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“Donya, You were an amazing and great mother to your three kids, Brianna Palmer Danielle Palmer, and Bret Palmer. They loved you so very much and...Read More »
1 of 76 | Posted by: Tiffany - Rowlett, TX

“Donya, I was missing you tonight and went to send you a note. This is the first I had heard this incredibly sad news and I can't stop crying. ...Read More »
2 of 76 | Posted by: Dana Shipp Walter - jacksonville, FL

“My Precious Donya, It has been almost two months now and I still can't get you out of my mind. I can still see that beautiful smile and hear you...Read More »
3 of 76 | Posted by: Brad Mize - Mesquite, TX

“I live in Austin and have just recently heard this terrible news. I am so heartbroken. Donya was such a fun and happy person. ”
4 of 76 | Posted by: Kim Johnston Coogan - Austin, TX

“Donya: Thinking about you tonight. Thank you for being so kind to me when we were younger, during a difficult period of my life. I'm so glad we...Read More »
5 of 76 | Posted by: Donna Wilkins - Richardson, TX

“Bret Our hearts grieve for you and your family. I didnt know Donya was your mom. If I had of known Jeff and I would of been at the funeral. You...Read More »
6 of 76 | Posted by: lisa weaver - sachse, TX

“Donya I will miss hanging with you and Danielle at special events or just get togeathers. You are one crazy women and I will miss you. ”
7 of 76 | Posted by: Shayne Payne - TX - Friend

“Donya, I miss your hugs, your smile, your laughter and just knowing that you were here every day. Wrap your arms around those babies and let them...Read More »
8 of 76 | Posted by: Melissa Sanders - Royse City, TX

“Donya was always there for my sister and I. If we ever needed anything, she would always tell us we could go to her. I remeber one day she asked my...Read More »
9 of 76 | Posted by: Taylor Haney - Garland, TX

“MAY GOD BLESS YOU,AND KEEP YOU; AND MAKE HIS FACE TO SHINE ON AND GIVE YOU PEACE. TO THE FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU! ”
10 of 76 | Posted by: ELLEN WELCH - FORTH WORTH, TX

“Praying that the Holy Spirit will comfort the family...In Jesus Name. Amen. ”
11 of 76 | Posted by: The Flowers Family - Athens, TX

“Donya, what an angel she was. The girl with the million dollar smile. Thanks for the good times in high school. May you rest in peace. God be with...Read More »
12 of 76 | Posted by: LJ Thomas - Springfield, MO

“Donya touched the lives of many people, which is evident in the kind words of her friends. She made her part of the world a brighter place and will...Read More »
13 of 76 | Posted by: Paul Burch - Edmond, OK

“To the families, May God bring you peace over the months and may you feel his love through those that will be there to encourage you in the hours,...Read More »
14 of 76 | Posted by: Carrie Bell - McKinney, TX

“We will ALWAYS remember you, Donya. Your bright smile and beautiful spirit will live on in our hearts and memories. Thank you for sharing a part of...Read More »
15 of 76 | Posted by: Staci Main - Rowlett, TX

“I loved Donya! Her smile was always present! She made you think you were the most important person in the room every time she saw you. She also...Read More »
16 of 76 | Posted by: Terri Chaffin - Marshall, TX

“My deepest condolences for the Davis family. My heart aches and my prayers are with you in your time of loss. Donya was a very special woman who...Read More »
17 of 76 | Posted by: Vanessa Duncan - Friend

“No words can express my sorrow for your loss. Donya was a bright spot in any day, and it was always obvious how much she loved her children, and all...Read More »
18 of 76 | Posted by: Donna Anderson - Co-worker

“sorry for your familys lost but you all are in my thoughts an prayers...im praying for your family an friends... ”
19 of 76 | Posted by: vicky taft - Glen Burnie, MD

“Wish I could attend the services today but I cannot. I hope that it gives Donyas kids comfort by seeing all the peoples lives that their mom has...Read More »
20 of 76 | Posted by: Patty Johnson - Royse City, TX

