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Donna Kay Luna Pepper

Funeral service for Mrs. Donna Kay Luna Pepper, age 54, of Fayetteville, TN , will be conducted at 11 AM on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Hale, Bro. David Sain, and Dr. Ricky McCauley officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 9 AM until 11 AM on Saturday at Higgins Funeral Home.

Mrs. Pepper was born on July 27, 1964 in Lincoln County, TN to Linda Stevenson Smith and the late Tommy Lee Luna. She worked as a branch manager at Colonial Bank and in the payroll department at Goodman Manufacturing. She was a member of Plainview Church of Christ. She enjoyed cooking for others and sending holiday and birthday cards to family and friends. Each day of her life she walked with and lived her life for the Lord. Mrs. Pepper passed away on February 13, 2019.

Survivors include her husband, Marty Pepper; mother, Linda (Billy) Smith; daughters, Marlayna Pepper (Aaron Dotson) and Kayla Pepper (Matt) Camp all of Fayetteville, TN; brother, David Luna of Fayetteville, TN; step-brother, Terry (Emily) Smith of Lewisburg, TN; step-sister, Sherry (Mike) Randles of Lewisburg, TN; nephews, Tim Luna, Will Smith, Aiden Hurt, and Ben Randles; and her dog, Boomer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart Association, 10 Glenlake Pkwy NE South Tower, Ste 400, Atlanta, GA 30328 or Plainview Church of Christ Mission Fund, PO Box 400, Hazel Green, AL 35750. The family has requested no flowers. Higgins is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Donna Kay Luna Pepper.

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#1 Comment By Cindy Mitchell Mingle On February 14, 2019 @ 7:13 pm

Marty and Family, I am so heart broken over the news of Donna. Your family will be in my prayers. May God grant you peace and comfort.

#2 Comment By Jimmy and Diane Buchanan On February 14, 2019 @ 7:29 pm

Marty,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Donna was such a kind, beautiful and loving woman. I remember her sweet words of compassion the last time we saw you both. Our prayers are with you and the family.

#3 Comment By Sheilah Kerley On February 14, 2019 @ 7:29 pm

I am so very sad to hear of Donna’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers..

#4 Comment By Mickie Bigham On February 14, 2019 @ 7:30 pm

Marty and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know you’re in our prayers.
In Christ’s love,
Tom and Mickie Bigham

#5 Comment By Carolyn Stevenson Carver On February 14, 2019 @ 7:34 pm

I simply have no words to express my sorrow. Donna will be missed terribly every day. Thankful she was a faithful Christian. Love you all.

#6 Comment By JANET and Bob Lindsay On February 14, 2019 @ 7:34 pm

Marty and girls

Donna was such a very sweet girl. Always with a smile. You have our prayers and sympathy.

#7 Comment By Bill and Judy Daniels On February 14, 2019 @ 7:50 pm

So sorry Marty and girls for your loss Donna was such a lovable person and so kind Prayers for you all

#8 Comment By Bill and Pam (Hopkins) Melvin On February 14, 2019 @ 7:51 pm

Marty and Family,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Donna was such a special person. Your family will be in our prayers.

#9 Comment By Kim Halcomb Cowart On February 14, 2019 @ 7:54 pm

I am saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. I went to school with her and she was such a sweet and kind person to all. I pray that God will comfort each of you during this sad time.

#10 Comment By Tammy Bigham Dean On February 14, 2019 @ 8:11 pm

I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. Praying for peace & comfort for you all!

#11 Comment By Debbie Morris On February 14, 2019 @ 8:12 pm

So sorry to hear this. Praying for all the family.

#12 Comment By Lorry (Lori) Ann Hill Anderton On February 14, 2019 @ 8:27 pm

It breaks my heart to hear of the passing of Donna. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family. She was always such a sweet person from the time she was little until now… I always enjoyed catching up with her on facebook.. My the Lord guide and comfort you during this time of sorrow.

#13 Comment By Melissa Vickery On February 14, 2019 @ 8:39 pm

Marty and family,
My heart is breaking for you over the sudden tragic loss of Donna. May God bless you with strength, comfort and peace in the difficult days ahead. We have comfort in knowing she was a faithful child of God. May God bless you all!!

#14 Comment By Tangie warren On February 14, 2019 @ 8:40 pm

Prayers for all of you she was a blessing to anyone who knew her.

