Donna Lynn Jackson, 51, of Manchester, Kentucky, departed this life on January 2, 2026, at her residence. She was born January 12, 1974, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Wayne Liford and Connie Burton.
Donna was a loving homemaker, mother, and partner whose life was marked by a deep love for her family. She cherished the time she spent with her children, grandchildren, family, and friends, which brought her the greatest joy. She was often found content with a Diet Dr Pepper and a cigarette. In addition to her family, Donna was an avid pet lover and considered her dogs part of the family, bringing her immense happiness.
In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Amber Jackson.
Donna was survived by one son, Cody Dean Jackson (Jessica); one daughter, Natasha Collins (Jeremy); and her significant other of 24 years, Larry Goins. Other survivors included two brothers, Curtis Burton (Katrina) and Brian Burton; five treasured grandchildren, Jaelyn Jones, Jaeden Collins, Maddox Collins, Jeremy Collins, and Skyler Smith; and her stepchildren, Paige Stewart, Dakota Goins, and Scott Goins. She was also survived by a host of other cherished relatives and friends.
Funeral services commemorating Donna’s life were held at 12 noon on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the chapel of Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home, with Paul Mitchell and Lyle Sizemore officiating.
Interment followed the service at Smith Cemetery at Ashers Fork in Clay County.
Friends and family gathered for visitation from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of Wolfe & Sons Funeral Home.