“Donya, I will miss your big smile and your big beautiful laugh! Your family is and will be in my prayers. God Bless!!! "...Fear not for I am...Read More »
21 of 76 | Posted by: CHARMAINE WYATT - dallas, TX

“Donya- Your beauty and spirit will be missed by all. Thank you so much for being one of the sweetest people that I have ever had the opportunity...Read More »
22 of 76 | Posted by: Kim Wayne-Segale - Mesquite, TX

“My heart goes out to the Davis Family, Donya's Children, Sister and Friends. Sincerely, Peggy S. ”
23 of 76 | Posted by: Peggy (Sinkule) Simants - Wylie, TX

“My deepest condolences for the Davis family. My heart aches and my prayers are with you in your time of loss. I did not know Donya well, but she...Read More »
24 of 76 | Posted by: Josh Dragseth - Plano, TX

“Donya, you will be truly missed. We spent many football games together with Rhonda. You always cheering on the boys! Your love that you carried...Read More »
25 of 76 | Posted by: Lesli Hust - Garland, TX - friend

“I didn't know when my son became friends with Brett that Donya was his mother. For some reason it never came up. When another friend told me what...Read More »
26 of 76 | Posted by: Lori Everett - Garland, TX

“I don't even have the words to convey the deep loss and grief I have for my dear friend, bff, bestie. To know I will never hear her say "I love you...Read More »
27 of 76 | Posted by: Rhona Hunter - Garland, TX

“I remember Donya from highschool. She was such a bright and bubbly girl. We have not kept in touch over the years, but I did have a lot of fun with...Read More »
28 of 76 | Posted by: Kris Manajek Pennington - Akron, CO

“My dearest Donya~ The worls lost a beautiful, high-spirited, lady this week and it has left so many of us with broken hearts... I know that in due...Read More »
29 of 76 | Posted by: Melissa Hope - Carrollton, TX

“Donya, we may have never met in person, but reading your messages online to us meant a great deal to me and so many others. I will miss your posts...Read More »
30 of 76 | Posted by: Ray Medrano - Corpus Christi, TX

“From my Family to your's we wish you Love, Grace and Hope during this time. The Heavens are Brighter Today as they Accept your Loved ones into there...Read More »
31 of 76 | Posted by: michael kelley - Baltimore, MD

“May God Bless Donya & Her Parent's as God Welcomes them into his Kingdom . May the Love and Support of Family & Friends comfort her Children and...Read More »
32 of 76 | Posted by: michael kelley - Baltimore, MD

“Forever in our thoughts because of your love and kindness to all ”
33 of 76 | Posted by: Ray Pattison Manchester England

“Donya, My dear gal pal, I can just imagine the smile on your face as you walk along, while singing heaven's most beautiful songs or singing the songs...Read More »
34 of 76 | Posted by: Cath. Marshall - Friend

“The light that shown so brightly in Donya will shine for ever in all the people she touched and will continue to shine for all eternity. ”
35 of 76 | Posted by: Tammy Conway-Horton - Wylie, TX

“Donya,It is so evident you were a person to love,family and friends,and they have returned in kind.I wish I had known you better,but from what I see...Read More »
36 of 76 | Posted by: Dennis Lee - Conroe, TX - Friend

“WE will so miss your beautiful and infectious smile. ”
37 of 76 | Posted by: shelly montana covington - TX

“I will never forget you ”
38 of 76 | Posted by: Ang - Universal City, TX

“Rest in peace dear friend. My warmest thoughts and condolences to your friends and family. ”
39 of 76 | Posted by: Geir Olaisen - Oslo Norway

“I can't even begin to say how I feel right now - u touched my life and I am a better person having known you. I will not say goodbye - I love ya my...Read More »
40 of 76 | Posted by: Angela Johnson - Universal City, TX

“You will forever be missed.....but NEVER forgotten...... The Lord has his arms wrapped around your family to help them cope with the loss.... R...Read More »
41 of 76 | Posted by: Bryon and Kimberly White - KS

