Donna J. Meeks

Donna J Meeks, 80, departed from this life on May 3rd, 2014 in Delaware, Ohio after a long battle with Chronic Obstruction Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She was born in Logan, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Roscoe and Ivy Epling, wife of the late Denver Meeks: Surviving are their children, Lisa Flannery (Rod), Saundra Smothers (Donald), Ron Meeks (Chris) and Diana Knox (David): along with Ten grandchildren, and Five great grandchildren: Sisters: Caron (Skip) Newell and the late LaVonne (Lloyd) Shaw: Brothers: Buddy Epling (Margaret), Ivan Epling (Gayle), Danny (Madeline),David, Her beloved and best friend Aunt Lovie: and a host of many relatives and friends. She founded D & D Cleaning, established in 1960 thru present: Lived her life to the fullest: enjoying her family, her faith and dear friends. Her lasting legacy of love, wisdom, and care of others will be shared to future generations to come. Special Thanks to Aunt Caron – We express our gratefulness to you. You are the source of our blessings for taking care of our Mother. The sacrifice that you gave will forever be remembered. Also, we would like to give a Special Thanks to Brian Smith and the wonderful staff of Ohio Health Hospice, all of you showed us such strength, compassion, and faith in getting thru this difficult time. May God bless each and every one of you for the work that you do. Mom’s spirit will live forever in our souls and hearts. Family will receive friends 4:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065 (West Olentangy Street/Powell Rd./750--1/4 mile east of Sawmill Parkway) where Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, May 7, 2014. Rev. Ivan Epling officiating. Family will receive friends 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 6, 2014. Burial Africa Cemetery. A memorial reception will be held at The Delaware Council for Older Adults, 800 Cheshire Rd., Delaware, Ohio 43015. Come celebrate her love for life! Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to MDA , 500 W. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington, OH 43085.

Donna J. Meeks

May 3, 2014