Donne Juinelle Loftiss (née McDonald)

July 11, 1926 - June 26, 2023

Donne Juinelle Loftiss, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her Washita County home on June 26, 2023, at the age of 96. She leaves behind a legacy of love, humor, and devotion to family.

Born as the second youngest of five children on July 11, 1926 to Thomas Cash and Carryee (Walker) McDonald, Donne's life exemplified the power and the significance of family. Her caring nature influenced all those who knew her, and her presence radiated warmth and kindness.

Donne married Frank Loftiss on April 20, 1947. They remained together for the next 76 years, raising two children, Jana Beth (born 12/27/1952) and Frank Jeffrey (born 5/31/1955).

Donne was an avid vegetable canner, quilt maker and gardener, and a legendary connoisseur of desserts. She kept dogs and cats and took in strays. When she was in high-school, she drove the school bus for Highway School, near Carter Oklahoma because all the men had gone to fight in World War II.

She is survived by her husband, Frank, her son Jeff, and her younger brother, Jim. She also leaves behind four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, with more on the way.

While we mourn her loss, we also celebrate the life she lived and the profound impact she had on all who knew her.

A funeral service to honor and celebrate Donne's life will be held July 8th at 10:30 AM at Dill City Church of Christ where she was a member.