Donna Farmer

Donna Mae Farmer, age 90, passed away on June 30, 2023, in Cape Girardeau, MO. She was born on November 20, 1932, in West Plains, MO, to the late Elvis Lynn & Dorothy Proffer and grew up in Fredericktown, MO. Donna was a beloved wife to Alvin James Farmer, Jr. for more than 66 years. Donna was known for her culinary skills and had a successful career cooking for schools, camps, church dinners, and special events. Her dinner invitations were always highly anticipated, not only for the amazing food but also for the beautifully set table that she spent hours preparing and designing. She was a student of the Bible her entire life and dedicated herself to teaching Sunday School classes and home Bible studies. Donna was a true prayer warrior and the go-to person for her family and friends. She was also creative and artistic, excelling in tasks such as sewing and decorating wedding cakes. In her later years, she primarily served the church through various women's ministries. Despite her exceptional talents, her greatest joy came from her family and serving her Lord and Savior. Donna generously helped others and sowed seeds of encouragement and faithfulness wherever she went. She leaves behind a legacy of wonderful memories that fill the hearts of all who knew and loved her. For over 20 years, Donna and her husband Alvin attended Bethel Assembly of God Church and she had great love and respect for her pastors Phillip and Denise Roop. Donna is survived by her three children, Gary Farmer of Ste. Augustine, FL, Kevin Farmer of Cape Girardeau, MO, and Donal Sue (Dennis) Browning of Cape Girardeau, MO. She was a loving Grandma to 7 grandchildren, a GG (great-grandma) to 22 great-grandchildren, and a Great Great-grandma to 2 great-great-granddaughters. In addition to her children and grandchildren, she is survived by one brother, Rev. Gene Proffer (Eva), of Fredericktown, MO, and a host of beloved nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, parents, two brothers, one sister and daughter in law Pamela Farmer. To celebrate her life, the family will host a visitation from 10 am to 12 noon on Friday, July 7th, at Ford & Sons Funeral Home, 1001 N Mt. Auburn Rd., Cape Girardeau, MO. A celebration service, officiated by Rev. Phillip Roop will follow the visitation. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Bethel Assembly of God Missions, a cause close to Donna's heart. Donna Mae Farmer will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Her legacy of love, faith, and kindness will continue to inspire for generations to come. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

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Donna Farmer

November 20, 1932 - June 30, 2023