Donna Jo Way

March 26, 2012

On March 24, 2012, Donna Jo Way, a devoted wife, nurturing mother and caring friend, with her family by her side, was called home by the Lord from her long battle with Cancer. She was a native of Century but currently resided in Navarre with her loving husband of 42 years and family.

She was preceded in death by father Carrie B. Burkett and maternal grandparents Henry G. and Lillie Belle Ray, all of Century.

She is survived by her husband and sole mate Joe Way; son Mark Way and wife Menda; daughters Donnese Way and fiancé Darcy Chaney, Susan Donyelle Hussain and husband Rashid all of Navarre; grandchildren Nathan Slade Crews, Parker Hayden Way, Preston Landon Way, and Aliyah Donyelle Hussain; her mother Mary Lois Burkett from Century; brothers Roger Burkett and wife Katie, Regi Burkett and wife Ann, and Todd Burkett, all of Century, Trent Burkett of Troy and wife Marjorie with children Collin and Brayden; nieces and nephews Mikey Burkett of Flomaton and wife Robbie Lynn and child Amber, Maunica Williams of Century and husband Will, Jeremy Grimes of Century and wife Monica and child Madalyn, Javis Grimes of Century and child Kendell, Casey Roach of Marianna, and husband Stephen with children Benjamin, Reagan, and Samuel, Ryan Burkett of Marianna, Chad Burkett of Brewton and wife Jacqueline and child Kinsley.

There will be visitation at Lewis Funeral Home in Navarre, Florida, at 7794 Navarre Parkway, Navarre, Florida, on Monday, March 26th, from 5 until 7 pm. She will be laid to rest with a Graveside service to be held on Tuesday, March 27th at Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church Cemetery located at 2341 Highway 4A, Century at 2 p.m.

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2 Responses to “Donna Jo Way”

  1. Trudie (Gilmore) Johnson on April 4th, 2012 12:49 pm

    Joe, Reggie, Roger, and all family members,
    So sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. I remember her well from school and she was always a very sweet person. She had a beautiful smile that I’ll always remember, although I had not seen her in years. I’m sorry that I just now learned of this and did not get to attend any of the services to honor her memory. But it’s good to know I will be able to see her in Heaven one day. May God comfort you as only He can.
    Trudie (Gilmore) Johnson

  2. Willene Bryan on March 29th, 2012 7:27 am

    Donna Jo was a very sweet person. So sorry for the family’s lost. But we all know she is with her Heavenly Father.