Obituary - Donna Faye (Brewer) Conner

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Donna Faye Brewer Conner, 40, of Vinton, Va., passed away after a long battle with breast cancer on Sunday, January 24, 2010, at the home of her mother in Radford, Va. She is survived by her mother, Bonnie Neal Brewer; her sister and brother-in-law, Teresa and Tommy Huddleston, of Salem, Va.; her Uncle Tommy and Aunt Shirley, and cousins, of Radford; many uncles, aunts and cousins, in Bristol, Va.; her best friend, Yvonne Chandler; and so many that have been close to Donna and her family.

Donna is preceded in death by her loving father, Paul Edward Brewer; her paternal grandfather, Arthur F. Brewer; and grandmother, Nora Ethel Brewer; her maternal grandfather, Edward Shannon Neal; and grandmother, Virginia Snow Neal.

She was born in Radford on April 12, 1969. Donna graduated Arts in Interior Design from Virginia Tech. She owned and operated a successful custom curtain, blind and window treatment business "Curtains, Etc." established in 1995.

Donna was a member of the Parkway House of Prayer located in Vinton, Va. She was an active member and enjoyed church functions, ladies retreats and the church's educational program, "Renewanation."

She enjoyed playing the piano and was an avid reader. Donna loved spending her time with family, friends and her beloved dog, "Gracie." She was a social person and loved being a Christian first. Donna touched many lives with her sweet smile and infectious laughter that put people at ease. She leaves behind those who will always cherish her beautiful smile and good nature and her way of keeping peace.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family requests contributions go towards Renewanation and Susan G. Komen Race for the cure.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2010, at Parkway House of Prayer, 3230 King Street, NE, Roanoke, Va., with Pastor Jeff Keaton officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. in West View Cemetery in Radford. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.