“I saw a bright shooting star last night and knew it was you Donya. A tear rolled down my cheek as it soared on its journey, and I waved as it passed...Read More »
42 of 76 | Posted by: Charm Sells

“Rest in Peace Momma D. I will never forget how you were there for me when my own mom wasn't. I will never forget the advice you've given me over the...Read More »
43 of 76 | Posted by: Jennifer Joyce - sachse, TX

“God Bless you,Donya ”
44 of 76 | Posted by: ginger fultz - Mesquite, TX

“Forever is a place found deep within our hearts where those we've loved and lost live on in happy memories. Deepest sympathy for your tremendous...Read More »
45 of 76 | Posted by: Kathy Gallina - Carrollton, TX

“I will never forget you .I promise ^^ ”
46 of 76 | Posted by: Anastasia Bywater - MANCHESTER

“Rest in peace in the arms of God. We will be with you each and every one some day. ”
47 of 76 | Posted by: Christopher M. Scott - KS

“I love you to the moon sweet Donya! You were like a sister. Until we meet again.... ”
48 of 76 | Posted by: Phillip Castle - Mesquite, TX

“Me and Donya meet through Stone's Mafia we worked together to make our group grow and we did just that with hard work and friendship ,she was full of...Read More »
49 of 76 | Posted by: Tabatha Mcdaniel - Elkins, WV

“Death leaves a heartache No one can heal; Love leaves a memory No one can steal. There are times when words just seem so small. I'm heartbroken...Read More »
50 of 76 | Posted by: Claudia (Pauli) - Germany

“If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane we would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken no...Read More »
51 of 76 | Posted by: Marc Oliver - Flensburg

“I remember the lively, fun-loving, bubbly Donya from our Chi Delta days. She is now lighting up Heaven with her smile. ”
52 of 76 | Posted by: Alaina Ray - Jacksonville, FL

“Rest in Peace Donya...Our condolences to the family we have all of you in our thoughts and prayers..God Bless ”
53 of 76 | Posted by: Maria Freeman - Sachse, TX

“I have already signed the guestbook and was going to put the following under 'Share a Memory' but it wouldn't let me :-/ ...so I signed it again,...Read More »
54 of 76 | Posted by: Renee Lumpkins - friend

“I am so sorry for your loss. I'm not even sure what to say, for there are no words that can even be said for this tragedy. The world is going to...Read More »
55 of 76 | Posted by: Renee Lumpkins - friend

“You are now in God's loving hands..May you rest in peace and grace in the loving hands of God! ”
56 of 76 | Posted by: Queenie Kelly - OR

“I never meet Donya in person, how ever she touch my heart for the fist time we chat in fb, we play the same game MAFIA WARS and our friendship grow...Read More »
57 of 76 | Posted by: Janice Bond (LA LOCA) - PA

“I have been a friend of Donya's since elementary school. Since the first time I met her, I was in awe of her poise, strength and kindness. Though...Read More »
58 of 76 | Posted by: Cindy Anderson Peterson - Plano, TX

“I was lucky enough to be "suite mates" with Donya and MaryLynn Clark in college. Donya was so sweet and friendly and so full of life. Her smile...Read More »
59 of 76 | Posted by: Kathi Osmundsen Skinner - TX

“you have made a big difference to everyone, whether in real life or online. my grand mother would say another angel has been giving her wings to...Read More »
60 of 76 | Posted by: Thomas Partin - Sherman Oaks, CA

“My love and prayers to you all in your time of grief. Donya... my Texsis, I will NEVER FORGET, I will always LOVE, and I am gonna MISS you more...Read More »
61 of 76 | Posted by: Kim Bubbins - Online Sister

“my condolences to Donya's family stay strong ”
62 of 76 | Posted by: Paticia Reed Wood - Lancaster, PA

“PART 1 Donya was a special friend to me, very near and dear to my heart. There are no words that can come even close to expressing how much my...Read More »
63 of 76 | Posted by: Mary Lynn Clark