#15 Comment By Patricia Meeks carter On February 14, 2019 @ 9:03 pm

Marty I’m sorry for ur loss I no u and ur family will miss her my prayers are with u and family

#16 Comment By DeLois O’Neal Thompson On February 14, 2019 @ 9:09 pm

Mrs. Linda and family,
I’m am so very sorry to learn of Donna’s passing. She was a sweet person. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you as you go through this difficult time.
DeLois O’Neal Thompson

#17 Comment By Dennis and Marie Caldwell On February 14, 2019 @ 9:27 pm

Marty,
There are no words of comfort at a time like this. The Lord called Donna home and many, many hearts are broken. She was such a sweet caring lady always smiling. Prayers for you and your family.

#18 Comment By Donna S Casey On February 14, 2019 @ 9:43 pm

This sad news breaks my heart. Donna was such a precious person and she will be missed by so many. Marty, Kayla, and Marlayna , may all your precious memories of Donna help you to find comfort and strength as you lay your sweet wife and mother to rest. May God’s richest blessing be felt among each of you.

#19 Comment By Dawn Hester Horton On February 14, 2019 @ 9:50 pm

Marty,
Just heard this news. So very sorry for your sudden loss! I will be praying for you and your family!

#20 Comment By Sherry Carter On February 14, 2019 @ 9:56 pm

Marty and family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers.

#21 Comment By Anne Beddingfield On February 14, 2019 @ 10:05 pm

Donna introduced me to a beautiful song, I Serve A Savior. I will always remember her when I hear it. She’s was a beautiful lady. May she rest in peace. Prayers for sweet Marty and all her most precious family. My heart is broken for you.

#22 Comment By Tina Gresham Nutt On February 14, 2019 @ 10:05 pm

Marty,
I’m so sad to hear about your loss! I will keep you and your family it prayers!

#23 Comment By Phillip and Diane Spray Knowles On February 14, 2019 @ 10:14 pm

Marty and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Donna. She was such a good person that my family has known from the time she was born. My heart just hurts. Every time I would see her out, she always asked me about my family. She will be missed so much. May God comfort you all in this time and in times to come. Heaven just got a precious Angel.

#24 Comment By Ashley Hoots and Family On February 14, 2019 @ 10:32 pm

Marty, Marlayna,, Kayla, and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Donna was an amazing person with such a kind heart. She was a blessing to everyone she met.

#25 Comment By Gerald and Wanda Scott On February 14, 2019 @ 11:00 pm

God Bless the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come!! She was a Beautiful Lady inside and out!!

#26 Comment By Mattie Jane and Jerry mcpherson On February 14, 2019 @ 11:09 pm

Sorry to hear of your loss.
She will be miss

#27 Comment By Karen Gilliam On February 14, 2019 @ 11:21 pm

My sincere condolences for your loss. My heart aches for all of you

#28 Comment By Barbara and Larry Erwin On February 14, 2019 @ 11:28 pm

Linda, Larry and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. We did not know Donna, but no doubt she was was a wonderful person and leaves a hole In Your hearts. Sending prayers.

#29 Comment By Dorinda Wilson On February 15, 2019 @ 12:06 am

I am so sorry for your loss. May God put his arms around the family.

#30 Comment By Amy Clark On February 15, 2019 @ 12:08 am

Marty, I am so sorry to hear this news. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

#31 Comment By Tommy & Becky Sisk On February 15, 2019 @ 12:29 am

Marty & Girls,
So sad to hear about your sudden and very great loss. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and comfort you as only He can.

#32 Comment By Holly Radway On February 15, 2019 @ 12:44 am

I am so sorry for your loss. I love all of you!

#33 Comment By Sharron and Rodney Dotson On February 15, 2019 @ 12:47 am

Although my husband or myself had ever met Mrs. Pepper, we are so very sorry and words could never express the deep sympathy we feel for Marlayna and Family our Prayers are with you.

#34 Comment By Pamela Cartwright On February 15, 2019 @ 12:55 am

She sweet Christian lady.She will be missed. I know that Marty and the girls will miss her. I will be praying for you and your family.Love you all.

#35 Comment By Shirley Stackenwalt On February 15, 2019 @ 12:55 am

Marty , I am so sorry to just hear tonight of Donna passing. She was a wonderful and sweet lady . I met Donna through Premier Designs Jewelry and I just loved her . She was such a great lady . My prayers are with you and your family ?

