of Marion, AR
April 4, 1943 - October 26, 2012
Donna Poole Goodfellow, 69, of Marion passed away Friday, October 26, 2012, at her home surrounded by her family. Donna was born April 4, 1943 in New Martinsville, WV. Her family soon moved to West Memphis, where she grew up and graduated high School.
Donna was married to her true love, Fred, for 50 fabulous years. She was known for her love of singing, dancing, decorating and large dangle earrings.
Donna was voted most wittiest in high school and kept us laughing throughout her life. She also won an all night Dance-a-thon where she danced straight for 24 hours. She kept on dancing till her last day on earth.
Donna's greatest love were her three children. She was known for waiting up till her kids got home and cooking anything they wanted for them and all their friends no matter what time it was.
Donna, lovingly known as '''Nonna'' to her grandchildren was the most incredible grandmother in the whole world.
She will be missed by many but Heaven just received it's most dazzling angel.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rosemary and Louis B. Poole, Sr. and her brother, Louie Poole, Jr. She leaves behind her husband, Fred Goodfellow; her sister Marilyn Carroll (Ray) of Jonesboro, AR her brother, Robert Poole (Patricia) of Marietta, GA; son, Mark Goodfellow, of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Jonathan, Joanna, and Alexis; son, Matthew Goodfellow (Rhonda), of West Memphis, AR; grandchildren, Hannah, Sophie, Grace, Taylor, and Cooper Edmonds; daughter, Jill Childers (Joe), of Little Rock, AR; grandchildren, Jacob, Clay, and Lucas Bozeman, Adam Childers, and Kaitlyn Childers Griffin.
The family would like to thank Crittenden Regional Home Health and Hospice and all of Donna's many friends for all their thoughts, prayers, and food.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Michael's Catholic Church, P.O. Box 899, West Memphis, AR 72303.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 28, 2012, from 5:30 till 8:00, with a Rosary beginning at 5:15 PM at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. A funeral mass will be held Monday, October 29, 2012, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, in West Memphis, AR. Beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow at Crittenden Memorial Park, Marion, AR.
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31 Condolence(s)
Peggy Frost
Friday, January 9, 2015
Goodfellow family so sorry to learn of Donna"s passing.I just yesterday heard.I loved Donna and we had fun I have many fond memories of her. We would shop and laugh,We know she is in a better place now with our Savior and her loved ones that met her there.I am sure Jack was happy to see her as he loved you all a lot.May God bless each of you, Peggy Frost
Joanna Goodfellow
Monday, June 30, 2014
I miss you and think of you everyday. It's so hard .... without you. I love you.
Shirley Weatherford
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Fred, your friends from the class of 59 all share in your loss. We all enjoyed being with you and Donna at the meetings for past reunions. Donna was such fun,
always finding things to share and laugh about. Personally, I appreciate the two of you sharing in the
50th anniversary reception for myself and Bill. It was
so good of you to take the time for us. Just know that you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.
Regina & Steve Pirani
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Dear Fred, Jill, Matthew & Mark:
As you know, Donna was a wonderful lady. She had such a joy-filled spirit, truly a gift from God. She was a beautiful woman and we are all very lucky to have known her. I'm sure the angels sang her all the way to heaven and she would have sang right along with them... We love you.
Regina & Steve
Bryan and Sylvia
Friday, November 2, 2012
Mr. Fred and Family, We are so very very shocked and saddend by Ms Donna's passing. She was such a wondeful person and so full of life. She so touched our lives and we are so very very sad for your loss. We feel so blessed to have known her and our lives will forever be enriched for it. We will truly miss her in Key West and the Bull will never be the same without her. Peace and Guidance be with you all during this very sad time. With Best Regards We Remain! Bryan and Sylvia McCallen
Barbara Padgett Newcomb
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Freddy, So sorry for your lost... Donna was a great person and will be missed by all. God bless , Barbara Newcomb
Cookie Baioni Anderson
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Fred, Mark, Matthew and Jill (and Donna's family): I am deeply saddened to hear of Donna's death. She was in my constant prayers since I heard of her illness. When I thought of Donna, the immediate picture that came to mind was that she was always smiling, laughing, and always looking beautiful. Growing up with you all, there are so many fond memories, including singing with her in the choir at St. Michael's (she always loved singing and had a beautiful voice) and babysitting for you. I pray for all of you during this difficult time - I know there is nothing I can say to ease the pain, and hopefully you can find comfort in all the wonderful beautiful memories you have of her. I loved the video tribute, it is evident she truly enjoyed life and loved her family. Love and hugs to you all.
Marcus Bozeman
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
I am so sorry.
Joyce (Parker) Rose
Monday, October 29, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Donna's death. I have such wonderful memories of times we shared in high school at school, Church, the Devil's Den, and Cy Perkins. Donna was always so much fun, and I can see from her obituary that she continued to be throughout her life. I know she was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
Paticia Baioni Baldi
Monday, October 29, 2012
Fred and Family, Thinking of and praying for you during this sad and difficult time. Donna was such a beautiful, wonderful lady.
Preston and Cindy Parker
Monday, October 29, 2012
Please know that your family is in our prayers at this difficult time.
