Donna Mae Drake

Donna Mae Drake, age 68, of Rossville, GA, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on January 3, 1957, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Donna was the beloved daughter of Harley P. Caldwell and the late Phyllis J. Caldwell. She was a proud graduate of Findlay High School, Class of 1974.

Donna's life was a beautiful reflection of love, family, and kindness. She is survived by her father, Harley P. Caldwell; her children, Dawn (Jeff) Braccini and Troy Greeno (Amey); her siblings, Harley (Ardith) Caldwell and Christine Seek (Jim); and her cherished grandchildren, PJ, Aurelian, AJ, and Alex. She was also a loving Nanny to Chloe and Josie Drake and will be deeply missed by her many nieces, nephews, loved ones, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Phyllis J. Caldwell, and her grandparents, Gracie Caldwell and Leonard Russell Caldwell.

Donna found great joy in the simple things that made life special - tending to her flower beds with her grandson AJ, watching her grandchildren play sports, and cheering proudly as a devoted Wheelersburg Pirates fan and North Baltimore Softball fan. She loved cooking her family's favorite meals and took pride in making every gathering feel like home. Donna also loved watching the cardinals and hummingbirds that visited her yard, believing they were a gentle reminder of the beauty in everyday moments.

Above all, family was everything to Donna. Her love, warmth, and selflessness will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

A visitation and service to celebrate Donna's life will be held Saturday October 25, 2025 at Cornerstone Nazarene Church, 12138 Gallia Pike Rd., Wheelersburg, OH 45694.

Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00 PM, followed by a service at 3:00 PM.

Flowers may be sent to Cornerstone Nazarene Church at the above address. Contributions can be made to the family in support of Tennessee Oncology and Cornerstone Nazarene Church.

"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day - unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and forever dear."