Donna L. Ragsdale R.N. 68, of West Lafayette, IN, passed away at 7:42 p.m. on June 25, 2016 at her
residence. She was born February 21, 1948, in Lafayette, IN, to the late Donald
L. and Betty L. (Van Arsdall) Martin.
Donna graduated from West Lafayette High School, class of 1966, and in 1969 from the St. Vincent School of Nursing with her R.N. degree. On February 8, 1969, she married Jack D. Ragsdale and he survives. Donna worked as a geriatric nurse, teacher, and administrator for over 30 years throughout the State of Indiana. She was a most loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. The time Donna spent with her grandchildren was the most precious time of her life.
Surviving are her husband, Jack D. Ragsdale of West Lafayette, IN, son, Ky M. Ragsdale (wife Donna C.) of Fishers, IN, daughter, Katrina (Kate) M. Murray (husband David L.) of West Lafayette, IN, grandchildren, Adam E. Arnold, Grace K. Donnoe, Allee M. Donnoe all of West Lafayette, IN and Cole M. Ragsdale of Fishers, IN. Also surviving is Donna's best friend and faithful protector, her Westie, Higgins.
According to her wishes, a celebration of Donna's life will take place on July 8, 2016 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Rush Pavillion, 1915 Scott Street, Lafayette, IN. Donna's request was that all who attend please WEAR CASUAL SUMMER ATTIRE; food will be served. In lieu of flowers, family request memorial contributions be made to: The Preston Cares Network, Westie Rescue covering Indiana & Kentucky, 351 Camden Circle, Owensboro, KY 42301
Donna graduated from West Lafayette High School, class of 1966, and in 1969 from the St. Vincent School of Nursing with her R.N. degree. On February 8, 1969, she married Jack D. Ragsdale and he survives. Donna worked as a geriatric nurse, teacher, and administrator for over 30 years throughout the State of Indiana. She was a most loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. The time Donna spent with her grandchildren was the most precious time of her life.
Surviving are her husband, Jack D. Ragsdale of West Lafayette, IN, son, Ky M. Ragsdale (wife Donna C.) of Fishers, IN, daughter, Katrina (Kate) M. Murray (husband David L.) of West Lafayette, IN, grandchildren, Adam E. Arnold, Grace K. Donnoe, Allee M. Donnoe all of West Lafayette, IN and Cole M. Ragsdale of Fishers, IN. Also surviving is Donna's best friend and faithful protector, her Westie, Higgins.
According to her wishes, a celebration of Donna's life will take place on July 8, 2016 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Rush Pavillion, 1915 Scott Street, Lafayette, IN. Donna's request was that all who attend please WEAR CASUAL SUMMER ATTIRE; food will be served. In lieu of flowers, family request memorial contributions be made to: The Preston Cares Network, Westie Rescue covering Indiana & Kentucky, 351 Camden Circle, Owensboro, KY 42301
Published in the The Indianapolis
Star on June 29, 2016
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