Donna Sue Lee's Obituary
Donna Sue Lee, born February 22, 1943, in Paris, Arkansas, passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones into the arms of her Heavenly Father on March 22, 2026.
Donna was a devoted homemaker and was married to the love of her life, Richard Lee, for 53 years. Her greatest joy was her family, and she cherished every moment spent with her daughters, grandchildren, great‑grandchildren, sisters, and her many nieces and nephews. Her little poodle, Maya, brought her endless comfort and joy.
Donna loved music of all kinds—from Elvis to Crystal Gayle—and in her younger years she loved to dance, even winning a couple of dance contests. Her Bible was always close at hand, and her strong, unwavering faith carried her through every season of life.
Donna is survived by her two daughters, Sheri Gordon and Christy Clark, sons in law, Erik Gordon and Lee Clark, Granddaughter, Janelle Cruz and husband Adrian Cruz, Granddaughter’s Laurie & Ashley Bean, Grandson, Chad Loera and wife Nathalie Loera, Grandson, Todd Miles and his partner Maggie, Grandson, Dylan Clark, Great-grandson’s Max & Matthew Cruz, Josiah & Richard Loera, Great-granddaughter’s Layla & Eliana Loera, Sister, Carolyn Griffin and Brother-in-Law, Jerry Griffin. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Elsie Bideler, her husband, Richard, three sisters, including Joyce Jones and Janet Friedrich, brother Dee Bideler, and niece, Lane’ke Johns. She will be remembered for her kindness, laughter, and the love she poured into everyone around her.
1 Peter 5:4 “And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away”
To my dear sister Donna, you were my guiding hand through every step of life, my constant cheerleader, and the one who never once told me ‘no.’ Your love wrapped around me like a warm embrace every single day. In just a few words, it’s impossible to capture how wonderful and amazing you truly were kind, generous, funny, and endlessly supportive. You made life brighter simply by being in it. I loved you more than words can say, and I will carry you with me always. Rest peacefully, my beautiful sister.
Love, Carolyn
Momma Donna, I love you more than words-you were everything to me. Save me a spot in heaven. Forever, I love you!!!
Your Daughter, Sheri
1 John 2:25 “And this is the promise that He has promised us-eternal life.”
Until we meet again Nana, we love you with all our hearts. Thank you for always calling to say I love you. ❤️
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