#36 Comment By Dail Tallman On February 15, 2019 @ 1:31 am

Marty and girls, Greg and I are praying for you and want you to know that we love you dearly and wish for you the comfort that only God can give. Donna was sooo sweet and beautiful and will be missed by many, many people. Hugs and kisses to you, Cuz!! Love, Greg, Dail and family

#37 Comment By Telisa Logan On February 15, 2019 @ 2:21 am

Marty Kayla & Marlayna I’m so sorry about Donna she was such a sweetheart and fun to be around always enjoyed talks with her. She isn’t in any more pain and heaven definitely gained an Angel. I’m sorry I won’t be able to make visitation just got diagnosed with the flu. You are all in my thoughts & Prayers! Telisa Logan

#38 Comment By Telisa Logan On February 15, 2019 @ 2:21 am

Marty Kayla & Marlayna I’m so sorry about Donna she was such a sweetheart and fun to be around always enjoyed talks with her. She isn’t in any more pain and heaven definitely gained an Angel. I’m sorry I won’t be able to make visitation just got diagnosed with the flu. You are all in my thoughts & Prayers!

#39 Comment By Teri Vanston On February 15, 2019 @ 3:04 am

I am so deeply sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. She was so kind always putting other before herself. Her family was everything to her. I will be praying for comfort.

#40 Comment By Kathy Smith On February 15, 2019 @ 3:26 am

Wonderful person have committed in private but forgot to let you know I’m unable to attend in nursing rehabilitation right now thoughts and prayers

#41 Comment By Abby Hawkins Underwood On February 15, 2019 @ 4:31 am

Dear Marty, Kayla and Marlayna, I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Donna was a longtime friend since early childhood and she is gone from us way too soon! I pray for your peace and comfort in her absence until you meet again in heaven.

#42 Comment By Patti(Spray)Jackson On February 15, 2019 @ 4:41 am

So sorry for your loss of such wonderful lady! May she Rest In Peace.

#43 Comment By Tony Williams On February 15, 2019 @ 5:37 am

Marlayna Pepper (Aaron Dotson), i am sorry for the lost of your dear mother, You and the family will be in our Prayers. Gods Word, say “There is no sorrow that Heaven can’t heal. Be Encouraged!!

#44 Comment By Carol Key On February 15, 2019 @ 5:57 am

Marty and girls. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give each of you the peace and grace you need at this time. Donna was a sweet lady and may she rest in peace. Carol Key

#45 Comment By Gregory & Rosalind Walker On February 15, 2019 @ 12:12 pm

Marlayna & Family
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. God will comfort you and your family. Your family will be in our prayers.

#46 Comment By Brenda Burns On February 15, 2019 @ 12:26 pm

To Marty, David and all the Family. We are so very sorry for your loss.May God wrap his arms around each of you during this most difficult time.Heaven has definetly gained another Angel . Such a priceless Lady !Brenda and Joe Burns,Mattie Barnes Lewter Sawyer

#47 Comment By Debra West On February 15, 2019 @ 12:53 pm

Sending love and prayers to you all. May God bless. I still can not believe it. She was so sweet to check on me and my dad during our sickness.

#48 Comment By Billy Gray & Patsy GRAY On February 15, 2019 @ 1:15 pm

So sorry for your loss.you’ll are in our prayers.
I will miss that pretty smile.

#49 Comment By Norma Bolander and Family On February 15, 2019 @ 2:06 pm

Marty, My family and I were so deeply saddened by the news that Donna had suddenly passed from this life. The last time we saw the two of you was when you were comforting our family during our sudden loss. You and she were a terrific loving and caring team. We love you both so much, as well as Marlayna and Kayla, and will sure miss Donna. Our prayers and love are with you all and the cherished memories that you will be able to call upon. God bless you and all your extended family in this time of deep distress! Our loved ones are in no more pain and with our Heavenly Father! Heaven will surely be worth it ALL!

#50 Comment By DeWayna and Phil Shelton and Tony and Lereca Swinford scoobydo2013@gmail.com On February 15, 2019 @ 2:28 pm

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.. Donna was such a sweet person.

#51 Comment By Lereca and Tony Swinford and DeWayna and Phil Shelton On February 15, 2019 @ 2:40 pm

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Donna was such a sweet lady.

#52 Comment By Jennie Marshall Simmons On February 15, 2019 @ 3:13 pm

I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

#53 Comment By Debbie Gentry Miahnahri On February 15, 2019 @ 3:30 pm

Marty, Girls, Ms. Linda, David and Families, I am sorry saddened to hear of Donna’s passing. Times like this words are hard to find, but know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven has gained an Angel.

#54 Comment By Wanda Williams On February 15, 2019 @ 3:30 pm

Marty, Kayla, Marlayna, Linda and Billy, We hardly have words to express our great sorrow in the passing of precious Donna. May you find comfort and daily strength in knowing that she lived for the Lord all her life. In the days ahead may you overflow with good memories to ease your pain and suffering. We will continue prayers for you peace and comfort. Our hearts are just broken for all of you. May you know how much we love you all! In Christ, Wanda and Bob Williams

#55 Comment By Jimmy & Dana Sartain On February 15, 2019 @ 3:34 pm

Donna was such a blessing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She had a loving Christian smile and shared it often.

