Debbie was retired from Walmart where she dedicated 26 years of her life. She enjoyed fishing, spending time with her family, playing cards, camping, and loving on her grandbabies. In addition to her mother, she was also preceded in death by a stepson, Nathan Rhodes; father-in-law, Wilson Donaldson; mother-in-law, Josephine Donaldson; and her grandparents, Azalee and Murphy Herring.
She is survived by her husband, Ronnie Donaldson of Monticello; father, Barney Herring and fiancée Mary Woods; three children, Jessica Donaldson, Rick Donaldson and Lorraine Donaldson all of Monticello; two step children, Rosella Rhodes of Ohio and Tommy Rhodes of Florida; siblings, Mary Trantham and husband George, Kathy Bailey and husband Tom, and Barney Herring Jr. and wife Viola; grandchildren, Dustin Donaldson and wife Sherry of Monticello, Courtney Harris and husband Gabriel of Forrest City, Brian Hensley Jr. of Monticello, Jaci Donaldson of Benton, Mattie Donaldson of Monticello, RaLyon Shaw of Monticello, and Tyron Shaw of Monticello; five great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Campground Methodist Church. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. in the Church. Burial will be in Campground Cemetery. You can sign Debbie's guestbook here on this page.
Condolences(27)
Keith Van Dee
Springdale, AR Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Ms Debbie was always a calm cool collected lady. One of the nicest people I have ever met and worked with. So sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for the whole family.Kaylon Conner Brigham
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 6, 2023 I met Mrs Debbie & Mr. Ronnie through my mom Monda Conner(my she also RIP) when I was very young! I couldn't believe this news. My heart aches for all of Mrs. Debbie's family & friends! I didn't know Mrs. Debbie real well but I knew her enough to say God called a very good hearted lady! My sincerest thoughts & prayers are with all of her loved ones! Mrs.Debbie & Mr.Ronnie help my mom & I out more than once throughout my child hood & once or twice since I've been an adult! Anytime we need a fridge, stove, washer, dryer ECT. Mr. Ronnie was always just 1 call away & was bringing what we needed the next day if not that day!! Not to mention their company was the best part of each delivery or maintenance call. I feel I am very blessed & beyond thankful to know u two! THANK YOU MR RONNIE for everything! The business & just being u!Judy Kelley
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 6, 2023 So sorry for your loss. Worked with Debbie at Walmart. Not in the same dept but still a fellow Walmart associate. She will be missed. Prayers for the family.Terrie E Briant
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, December 6, 2023 Ronnie, I am shocked and saddened to hear the news about Debbie. May the Lord comfort you and your family, and provide ya'll everything that's needed to get you through this difficult journey without her. You all have my deepest sympathy. RIP and Godspeed, DebbieMARK HAYNES
Mountain View, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I WORKED WITH DEBBIE AT WALMART FOR ABOUT 17 YEARS. JUST GOT RECONNECTED ON FACEBOOK. HAD NO IDEA SHE WAS SICK. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME AND IN THE DAYS AHEAD.Lavera Burton
Monticello, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I've known Debbie most of my life she was a sweet and caring person. From seeing her out and about with Ronnie my thoughts always were they seem like they are still on their honeymoon. So Ronnie from the looks she give you I can say she loved you to the moon and back. I wished I could tell you it will get better but I can't I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. I'm truly sorry for your loss.Stephanie Hayes
Eudora, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I’m not sure you guys remember me or not but my mom Robin was really good friends with your mom and dad. I grew up with u guys in Monticello. Your mom was such a sweet woman. She always treated me like I was one of hers whenever I would stay nights at yalls house. I’m so sorry for all of you. You guys will remain in our prayers.Ginger Hood
Rogers, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie was a beautiful person and she will be missed so very much.Prayers for Ronnie and all her family.
Bradley and Paula Herring
Warren, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 Ronnie, Barney, Viola and all the Family we are so sorry to hear about Debbie!!! Our Thoughts and Prayers are with each one of you.Andrea Goines
Dumas, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I know you are dancing in the sky! You will be missed! Especially your smiling face!!❤Leigh Ann Beckham
McGehee, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 RIPCheri Rash
Monticello, AR Tuesday, December 5, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie was one of a kind. Even if you hadn’t seen her for years, when you saw her, it was like no time had passed. I have a lot of good memories from our Wal Mart days. I love y’all and will keep you in my prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻J.J. Bayliss
Wilmar, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 Very sorry to hear about Mrs. Debbie! I worked with her years ago at Walmart. She was such a sweet lady and she will be missed!Lynda Hood
Monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 So sorry for your loss.Jamie Stone
Leonard, TX Monday, December 4, 2023 You guys were the first family we met after moving to Arkansas and quickly became family and will always be family. You were like my second momma 🥰 I already miss you and will always love you ❤️Sherie Keller
monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 Sadden to hear of this Debbie was a great woman and will be missed ...fly high Debbie till we meet againJerry DeWoody
West Helena, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 Rest in peaceNancy Faulkner & Family
Lake Village, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 So broken hearted to hear about Debbie. All the wonderful memories we made together and fun times we shared (with the whole gang,kathy, mary, too many to name) since grade school together. The Herring's was my second family! Gonna miss you but we will meet again! Sending Love, Prayers, & Thoughts to the whole family!Rebecca King
Warren, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 I am shocked to see this. I am so sorry for your loss Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family 🙏Debbie and I went to school at Drew Central, 3 classes together and PE classes. We were best friends in school I'm lost for words. She will definitely be missed by many. Rest in Peace Debbie!!Kimberly Sharp
Calera, AL Monday, December 4, 2023 My Heart Breaks finding out that Debbie is Gone .. You were Family for years . Always gave mea HUG and told me you Loved me and I returned it back in return .. I know you are Flying High with those Beautiful Wings you Gained . You're gonna be Truely Missed at our Family Gatherings . LOVE YOU DEBBIE R.I.P. SWEET LADYLaura Bodiford
Monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 I was shocked to hear of your passing Debbie. We weren't very close friends but enough to speak. You were so friendly to everyone. I know you are going to be missed by many. Prayers 🙏 for the family and friends.Joan Adair
Monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 So sorry prayers for all of family & god bless you all at this sad time.Kay WorbingtonT
Monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 To Debbie's Family: I am so sorry for your great loss. I am praying for all of you at this very sad time.Mickey
Arcadia, LA Monday, December 4, 2023 So shocked !But what a reunion it musta been!Keep her memory open in ya hearts!!!She was a fun true friend Loved Ronnie ,her kids,Grandkids,great grands,Her syblings,Her Dad and many more!!!!!Fly high Debbie!!!!Mickey burnamon
Arcadia, LA Monday, December 4, 2023 So shocked by this !!Debbie was a fun and true friend to everyone!!!!Keep her memory alive!what a reunion in Heaven she had!!!I have caught my self being jealous but just Reamber one day again!!!!prayers up!!Melissa Bailey
Wilmar, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 I am loss of my words and I don't know what to say but I know momma Debbie is in a better place now but she is going to be miss by me and everyone that knew her that she was a sweetheart and special mom auntie grandmother great grandmother and friend to many people......and a great wife to daddy Ronnie and a great mom to her kids that she had and to the ones who she helped raise as her own........Chris Holmes
Monticello, AR Monday, December 4, 2023 Rest in peace aunt Debbie