of Conway, AR
July 3, 1956 - June 30, 2020
Donna Sue Jones Thicksten 63 passed from this life on June 30, 2020, surrounded by loved ones in Little Rock Baptist Health Hospital.
She was born to Jerry and Sue Jones in Denver, Colorado July 3, 1956 and she lived in Conway, AR.
Donna was a long-time member and former president of Faulkner County Master Gardeners. She was a volleyball referee for many years and traveled state wide. She was a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children. Donna continued her education by attending University of Arkansas college level classes and also served as a substitute teacher for local schools. She adored traveling with her sister Patti Langwell Fellerman, as well as taking her grandniece Brinley Kay Hjelden to the movies. She also loved to knit and read.
She was preceded in death by her mother Sue Jones, and her brother Jerry Jones Jr..
She is survived by her father Jerry Jones of Booneville, her 3 sisters Patti Langwell Fellerman of Las Vegas, Debbie Love-Ulrich of Conway, Becky Jones of Vilonia, two sons, her aunts Betty Rankin and Lois Davis, as well as her many nieces, nephews, and most beloved pets.
The funeral service led by Johnny Lewis of New Life Church is scheduled for 10 am July 7 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home at 650 Central Landing Blvd. in Conway, AR with a subsequent burial at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren, AR. Visitation at Roller McNutt Funeral Home is scheduled for Monday, July 6 from 6-8 pm.
Pallbearers: Bryan Hjelden, Linden (Lin) Fellerman, Gary Rankin, Terry Rankin, Darrell Cox
Contributions can be made to Faulkner County Master Gardener, New Life Church in Conway, or the charity of your choice.
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10 Condolence(s)
Patti and Lin Fellerman
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Dear Donna: I have a gaping hole in my heart right now. We've traveled together, we've cried together, and we've argued together and through it all we remain bonded as sisters forever. We never stopped staying in touch, continuing to talk throughout the day, months, and years that seem to trample time, We talked about family, our dogs, about your Master Gardening skills and your beloved flowers, the latest cosmetics and fashions, and how much people thought we looked alike ... but none of that means anything as much as the love of family. You are in my heart forever as I am in yours.
With All My Love,
Patti
James Walden
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Donna you were always willing to officiated where needed. I always enjoyed working with you. You will be missed greatly but I know heaven is a better place now that you have arrived.
James Walden
Bettye Francis
Monday, July 6, 2020
Donna and I worked volleyball together for many years. Heart of the Rock, a group from Top of the Rock, also sang for Master Gardeners and we dearly loved it. She was so vibrant and full of life! I will miss her very much. I am so very sorry for your loss of this sweet lady!
Bettye Francis
Fallon Stump
Monday, July 6, 2020
Aunt Donna, I will miss you until I see you again when you greet me at Heaven's doors. I will never forget the memories we made back at your house in Bentonville. In your memory I will plant a rose garden the middle of my yard just like we did at the house in Bentonville. I still remember the Stars that we put on the ceiling when you first walk to the front door and I remember we called that room," Falfie's Moon Room." You left us suddenly and you will be missed so dearly, I love you Aunt Donna, tell Ommie and Uncle Jerry that we will all be together again, as a family, one day years to come. Until we meet again, farewell and I love you, Aunt Donna. 💔â¤ðŸ’”ðŸ˜ðŸ’œ
Ann thompson
Monday, July 6, 2020
I will miss you and all the volleyball matches we did too mate. Rest In Peace and prayers for the family.
Melanie Linton Barnett
Sunday, July 5, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss! I love all of you guys! You've all have a special place in my heart.
Wanda Crane
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Donna and I worked together many years ago at Transkrit, she was kind, considerate and lots of fun to be around My prayers are with her family, God bless each of you
Deborah Love-Ulrich
Sunday, July 5, 2020
I Love and miss you Donna my heart is broken. Remember when we were little I called you "Titter" cause I couldn't say sister. Well I Love You Titter and I know you are living an abundant life in Heaven. I will see you again and we can make all the peanut butter cookies we want but it won't have to be under the kitchen sink.Remember we got caught and I said "Titter did it" Lol so many memories I will hold to I Love You!!!! Love Your sister Debbie.
Thomas Ward, MD
Sunday, July 5, 2020
I miss you.
David Dooley
Sunday, July 5, 2020
My condolences for the family. Jesus promises He has made a place for us in heaven and He is expecting us all. Prayers for peace and understanding.