Ruth Ellen Donley Obituary
We bid farewell to Ruth Ellen Donley in Branson, Missouri, born in Los Angeles, California, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 17, 2025 at the age of 86. Ruth Ellen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Ellen Donley to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Craig Mills and Josephine Ferne Klein Mills; her son Michael Craig Phipps; her former husband John Paul Donley; and her sister Janice Irene Mills.
She is survived by: her husband Larry Taylor; her children, David Phipps (Angela) and Laurie; her grandchildren, Zach Burkett (Valerie), Cory Burkett (Laura), Daniel Burkett, Craig Phipps, Jett Phipps, Britney Moreno and Kailee Hatcher (Michael); and her friend Karen. She is also survived by six great-grandsons; five great-granddaughters; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless friends.
A burial will be held on Friday, February 28th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Yocum Pond Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 28th 2025 at the Greenlawn Funeral Home (708 State Hwy 248, Branson, MO 65616).
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society; as mom was a 42 year survivor of Breast Cancer.
