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Donna Hershey

February 11, 2026


Resided in: Wichita, Kansas

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Donna Hershey, 88, retired early childhood educator, died Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Private graveside service to be held. Memorial Service will be at 11:30 am, Friday, February 20, 2026, at Ridgepoint Church. Service will be livestreamed and available by clicking the “Watch Funeral Service” button below.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Walter Newton and Meda Gertrude Male; husband, Joseph Warren Hershey; daughter, Jill D. Hershey; sister, Patricia Diane Male; and brother, W. Newton Male. She is survived by her son, Jerry W. (Tracey) Hershey of Wichita, KS; daughter, Julie Hershey of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada; granddaughters, Alyssa (Micah) Watney, Natasha Bergen; honorary daughter, Mieka Dueckman; and honorary grandson, Jesse Dueckman.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with: AbilityPoint, 2919 West 2nd Street North, Wichita, Kansas 67203, and Ridgepoint Church, 8000 West 21st Street, Wichita, Kansas 67205.

Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – West Chapel.

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Memorial Service: Friday, February 20, 2026 11:30 am

Ridgepoint Church
8000 W 21st St
Wichita, KS 67205

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The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Donna Hershey 's name.

AbilityPoint

2919 W. 2nd Street North

Wichita,

KS

67203

abilitypoint.org

Ridgepoint Church

8000 West 21st Street North

Wichita,

KS

67205

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  1. My heart is grieving for each of Donna’s family members and friends. I’ve never known someone who loved more deeply or cared more passionately about sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am so honored to have met and loved Donna and to have shared a small piece of her life. I pledge my best efforts to emulate her love for people and her zest for laughter.
    ~ Until we meet again, Donna, hopefully as neighbors in Heaven

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  2. It is well with our souls, knowing Donna is exactly where she should be-as she always was, doing exactly what she should be doing-as she always did, at exactly the right time- and she was always on time!
    Our hearts feel loss and pain, but also happiness knowing the incredible reunion she was met with at Heaven’s gates. No doubt whatsoever, Jill asked her what took her so long!
    We will miss our dear friend, mentor, and devoted lover of Jesus.
    Our deepest sympathy, and hugs to each member of her family.
    Lovingly, Julie and David Wittich

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  3. My deepest sympathy to Donna’s family, I am blessed to have known her and build the special friendship that we had. She is deeply missed. Rest in Peace Donna. ❤️🙏❤️🙏.

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  4. We were saddened to learn of Donna’s passing. My dad and Donna were extended cousins through the Batchelor family. My mother lives in AL at Pres Manor and I always enjoyed the chance to talk with Donna before she moved to another part of the building.

    Cynthia Berner

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  5. Donna was so inspiring to me in so many ways! She was so ready to meet her God in heaven! She was the sweetest lady and always was so concerned about my crazy life! I just loved her and Jill so much! I wasn’t able to make the funeral but I watched it at work! Was so beautiful! Will meet again my friend!
    Love you!
    Lisa Thomas

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