Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Idonia Gwathney Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Idonia Gwathney
October 12, 2013
Ms. Idonia and Mr. Curtis were good neighbors to my mother who lived next door. I got to know Gary after Katrina, I am so sorry for your loss and I wish to send my deepest sympathy to all the family. Pam Caruso
Jacqueline Hicks
October 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nyra White
October 6, 2013
Keeping the family in my prayers. I will always remember Ms. Donie's voice and caring spirit.
Nyra (Daughter of Sharon Wells)
Shelbyy Menina
October 5, 2013
I will miss my dear friend she loved the children. I can remember she saying to my children you know your mama so y'all better be good. My friend take your rest you have been a faithful door keeper.
Roselyn Francis Williams
October 4, 2013
I met Donie thru my grandma (Mama Lillie) cooking 4 their usher meetings ,fond memories . She always had GOOD advice :) .I'm sure she will be missed.
Marietta Levy
October 4, 2013
May God Bless the Simms family.
Roselyn Francis Williams
October 4, 2013
So sorry 4 ya'll LOST of a very LOVED ONE... I met DONIE thru my Grandmother years ago. Very loving Spirit///I know she will be truly missed.....Lean & Depend on the LORD as SHE Did. B BLESSED
SHARON WELLS
October 4, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy, love, and prayers are extended to the Simms family. I share your heartache. Donie has been a big sister to me from my youth. She was always sweet, kind, and ready to share advice and guidance. Now her loving Spirit will watch over us from heaven. Take your rest, Donie, and we will see you again. I love you.
Gaynell Prevost Mosley & Family
October 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you , May God Bless .
Cynthia Parker
October 4, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together all the talks and laughters she brought to each one of us. Rest on Maw Maw we will miss you.
Vanessa Calliet-Alexander and Family
October 4, 2013
To my extended family,
My heart goes out to you all in the loss of Auntie Donie. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to keep you strong in HIM.
Joyce Colar Jackson
October 4, 2013
To the Simms Family
Sorry for the lost of your precious love one yor loved dearly, but God loved her best and called her home to take her rest. Remember earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Look to the Lord for comfort and strength to make it through this time of grief. Donie will truly be missed, she was a person that loved everybody. RIP Donie, your work here on earth is finish, you have earned your reward from above.
Stephanie
October 4, 2013
Missing you dearly, you will always be in my heart I will miss those car rides home with you and you telling me off I love you Tee Donie
THE JOLIVETTE"S
October 3, 2013
TO THE FAMILY OF DONIE,OUR HEARTS ARE SADDEN BY THE PASSING OF AUNTY DONIE,SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.EARTH HAS NO SORROW,THAT HEAVEN CAN NOT HEAL.WE LOVE YOU AUNTY DONIE,EMELDA CHILDRENS,TREASE,BERNA,ALVIN,& CHRISTOPHER JOLIVETTE FROM CALIFORNIA AND TEXAS....
Ms Geraldine Williams
October 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out the the entire family of Auntie Donie.I am so sorry for the loss of your love one.I will continue to lift the family up in prayers.Remember grief last a little while and love and memories last forever.Family be strong and keep the faith and god will see you through.Rest in Peace Auntie Donie
Barbara Nell Johnson Payton
October 3, 2013
To the Simms Family,
My heart goes out to the Simms family. Donie was my big sister and good friend. I will miss her very much but I know one day I will see her again in heaven.
raquel allison
October 3, 2013
Family, hold tight to each other. We miss her terribly, but know that all is well. She is at rest & feeling better than she has ever felt. Through the tears we have to hold tight to the memories and laughter that auntie Donie left us with. Remember, we shall see her again.
Get your rest auntie Donie & say hi to everybody for us. See you later. Love you.
October 3, 2013
To the family of "Donie",
I was am very sorry to hear of her home going. She was always a very special lady.
Glo
Cheryl Myers
October 3, 2013
Will truly be missed but never. Forgotten. Love cheryl Moore myers
October 3, 2013
TO THE FAMILY,
GRIEF CAN BE SO VERY HARD.
JESUS WILL FIX IT FOR YOU.
TAKE YOUR REST "DONIE"
YVETTE NOYE & KEVLIN
barbara getridge- tross
October 3, 2013
God will take care of you all. God have a better place in his home above for her. No more pain, she will be bless, and be taken care of.
Gilda Smith
October 3, 2013
To the family: be encouraged during this time. God is there. Be prayerful.
Showing 1 - 24 of 24 results
Make a Donation
in Idonia Gwathney's name
Memorial Events
for Idonia Gwathney
How to support Idonia's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
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 moreResources to help you cope with loss
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 more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Idonia Gwathney'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
