Donna L. (Crowley) Gilreath

Donna L. (Crowley) Gilreath, 79, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Monday, March 17, 2025 at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.  She was born February 15, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late John and Gladys (Parrish) O’Leary.  She was united in marriage to Roger Gilreath who preceded her in death in 2013.

Survivors include,

Children, Annette Matthews (Pamela) San Leandro, CA; Darren Matthews (Joy) of GA

Three Grandchildren, Emily, Cole, and Grace

Siblings, John O’Leary (Nancy) of TX; Jim O’Leary (Vonda) St. Louis, MO; Patrick O’Leary (Adam) of St. Louis, MO

Her dog and mighty companion “Ernie” and several nieces and nephews

Along with her parents and husband, a sister, Brenda Turpin preceded her in death.

Donna loved spending time with her daughter traveling and playing at casinos and scratching lottery tickets. 

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorials in her name are suggested to the Fresh Start Animal Outreach of Eldon, MO. 

Per her wishes, her body has been cremated and no services are planned at this time. 

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO. 

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