Pinkstaff, Donald Mayo Sr. (Don), age 87, of Fayetteville, TN, Huntsville, AL, and Nashville, TN passed away Monday afternoon, May 27, 2013, after a brief illness in Nashville. Don was born in Belleville, TN, and attended Central High School in Fayetteville. He was a general merchandise distributor and owner of Don M. Pinkstaff Wholesale Co. Additionally, he farmed in Lincoln County and was owner of Pinky’s Pony Farm. Through the pony rides he provided years of entertainment for local schools and at the Lincoln County Fair. After moving to Huntsville, he worked as a salesman for Hill Chevrolet and Woody Anderson Ford. He also worked at the US Army Missile Command as a security guard. Upon retirement he was a proud homeowner and an avid gardener. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Arville Mayo Pinkstaff and Ida Mai Broadway Pinkstaff; sisters, Frances McCune, Margaret Duckett, and brother, Kenneth R. Pinkstaff. He is survived by his children, Donna Beach (Bill) of Atlanta, GA, Jan Click (Larry) of Knoxville, TN, Amy Leonard (Mike) of Cumming, GA, and Don Pinkstaff (Cindy) of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Dr. Rachel Click Wilson (Davy) of Bristol, TN, Austin Pinkstaff (Tarrah) of Puyallup, Washington, Farrell Click of Dallas, TX, Will Gray Beach (Kate) of Apex, NC; great grandchildren, Reese Evelyn Wilson, Reese Andrew Pinkstaff; mother of his children, Kathryn Gray Hope of Atlanta, GA; sisters, Ruth White, Doris Jean Hamlin of Fayetteville, Mary Alice Morrow of Decatur, AL, and Patricia Edmondson of Fayetteville and a host of nieces, nephews and close friends. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM till 1:00 PM on Saturday followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00 PM at Higgins Funeral Home with Rev. Kirk Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Higgins Funeral Home, 213 East Market Street in Fayetteville, TN is assisting the Pinkstaff family.
Donald Mayo Pinkstaff Sr.
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#1 Comment By Diane Dyer Buchanan On May 29, 2013 @ 3:39 pm
Donna and Family,
I remember your father so well. We had so many good times at your house when I spent the night there. I am afraid we are all of an age where most of us have already lost at least one of our parents.
I sure remember all those cute ponies – maybe, he was partly responsible for my addiction to horses to this very day.
May God Bless and Comfort You – you are in our prayers.
#2 Comment By Susie Shewry Kutchi On May 29, 2013 @ 3:51 pm
Donna & family,
Sympathy and love to you all. I, like Diane, remember those slumber parties and pony rides. Don’t think I’ve been on a horse since, but remember the rides with pleasure. Keep those memories of your dad close to your heart.
Susie Shewry Kutchi
#3 Comment By Whit Smith On May 29, 2013 @ 4:19 pm
Donna,
We are never prepared fully when a loved one passes. God’s love and good memories heal the pain. I remember the pony rides for sure and you will always have a special place in my heart. Your Dad was a good man and was able to stay with us a long time. Both of my parents are gone and you just find another way to communicate with them.
With love,
Whit
#4 Comment By Heather Brown On May 29, 2013 @ 9:29 pm
I hated to hear the news of Uncle Donald’s passing. I have many fond memories of him from my childhood. I wanted to let everyonr know that I’m unable to attend services since but have everyone in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Heather Hamlin Brown
#5 Comment By Linda Holland On May 29, 2013 @ 9:55 pm
How many happy memories I and my family have of sharing good times with your family growing up. I think I wore out those ponies because I so enjoyed riding!
Take pleasure in all those memories now and know that your daddy is at peace.
I will be thinking of all of you.
#6 Comment By Jane Patrick Nix On May 29, 2013 @ 11:37 pm
Donna,
I held a special place in my heart for you and your family. How well I remember coming to your house, having pony rides and the birthday parties (because you and I had the same birthday). Your father made them so special for all of us. My heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. Both my parents died in 2008 just 4 months apart so I know how you are feeling now. Just remember that God is with you and keeping you in the palm of His hands – and He will take care of you. If there is anything I can do for you, I will. I’ll be thinking and praying for you daily for strength and peace for you and your family.
#7 Comment By Charles Van Currin On May 30, 2013 @ 2:06 am
Donna
Mary and I would like to convey our condolences to you and your family. I know how it feels to loose your parents. Both of mine have been gone for some time but the the memories last a lifetime. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Incidently Donna, I ran across my Senior Clas Play book, “The Curious Savage”, and had fond memories of all of us who were in the play.
Charles and Mary Currin
#8 Comment By Peggy G. Bevels On May 30, 2013 @ 2:42 pm
Sending my deepest sympathy to all the family. Mere words are so inadequate at a time such as this. May God help ease your pain with beautiful memories during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Peggy G. Bevels
#9 Comment By Betty Lou Maddox Dunivan On May 30, 2013 @ 6:14 pm
I’m very sad to read of the death of your Father. I can remember him and the rest of your family. Your Dad was a good man and he loved children. I remember him well. You had him many years and now he is home. God Bless!
#10 Comment By Ronnie and Eloise Hudgins On May 30, 2013 @ 7:46 pm
Pat and family, Pat so sorry to learn of your brother’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this dirricult time. Ronnie and Eloise