Donna Marie

Filkins

Ms. Donna Marie Filkins, of Wright City, MO passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at her home. She was born on October 4, 1959 in St. Louis to the late Robert Howard Sr. and Barbara Lee Eleanor (nee: Horvath) Filkins. She had reached the age of 66 years.

Donna worked as a Resident Director at Lindenwood University for over 20 years. She loved the students and thought of them as her kids. She was a wonderful cook and loved cooking, baking and trying new recipes. She enjoyed FaceBook and it served as her lifeline. She loved to stay connected with her loved ones and all her friends. She enjoyed doing crafts, especially crocheting and painting. She also loved watching movies, especially horror films. Donna was a woman of strong Christian faith, her dedication and love for Jesus showed through how she loved and cared for everyone around her.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Barbara Filkins; one sister, Diane Filkins. She is survived by five siblings, Robert Filkins Jr, Terence Filkins, Timothy Filkins, Catherine Sinkler and husband Steven Sinkler Jr, and Thomas Filkins and wife Karen; six nieces and nephews, Sarah Filkins, John Filkins, Steven Sinkler III, Ryan Sinkler, Tessa Filkins and Kayla Filkins; several great nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.

No services are scheduled at this time for Ms. Donna Marie Filkins. Online condolences are encouraged to be given at martinfunerals.net