Donna Carol (Adams) Douglas, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and dedicated great-grandmother, Donna lived a life defined by her unwavering faith in God, her unconditional love for her family, and her kindness toward others.
Born November 25, 1943, Donna was a woman of strong Baptist faith and a member of Bible Baptist Church in Portage, Indiana. Her faith remained a guiding force throughout her life, providing strength, comfort, and peace through life’s many blessings and challenges.
Donna was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, Richard Douglas, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, family, and cherished memories. She was a dedicated mother who consistently placed the needs and happiness of her family above her own. Her greatest joy came from being surrounded by those she loved, and she took tremendous pride in the lives and accomplishments of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Donna spent her later years in Simpsonville, South Carolina, living with her son, Richard Allen Douglas, and wife, Elizabeth Douglas, who lovingly served as her caregiver. Their home provided her with comfort, companionship, and the warmth of family.
She is survived by her son, Richard Allen Douglas, and his wife, Elizabeth Douglas, of Simpsonville, South Carolina; and her daughter, Deanna Broyles, and her husband, Mike Broyles, of Crestwood, Kentucky.
Donna was a proud and loving grandmother to Aleda Breann Baker and her husband, Mikey Baker, of La Grange, Kentucky; Hannah Ray Douglas of Richmond, Virginia; and Amanda Jones and her husband, Daniel Jones, also of La Grange, Kentucky.
She was also a dedicated and loving great-grandmother to Khloie Baker, Mattilyn Baker, Landyn Jones, and Carter Jones, all of La Grange, Kentucky. Her great-grandchildren brought her immeasurable happiness, and she treasured every opportunity to share in their lives.
Donna’s love extended beyond family relationships defined by birth. She embraced Alex Lute and Joanna Lute Hoover as her own children, holding a special place for them in her heart and family. Her capacity to love and care for others was one of the many qualities that made her so special.
Donna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Douglas; her parents, Earl and Hannah Adams of Jellico, Tennessee; her sisters, Lena Adams Petrey and Marjorie Adams Chambers; and her cherished grandson, Douglas Richard Lay. The loss of her grandson held a particularly special place in her heart, and her family finds comfort in knowing they are reunited in eternal peace.
Donna will be remembered for her gentle spirit, steadfast faith, unconditional love, and lifelong dedication to her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, compassion, and cherished memories that will continue through the generations of her family. Her presence was a source of comfort and stability, and her memory will forever be treasured by those fortunate enough to have known and loved her.
The family will receive private callers Saturday, November 14, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Public visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., at Harp Funeral Home Chapel, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m.
Burial will immediately follow at Douglas cemetery, in the Wooldridge Community, where Donna will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband and near her cherished grandson.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Donna’s memory, helping support families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and advancing the search for a cure.
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:21
Donna’s life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and her love will remain in the hearts of her family forever.
Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.
