He was the retired CEO and plant manager for SAF Holland in Dumas, manufacturer of commercial vehicle suspensions and components for trucks and trailers and was a Veteran of the United States Army and Army National Reserve. His latest endeavor was starting his own log trucking business, Donley Trucking LLC. He was a member of Pleasant Springs Missionary Baptist Church and was also preceded in death by a sister, Jessie May Donley.
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Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Mary Catherine Ferguson Donley of Monticello; two daughters, Erika Donley McKeown and husband Taylor of Tillar and Samantha Donley of Tillar; his mother, Ida Morean Hice Donley of Dalton, MS; two brothers, Virgil Donley of Winchester and Troy Lee Donley, Jr. of Jackson, MS; one sister, Betty Veasey of Dalton, MS; two granddaughters, Mya Donley and Emma Gannaway; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 2 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Visitation 6:00-8:00 pm Monday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(10)
erika catherine donley
Monticello, AR Monday, June 24, 2019 I love you Daddy, I miss you and Momma everyday. I cant wait to see you again and hear you tell me you love me and give me one of those big, warm hugs that make everything ok.erika
, AR Thursday, June 4, 2015 love u daddy!Joann Adair Holian
Monticello, AR Wednesday, June 3, 2015 Catherine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. May you find piece in our Lord and know you will see him again some day. Let me know if I can help in any wayDebbie Burns Nichols
Nixa, MO Tuesday, June 2, 2015 Our prayers are with at this time of loss.Gary O'Brien
, AR Tuesday, June 2, 2015 I knew Everett through business.He was a brave and courageous man. He treated me very well and I considered him my friend.He had a great sense of humor.
I am glad to say I knew him.
He will be missed.
A. L. Dintelman
Monticello, AR Tuesday, June 2, 2015 He endured as long as possible, loving all three of his girls... May the Lord provide each of you comfort and direction... Jim, Ryan, Heather, and AudreyPaige Stell
Monticello, AR Monday, June 1, 2015 You are all in my thoughts & prayers during the difficult days ahead. Thank you so much for allowing me to come into your home & help with his care. He will be missed by many. Cherish your memories.Love,
Paige
Joe Oswald
Lillian, AL Sunday, May 31, 2015 I was sad to hear of Everett's passing having know him ever since I was a child. I know this is a very difficult time for everyone who knew and cared about him. We were very good friends in our youth but time took us in different directions. Everett did call me a couple of years ago and we did catch up a bit. I am thankful for that call. Good bye old friend.Randy Hogue
Winchester, AR Sunday, May 31, 2015 Thinking of the Donley family during this tough time.Kenny Hogue
Cave Springs, AR Sunday, May 31, 2015 Very sad to hear about the passing of Everett. The Donley family will be in my thoughts and prayers.