Donna Jean Jones, age 93, lifelong resident of New Washington, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2026 at the Willows at Willard in Willard, Ohio. She was born in Chatfield, Ohio, on January 3, 1933, to the late George and Grace (Kibler) Ross. She married on February 27, 1954 to Richard Jones. Richard Passed on January 22, 2017.
Donna worked at Shelby Air Force Depot in Shelby, Ohio. Later, she worked and retired from C. E. White Company in the office at New Washington, Ohio. Donna was a lifelong member of the Nazareth Lutheran Church. Donna enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren, gardening, flowers and watching sports on TV. Donna belonged to the Red Hatters Club.
Donna is survived by daughter, Nancy (Tim) Meister of Bucyrus; son, Mark (Shirley) Jones of Chatfield; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Krystal (Ian) Mason, Cecelia and Maren Mason, Stacy (Curtis) Teters, Xavier Teters, Ross (Katy) Jones, and Daniel and Dustin Jones; a sister, Margaret Sand; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Richard D. Jones; a sister, Dorothy Kaple; two brothers-in-law, Donald Kaple and John Sand.
Visitation will be held at the Nazareth Lutheran Church in Chatfield, Ohio on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM where her funeral will be Friday at 11:00 AM with Pastor Kevin Mohr officiating. Burial will follow in the Nazareth Lutheran Cemetery in Chatfield. Memorial contributions can be made to the Nazareth Lutheran Cemetery or donors choice. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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Laura Penwell - Aug 2, 2026
Mark,Shirley and family…Sorry for your Loss💐
Gary and Cindy Richards - Aug 2, 2026
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother. We went to visit her and found out she had passed. Thankful we were able to visit with her at the Willows the last few years. Praying for you.
Dan and Sandy Swartzmiller - Aug 1, 2026
Mark and Shirley and entire family ..Our sympathy.
Steve - Aug 1, 2026
Donna was always so nice to me and our family. She and her husband lived next door to us. As a kid and later an adult that would return home on occasion she would always ask me about how I was doing, where I lived and about my family. I remember last time I saw her at her home, we had a good talk and I thanked her for being a mentor that made a difference. I remember Donna and Dick were my first house for everything the school had us selling, trick or treat and even when I sold pans that summer in college they bought one to help. Donna was like a mom and one of many mentors that helped me become an adult. My sincere condolences to her family.
John & Sherry Kintz and family - Jul 31, 2026
Sorry to hear of Donna's passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers for the family. We always thought a lot of Donna in friendship and our neighbor!!! Treasure all your memories of her as we will!
Marilyn Pargeon - Jul 30, 2026
Our sincere condolences to you & your family, Nancy, in the your loss of your mother. Marilyn & Laurie
Neal Kaple - Jul 30, 2026
Mark and Nancy , sorry to hear the lost aunt Donna Jean .I have alot memories with mom and her .Praying for all of you. Donna Jean with be miss .
Evelyn Phillips - Jul 30, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She always had a smile on her face! Prayers to the family.
Dave and Roberta Mathias - Jul 30, 2026
I'm sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I knew her when I worked for C.E. White. She always had a good sense of humor. My condolences to her family.
Lorna Ackerman - Jul 30, 2026
neighbors for many years , to all of her family please accept my sympathy, she was someone who shared kids, family and watching all of you grow up. love and prayers to all of you.
Karen Alt - Jul 30, 2026
Nancy and Mark, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I got to know her when we worked together at White's. She was always so nice and fun to be around. What a sweet lady. Keeping you and all who loved her in my prayers.
Beth E Hass - Jul 30, 2026
Mark& Nancy and All the Family, our Deepest Condolences on the Passing of your Mom. Rest in God’s Peace Donna🙏🏼
Karen Knauff Pairan - Jul 29, 2026
I was so sad to learn of Donna's death. I remember her a bit from when My dad was pastor at Nazareth and then later when our son, Tom was pastor there and also at St. John. Please accept my condolences.
Bettie and Gene Luidhardt - Jul 29, 2026
Our deepest sympathies at the passing of your mother. We have memories of her when Gene served Nazareth as pastor. May the Lord bring you peace.
Scott & Mary - Jul 29, 2026
Mark & Nancy so sorry to hear about your moms loss. She was such a great person to work with at White’s and miss seeing her and Dick around town. You have our sympathies.