Milton Morgan
Monday, October 29, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Mark Comes
Monday, October 29, 2012
A Sweet and Graceful lady. I will miss helping her with her garden, but am sure that Heaven is richer for having her home. My thoughts and prayers are with the family t this difficult time.
Mark
Shirley Rudd
Monday, October 29, 2012
I'm so sorry to read about the loss of Donna. I was in a bible study with her several years ago. She was a wonderful vivacious lady and will be missed by all who knew her.
LEE JONES
Monday, October 29, 2012
Fred, Mark, Mathew and Jill, I was saddened to hear of Donna's passing. She was a great lady and will be greatly missed by all who had the honor to know her.
Chris Shoemake
Monday, October 29, 2012
To the Goodfellow family,
I 've had Donna in my prayers since I knew she was sick. Each day as I drove by your home to and from work, I was reminded to pray for her and you all to have strength just for that day.
I can't say that I knew Donna very well, but I do recall the days when we all took our children to Safari in the summer and she and Candy would come together there and we would all visit as the children enjoyed the pool. She was always helpful to Candy with the music recitals and the refreshments afterward. Since my children took piano from Candy at that time, we enjoyed that time with her as well . A hello now and then at the grocery store while we waited in line to check out was always one of an uplifting conversation. There was a time she worked at Pappagallos in West Memphis and she was fun to help us as we shopped. She was gifted with combining clothing and accessories together that were the most attractive. She was a very friendly and gracious person in the community. She will be missed and I offer my sincere sympathy to each member of her family. She will live on as you all mimic and carry her many attributes of friendliness, a beautiful smile and a genuine concern for those around her in your lives. I have enjoyed the video that you as a family shared with the viewers. As the images depicted her life, she seemed to be just as colorful in life as her pretty clothing and her neatly coiffured hair
I pray God will bring pleasant memoriesand strength to each of you as you adjust to life without your Wife, your Mother and GrandMother, your Sister and your friend.
Sincerely,
Chris Shoemake
Melissa Baioni Hutton
Monday, October 29, 2012
Fred, Mark, Mathew and Jill, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with each of you.
Loretta (Prater) Higgins
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Freddy. words seem so inadequate to express my feelings in your time of loss and grief. You and Donna were such gracious hosts to open your home to the reunion committee as we worked on our class reunion. Those were fun times an fun days. You can take comfort in the knowledge that you and the children did so much to make her life rich and full. And the loving care you gave her during her illness must have greatly eased the that dreadful time for her. She loved people and every one loved her.
Walter Gunter
Sunday, October 28, 2012
We will miss you smile and laugh
Nell Grisham
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Fred, Mark, Matthew & Jill, Am saddened to read that Donna lost her battle here on earth,but knowing she will be a very welcomes angel in God's throne...She was one sweet lady, always with that beautiful smile...My older daughter, Phyllis Cash used to baby sit your boys and Jill when we all lived near the Poole Trailer Sales...I know you would know me Fred, should you see me, but that was long ago when our kids were so young..Phyllis was only 12; however since we lived only one block from you, my husband and I watched over the area..Your kids were in perfect hands as Phyllis was a sweet young lady..May your grief be light, as Donna would want you all to continue to live and be happy..She will definately be missed, even though it's been some time since I last saw her out..May God bless each and every one of you, grandkids included.....
Doug & Marie Golightly
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Aunt Donna was a wonderful and caring Angel on this Earth. She now has her Angel wings and is looking out for us. I did know her as well as I would have liked to but the memories of meeting at Grandma's house for the holidays and such will always be cherished.
Joan Labate
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Mark, Matthew and Jill,
My heart goes out to you and your families. I'll remember Donna for being an outstanding hostess and wonderful person.
She will be sure to be an asset in Heaven. God bless you all and take care of your father and each other.
Joan
bobby henry
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Fred and family i am so sorry for you loss.I remember when Donna and i danced for 24 hours like it was yesterday. Never thought we would make it be she would not let us stop. She was an amazing woman.
Joy Derrick Hall
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Fred and family, Jim and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. God bless you all.
Kelly Krout Henderson
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Dear Goodfellow family,
My heart is heavy for you today, Heaven gained an angel yesterday but you've lost your precious Mother. I always remember exactly where she sat at St. Michael's wearing her fur coat.
I am thinking of all of you and sending prayers during your time of sorrow.
Kelly
Tina Thrasher-Miller
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Jill, Matthew and Mark,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a sweet and classy lady. I'm glad that I had the opportunity to meet her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless
Patsy Leigh Posey
Saturday, October 27, 2012
zi am so sorry for your loss . I will miss her, she was such a lovely and sweet person. Myprayers go out to her family and friends. I will miss my sweet friend!
Shauna Blair Formentano
Friday, October 26, 2012
What a beautiful lady and wonderful mother!
Frank & Julia Jones
Friday, October 26, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Donna was such a beautiful Lady. She will surely be missed by all who knew her.
Leigh Barrett
Friday, October 26, 2012
Jill, Matthew and Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such an awesome lady.
Barbara Jett-Howe
Friday, October 26, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna listened to me & my problems on so many occasions. She was always so sweet to me. God has beautiful angel at his side.