Donna Kay Kingsolver

December 24, 2019

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Donna Kay Kingsolver, 81, of Kirklin, Ind., died at 4:50 p.m. December 24, 2019 at Wesley Manor.  Born June 8, 1938 in Frankfort, Ind. to Robert & Doris (Goldsberry) Miller.  She married James Alvin Kingsolver on June 10, 1956 in Kirklin and he survives.

Kay was a 1956 graduate of Kirklin High School and a lifelong Clinton County resident.  She was a homemaker and also helped her husband farm.  Kay was a member of the Kirklin Christian Church where she was active in the Dorcas Society.  She was a former member of the Order of Eastern Star, Kirklin, Kirklin Home Arts Home Ec. Club and Young Farmers Club.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2019 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort. Funeral Celebration will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2019 at the funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Kirklin, Ind. Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton County Cancer Fund.

Survived by:

Husband: Alvin Kingsolver of Kirklin, Daughter: Jennifer Kingsolver of Kirklin, 2 Sons: Rick (Cindy) Kingsolver of rural Frankfort, Randy (Melanie) Kingsolver of rural Kirklin, 2 Grandchildren: Megan (Ken) Borror of San Antonio, TX, and Chad (Whitney Ratliff) Kingsolver of St. Louis, MO.

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16 Condolences for “Donna Kay Kingsolver”

  1. Maleta (Sheagley) Bolinger December 26, 2019 at 5:54 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Kay was such a sweet and kind person. She also stopped to chat when we would run into each other.

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    • Barbara Staton McCarty December 27, 2019 at 11:40 am

      Alvin and family, I was so sorry to hear about Kay. She was such a beautiful lady inside and out. She made everyone feel special and that smile!!

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  2. Gloria Samuels Hall December 26, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    So sorry for your loss.

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  3. Mike Hensley December 26, 2019 at 9:39 pm

    Sorry for your loss. Kay was a good friend and neighbor when we lived on the farm beside them.

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  4. Jason and Penny Coffman December 26, 2019 at 10:47 pm

    We are praying for the family for God’s peace and wisdom. Kay was a wonderful friend. She will truly be missed.
    Jason and Penny Coffman.

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  5. Jeanie Thompson December 27, 2019 at 9:34 am

    So sorry for your family’s loss. I always loved seeing your mom because you couldn’t help but laugh. She was always joking and having the best time. She made everyone’s day better. We will have all of the family in our thoughts and prayers.

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  6. Adam Kirby December 27, 2019 at 12:08 pm

    Jennifer,
    I remember your mom when you all would come for lunch/dinner, at our restaurant many years ago. I loved talking with her…she was always smiling, joking, and laughing. Thinking of your family at this very sad time.
    Adam Kirby

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  7. Jayne King December 27, 2019 at 12:31 pm

    So very sorry for your families loss. I grew up around Kay, Alvin and the children. Kay was always up for a good time and always happy. She raised a good family.

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  8. Bob & Karen McQuern & family December 29, 2019 at 9:58 am

    We would like to express our deepest condolences to all of your family. we are unable to attend but want you to know we are thinking of you.

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  9. Kenny December 29, 2019 at 10:51 am

    Kay, you will be missed by us and people around you. Surely you were an awesome person always will be in our hearts. Alvin, Jennifer, Rick & Randy our prayers and tears for you guys.
    Kenny

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  10. Stefanie Emens December 29, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    I was so sad to hear about Donna Kay. I always enjoyed her humor and ability to make us laugh. I especially cherish the fond memories I have of spending the holidays with Bob and Doris and all the family in Kirklin.

    With deepest sympathy,
    Mike, Stefanie, Ashley, and Cole Emens

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  11. Lou Sheridan December 29, 2019 at 8:14 pm

    Thinking of you at this time of sorrow and wishing you peace and comfort at this most difficult time. With Sincere sympathy. Lou Ella (Buntin) Sheridan

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  12. Sherry December 29, 2019 at 10:59 pm

    A beautiful memorial video for a wonderful wife mother and grandmother hugs and prayers your sister in Christ Sherry McKinney she will be dearly missed fun sweet Kay

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  13. Jenny Watson December 30, 2019 at 9:19 am

    Jennifer I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of your wonderful Mom. Deepest sympathies and prayers for you and your family.

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  14. Janet Ward December 30, 2019 at 8:29 pm

    Alvin, Randy, Rick, and Jennifer,
    Gary and I send our heartfelt sympathy to your family in your time of grief. We always liked Kay so much. You all were a big part of of life growing up. I never saw Jay when she wasn’t cheerful.

    Janet and Gary Ward

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  15. Janet Gray January 2, 2020 at 8:51 pm

    Alvin and Family,
    Kay was a special cousin. I love her and I will miss her very much. We had some good times at Christmas.
    God Bless,
    Janet Gray

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