Wanda Ida Donley, 74, of Ruth, MS, died on March 14, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Brookhaven on July 12, 1950, to Gus Boyte and Leila Thornton Boyte. She worked for many years with the Daily Leader. Mrs. Donley was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed having her family and friends around her. Some of her favorite pastimes were listening to music and looking for unique rocks and fossils. She also had a love for cats. Wanda will be greatly missed by all who loved her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Shawn Donley; her parents; sister, Andy Lewis; and brother, Bill Boyte.
She is survived by her children, Jimmy Bonson (Meredith), David Bonson (Lisa), and Chris Heathcock (Jennifer); sister, Sandy Leggett (John); and sister-in-law, Neomia Boyte; 11 grandchildren, Ian, Emily, Sarah, Caleb, Daniel, Karley, Cassie, Matt, Jason, and Matthew. She is also survived by a host of other loving family members and friends including Danyell Heathcock, Donnie Heathcock, Donnie Heathcock, Jr., and by numerous cousins.
