Donna Mae Innes

August 1, 1926 ~ January 19, 2015
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Mrs. Donna Mae Innes, 88, of Foxglove Court, Asheville, died on January 19th, at The Laurels after a brief illness.
A native of Minneapolis, MN, she was the middle daughter of Henry and Agnes Eberding.
Dr. and Mrs. Innes married in May of 1948 and moved to Asheville, where Dr. John L. Innes opened his veterinary practice. They faithfully attended the Asheville Gospel Chapel.
Prior to living in Asheville she worked at General Mills in Minneapolis, MN. While her husband was serving in the Army she worked at Redstone Arsenal in Hunstville, AL. In Asheville she worked at American Enka Corporation, and later for Champion International Paper in Canton until retiring.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years Dr. John Leal Innes, oldest son Jay Gilbert Innes, and sister Coral Eberding Jacobson.
Surviving her are children Coral Innes Jeffries and Dr. Brentley Jeffries of Asheville, Mark Edmund Innes and Stephanie Innes of Asheville, Sue Innes Hall and Mark Hall of Pickerington, OH, and her daughter-in-law, Vicki Bradshaw Innes of Arden. She is also survived by her sister Verna Eberding Lundin of Minneapolis, MN, twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Her memorial service will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Asheville Gospel Chapel. The family will greet friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Asheville Gospel Chapel, 350 Old Haw Creek Rd., Asheville, NC 28805, and/or to the New City Christian School, PO Box 9035, Asheville, NC 28815.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
Donna was a very sweet friend to my wife and I. We loved her much, and we will miss her.
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Praying that our Lord Jesus Christ will give you comfort during this difficult time.
Ted Williams
So sorry to hear of your loss. Donna was a kind lady and I loved her. My condolences to you all. May the Lord comfort you all.
Our sweet ‘Aunt Donna’ showed faith and grace during every step in her life’s journey. Her every word resonated with her wisdom about life and her devotion to her family.
I have lost a very loved friend & Godly lady! A friend on Facebook posted the link for her obituary & the flood of wonderful memories came into my head & heart! She was like a 2nd mother to me as a child & it was so much fun to play with her children! They lived on Tampa Ave 2 doors from me for many yrs growing up! I thank God for the whole family & especially she & her husband for all they did for me, as I felt like part of a large family when I would be with them. Heaven has gained a good & faithful servant! I’m sure she & Dr Inness are so happy there now! The family has my prayers as they deal with their loss! God bless you all!