Donna at JCP . I remember she was very caring person dedicated to helping her customers and treated coworkers very kindly. She will be in my prayers. RIP✝
Donna Walden
May 23, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. She will be missed, such a lovely person inside and out.. always had the beautiful smile on her face.. "Earth's Loss is Heaven's Gain"...Prayers for all..
Danny Witt
May 23, 2023
So sorry for the loss of Donna, what a great person she was. She will be missed.
Donna Green
May 23, 2023
I had the pleasure of knowing Donna while we worked together at Jcpenneys. Also for being her hairstylist at the same time. But most of all, she was my friend. Even in her illness she had a smile on face and praised our Lord all the time . I will miss her greatly.
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