Donna Roark

Donna Walker Roark, age 71 of Shady Valley, TN, passed away on Friday morning, October 18, 2024 at her home. Donna was born on May 5, 1953 in Abingdon, VA to the late Elmer Walker and Lois McQueen Walker (June 24, 2024). In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her sister, Mabel Jackson and brothers, Doug Walker and David Walker.

Donna enjoyed riding motorcycles and loved to quilt and sew. She was quick-witted and could make anyone laugh. Those who knew her best knew of her love of flowers and making all kinds of crafting décor, which she did working as a florist for many years.

Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of 39 years, Doug Roark; sisters, Frances Booher and husband Harry, Helen Forrester and husband Jim; sister-in-law, Luzi Walker; brother-in-law, Jimmy Jackson; nieces, Anita Doss and husband Ernie, Brandi Peters and husband Ross; nephews, Jimmy Walker and wife Allison, Kevin Forrester and wife Meghan; grand nieces and nephews, Reanna Peters, Grayson Peters, Ethan Boone Forrester, Savannah Cox and husband Conner, Julianne Rhymer and husband Brandon, Allen Doss, Brandon Doss (Megan); one grandniece; Harper Amelia Cox; special family members Jeremy, Mary Jo, and Tasha Walsh.

A graveside service for Donna will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at McQueen Cemetery (everyone is asked to meet at the cemetery) with Phil Blevins officiating. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Walker, Kevin Forrester, Ernie Doss, Rusty Pennington, Jeremy Walsh, Larry Gentry and Ross Peters. Honorary pallbearers are Jack Blevins, Gary Widener, Lonnie Long, Greg Davis and Mike Treadway.

Family and friends may visit at the home 277 Winchester Rd., Shady Valley, TN 37688. 

The family of Donna Walker Roark has entrusted her services to Mountain City Funeral Home, 224 S. Church Street, Mountain City, Tennessee 37683.