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Donna Hemphill

March 7, 1955 - July 18, 2021

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Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Wednesday 7/21, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Wednesday 7/21, 2:00 pm

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Cemetery
Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery
623 Hwy 80E
Monroe, LA 71203
318-343-1511 |
Wednesday 7/21

Funeral services for Donna Faye Hemphill, 66, will be on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes in Monroe.  Rev. Shawn Hornsby will officiate and family comments by Kimberly Price and Jamie Villarrial.  Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Visitation will be from 1:00 until the time of the service.

Donna was born in Delhi, LA on March 7, 1955 and passed away on July 18, 2021 in Monroe, LA after a lengthy illness. Donna had retired from teaching dance at her studio, Donna’s Dancers.  She touched many lives through the art of dancing.  Donna will be remembered as family oriented. Although she had no children of her own, she loved her nieces and nephews as her own.   Donna was preceded in death by her father, James Hemphill, mother, Lorraine Plumley; brother, Ronnie Hemphill; niece, Daniela Hemphill; and nephew, Jimmy Hemphill.

Donna is survived by her brothers, Jeff Hemphill and his fiance’ Penny MacDonald, Gary Hemphill, and Damon Hemphill and his wife, Theresa; nieces and nephews, Lindsay Hemphill, Jason  Hemphill, Miranda Wheeler and her husband, Ryan, Kristy Hemphill, Jamie Villarrial and her husband Gerald, and Tiffany Hemphill.  Great nieces and nephews, Hayden Wheeler, Ariana Wheeler, Taylor Ellis, Cole Ellis, Cooper Villarrial, Meredith Villarrial, Charlie Villarrial, Christian Villarrial, Braylon Jones, and Camdyn Alexander.

Pallbearers will be Steven Hemphill, Bobby Bagwell, P.J. Day, Gordy Mondry, Ricky Blaylock, and Mike Rankin.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

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1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Wednesday 7/21, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Wednesday 7/21, 2:00 pm
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Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery
623 Hwy 80E
Monroe, LA 71203
318-343-1511 | Map
Wednesday 7/21
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Funeral services for Donna Faye Hemphill, 66, will be on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes in Monroe.  Rev. Shawn Hornsby will officiate and family comments by Kimberly Price and Jamie Villarrial.  Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Visitation will be from 1:00 until the timeContinue Reading

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Roxanne Stephens McCormick left a message on July 23, 2021:
I remember Donna quite vividly from my childhood dance lessons at Buckingham School of Dance. Donna was one of the teachers of my class. Oh how I wanted to dance like Miss Donna! She was truly gifted. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sorrow.
Carolyn McElveen left a message on July 21, 2021:
There are not enough words to describe Donna Hemphill. She is one of a kind. Her kind loving heart included EVERYONE she came in contact with. Many children in Washington Parish have been blessed by sharing dance with Donna. She was my friend and I’ll always love and miss her. Spread your wings Donna and keep on dancing?
Danielle Sciortino left a message on July 21, 2021:
For my dance teacher, my mentor, my second mom. I miss you, dearly. My deepest condolences to the family.
Margaret Campbell Cupples left a message on July 21, 2021:
To one of my dearest old friends. Remembering all the good times and wishing we had a re-do on all the years. My heart is truly broken but, this is is not goodbye, I'll just see you later! Love You!
Debby Castay left a message on July 20, 2021:
I will miss you Donna so much and our long phone conversations sharing our memories, I will see you in heaven , Save me a seat. I Love You. HUGS...........
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Florence Murray left a message on July 20, 2021:
The impact Donna Faye had on so many of you does not surprise me. She is a force that will not dim for years to come. Be at peace.
Tiffany fussell left a message on July 19, 2021:
She was an amazing woman. She taught me so much as a kid and I will never forget her.
GeorgianaDyer left a message on July 19, 2021:
Sending prayers and love
GeorgianaDyer left a message on July 19, 2021:
My prayers and love are with yall
Amanda Dillon left a message on July 19, 2021:
A beautiful soul dancing with the Angels! Sending prayers to the family! May God give y’all strength and comfort! She touched so many lives with her gift!
Steven left a message on July 19, 2021:
Rest easy.
Taya and Adriana Bolotte left a message on July 19, 2021:
You will be missed by so many and you have touched so many lives. Thanks for teaching my girls we love you may you Rest In Peace The Bolotte’s
Madison long left a message on July 19, 2021:
My condolences go to you, may you rest high on those mountains love.
Anna left a message on July 19, 2021:
In memory of Donna Hemphill, Anna lit a candle
Alanna Bernard left a message on July 19, 2021:
I have spent the past few days reflecting and trying to find the right words to share about Ms. Donna, but nothing seems good enough. I have known her my entire life. My sisters and I all took dance lessons from her over the course of about 20 years and then my daughter took lessons from her for 6 years. She is family! She was with us from pretending to be sleepy flowers and circus clowns (if you know, you know) to dance team tryouts and everything in between. So many memories were made standing before that mirror wall on Washington Street in Franklinton. She taught us shuffle ball change and pas de bourrée, but she taught us so much more than steps. She taught us how to be a lady. She taught us poise and grace. She taught us to have confidence and self-worth. She taught us dedication and hard work. I could go on and on. She always kept cost down as much as possible because she thought that everyone should have the opportunity to dance. She truly had a heart of gold. So much of who I am was developed and nurtured in her studio. I could never thank her enough for the life lessons. I challenge everyone who knew her to carry on her legacy. Dance whenever possible…and dance with your heart! Love hard! Find ways to inspire everyone around you! Give new opportunities to your community! Love your family with all of your heart! Everything you do, do it to glorify God! -Always Donna’s Dancer
Tracey Barber Ladner left a message on July 19, 2021:
Every girl in Franklinton will feel the loss of this wonderful soul. Donna touched all of our lives with every word she said and every move she made.
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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