Donnie was born to the late James D., Sr. and Lettie J. Marler. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, and his brother-in-law, Chris Odom.
Donnie is survived by his siblings, Letitia Odom, Michelle Painter, David Painter, and Christina (Carl) Carter; and many nieces and nephews.
Donnie loved the Tennessee Vols. He loved music and was an avid collector of all kinds of radios.
A visitation will be held from 4 to 8 PM on Monday, September 5, 2022, at Chattanooga Funeral Home - East Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, September 6, at the funeral home. An additional visitation will be held from 10 am – 12 PM on Tuesday, September 5, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, TN.