Donna Lea Vittitow

September 10, 2022 was the date a lovely light was extinguished by the death of Donna Lea Wilkinson Davis Vittitow. The end of the life for some people leaves only family members to mourn, but this is not the case of our Mother, sister and friend. Donna's life was similar to pebble being cast into water. The created rings of her life were full of many opportunities she had taken to meet and share her talents and charm with others.

Donna was born December 31,1941 in Warren, Arkansas to Ralph and Margaret Wilkinson just before midnight leading her twin brother, Donald Webb Wilkinson's entrance minutes later on January 1, 1942.

The characteristics of her leading birth was evident all through her life. Donna shared her charm and love-of-life with everyone she met. She loved people, old, young and the very young. Donna had the ability to tap into their hearts with her beautiful smile and caring heart. She captivated many friends beginning at an early age and as a result was awarded many honors such as being chosen Warren's Homecoming Queen in 1960.

College at Henderson State Teachers college was where her artistic talents blossomed. Donna was a painter, wonderful seamstress and cook extraordinaire and later became a noted interior decorator working with Tom Chandler. She shared her knowledge and talents with everyone she met.

Her knack complimenting the strengths and abilities of others with her own gave her a large following of true friends. Donna had the heart of a volunteer. Many hours were spent preparing some of her extra special dishes for church events. Donna was always available to help people with a smile and a helping hand.

Donna is survived by her beloved children, daughter Lori Lea Davis Ward (Andy), a son Donald Hunter Davis (Emily), her adored grandchildren AJ Ward, Tyler Ward and Harper Lea Davis. Her twin Donald Webb Wilkinson (Betty), and sister Linda Ruth Wilkinson Byrd (Don). Two nieces LeAnne Byrd Colvin and Leslie Wilkinson Rosales (Lucas) and nephew Jonathan David Byrd (Mandie) and great nieces Hanna Jane Colvin, Sadie Breland, Annabelle Byrd, Emilee & Madeline Byrd.

Additional family includes Sam Vittitow and his children Sammye Erisman (Scott) and their children McKenzie, Caroline, and Kyndall Cummins (Caleb) and their son Beckham. Terry Vittitow (Shannon) and their children Sam, Payton, Taylor and Will. Jay Vittitow (De De) and their children Joanna and Tony.

A celebration of her most enjoyable life will be held at St Luke’s Episcopal Church at 228 Spring Street in Hot Springs, Arkansas on Wednesday, September 14th at 10:00 am.

Her worldly body will be cremated, but her joyful spirit will be celebrated by her family and many friends forever. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St Luke’s Outreach Program which was her favorite charity https://www.stlukeshs.org/give