#56 Comment By Dana Sartain On February 15, 2019 @ 3:35 pm

Donna was such a blessing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She had a loving Christian smile and shared it often.

#57 Comment By Debbie Gentry Miahnahri On February 15, 2019 @ 4:51 pm

Marty, Girls, Ms. Linda, David and families. I am so saddened to hear about Donna’s passing. Words are hard to find, know that God took an Angel home. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers .

#58 Comment By Rebecca Bartlett On February 15, 2019 @ 5:59 pm

I am saddened at learning the news of Donna’s passing. She was a few years behind my class at Boonshill and I always enjoyed catching up with her when I would see her out–usually at lunch. She had such a sweet spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

#59 Comment By Mike and Kathy Thompson On February 15, 2019 @ 6:02 pm

We send out our sympathy to the family.
She was such a sweet person. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. We are so saddened by the news of her passing. Rest in Peace Sweet Lady.

#60 Comment By Diane Counts On February 15, 2019 @ 6:14 pm

Marty and girls, my heart aches for your loss, to young, to soon, to sad. No one should have to go thru this, and it is devastating to you. I pray for comfort in the days to come.

#61 Comment By Mary Kaye Simmons On February 15, 2019 @ 10:45 pm

Marty and Family: We are so sorry for your huge loss. Know that each and every one of you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. May Our Lord hold you tightly as you travel this most difficult jourbey. We Love You, Roger & Mary Kaye Smith Simmons

#62 Comment By Julia Atchley On February 15, 2019 @ 11:41 pm

Donna was a truly beautiful lady so sorry for your loss she will be greatly missed Love Julia and Myles Atchley

#63 Comment By Alice George On February 16, 2019 @ 1:09 am

I am so sorry or your loss. Prayers for all of you.

#64 Comment By Nelson and Kathy Boice On February 16, 2019 @ 3:43 am

Ours hearts are heavy for Marty and family. Thoughts and praters are with you all. She was a sweet lady.

#65 Comment By Tim and Laura Rigdon On February 16, 2019 @ 4:18 am

Thoughts and prayers for your family. Donna was always such a nice person. So very sorry for your loss.

#66 Comment By Reeves & Janice Carr On February 16, 2019 @ 6:38 am

Marty and girls== Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Faith, Family and Friends will help to ease some of your pain. Your Lord will give you the strength and courage to go on.

#67 Comment By Misha L Gray On February 16, 2019 @ 2:26 pm

I remember the first time of meeting Donna. She came and purchased some honey from me. What a beautiful smile she had, and so so polite. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet this wonderful woman and call her customer of mine. I send my deepest sympathy to you Marty and your beautiful girls. I will forever miss her beautiful smile and politeness. Angel’s were rejoicing when she walked in that gate.

#68 Comment By Lynn Stevenson On February 16, 2019 @ 2:40 pm

Thinking of you all during this terrible time. Donna was such a sweet person.

#69 Comment By Jamie Robinson & Family On February 16, 2019 @ 3:49 pm

Marty & Girl’s:
We are very sad to hear about Mrs.Donna ‘s passing.She was a sweet, kind,caring,loving woman.She really love GOD & her family more then anything in this world.SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL.

#70 Comment By Jimmy- Kimberly Banks On February 16, 2019 @ 6:48 pm

Marty I’m so sorry to hear this news about your wife Donna I know she will be be missed .our love and prayers go out to everyone. I’m from the library church of Christ thanks

#71 Comment By Colin and Sharon Leighton On February 16, 2019 @ 6:59 pm

Sorry for the loss of our sister in the Lord. You have our deepest sympathy. May God comfort your hearts

#72 Comment By Dorothy Small On February 16, 2019 @ 7:16 pm

Marty,
My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May God be with you to comfort and heal your void.

#73 Comment By Pat McCown Throneberry On February 21, 2019 @ 6:12 pm

I loved Donna, a friend of my daughter Sandee. So happy I got to see her not long ago. I pray she continues to show her family that her spirit remains with them. We need Angels like Donna here and in Heaven. I pray God Comforts Her Family

#74 Comment By Jane Mason Jennings On February 23, 2019 @ 4:13 pm

Marty, we were so shocked to hear of your loss. Donna was a very special and kind person. God bless you and comfort you and your family.

Dan and Jane Jennings

#75 Comment By Rexine Pigg On February 25, 2019 @ 2:43 am

Linda & family, my heart goes out to you at this time of sadness. May God bless & keep you as only He can. Love, Rexine Douthit Pigg