“PART 2 Dayna and I also thoroughly mortified Donya on that trip by each wearing a single black glove wrapped with a bright colored ribbon around...Read More »
64 of 76 | Posted by: Mary Lynn Clark - TX

“PART 3 We picked right back up where we had left off as if no time had passed. But now, we had even more to talk about -- discussions about our...Read More »
65 of 76 | Posted by: Mary Lynn Clark - TX

“PART 4 The last few years, we've emailed here and there but have not taken the time to get together like we used to. I so regret that now!!! I...Read More »
66 of 76 | Posted by: Mary Lynn Clark - TX

“I only knew you a short while, mainly through Facebook. We met a couple years ago. You stood by my side and helped me to build a legacy called Stone...Read More »
67 of 76 | Posted by: Steve Slough - Waco, TX - friend

“My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends. Donya was a great friend. She was always there for everybody. She was loved by so...Read More »
68 of 76 | Posted by: Sally - IL

“Rest in Peace Donya, You will forever be in my heart and thoughts. Never have i talked with a more loving and kind person. You will be missed by many...Read More »
69 of 76 | Posted by: Mark Spliedt - Baltimore, MD

“Words can never describe how deeply you will be missed ”
70 of 76 | Posted by: David Hiner - West Augusta, VA

“So Long For Now by Max Whittaker You look so peaceful lying there With your hands folded upon your chest. You look like you are sleeping ...Read More »
71 of 76 | Posted by: max whittaker - little rock, AR

“My heart and Prayer go out to Donya's children, family and friends. She was taken too soon but God has a plan for her. R.I.P Donya you will be...Read More »
72 of 76 | Posted by: Stephanie Moses - Friend

“Thoughts and prayers to your family. Donya is so very special to us, she loved us unconditionally as we love her. God has a beautiful angel to...Read More »
73 of 76 | Posted by: Don & Angie Connors - MO

“My heart and Prayers go out to your Family. Donya you are so loved and missed by your MW Family, its just not going to be the same without you. What...Read More »
74 of 76 | Posted by: Carol Trakas - Columbia, SC

“We will always remember Donya ,Maryjane and the family....Love you all.. ”
75 of 76 | Posted by: Donna & Ernie Lancaster - Frisco, TX

“I send my deepest condolences. Psalm 55:22 ”
76 of 76 | Posted by: Amy Sharpe


PALMER, DONYA CHAMEA DAVIS Ray and Mary Davis
Raymond Leon Davis and Mary Jane Davis of Dallas, Texas, entered eternal rest with their Lord and Savior on January 26, 2012. Ray was born in Rockwall, Texas, on August 4, 1942. He was retired from Sherwin Williams. Mary was born in San Antonio, Texas, on November 20, 1944. She was retired from the office of Dr. John E. Eisenlohr. Ray was preceded in death by his father Edgar Dial and best friend Gary Dubrul. Mary was preceded in death by her parents Milam Leavell and Bess Tugwell Leavell. Ray and Mary are both survived by daughters Dayna Davis Castle and husband David, Christi Schmidt and husband Brian, Kelley Davis and son Ray Davis; grandchildren Brittany Castle, Brianna Palmer, Brandon Castle, Danielle Palmer, Bret Palmer, Nathan Morgan, Emerson Schmidt, and Jaiden Dennehy. Ray is also survived by his mother Lillie Mae Dial; brother Rodney Davis and sister Donna Jean Dial. Mary is also survived by her brother Jim Leavell. Funeral arrangements will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, January 30, 2012, at The Heights Baptist Church, 201 West Renner Road, Richardson, Texas.

Donya Palmer
Donya Chamea Davis Palmer of Sachse, Texas, entered eternal rest with her Lord and Savior on January 26, 2012. Donya was born in New Jersey on January 16, 1964. She worked for American Gypsum. Donya is survived by her children Brianna, Danielle and Bret. She is also survived by her sisters Dayna Davis Castle and her husband David, Christi Schmidt and her husband Brian, Kelley Davis and brother Ray Davis. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, January 30, 2012, at The Heights Baptist Church, 201 West Renner Road, Richardson, Texas.