Dona Marie Parker

Dona Marie Parker, age 78, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on November 15, 2025. Born on November 16, 1946, Dona was a woman who took pride in her roles as a mother, grandmother, and wife.

She is survived by her beloved daughters, Jodi (Jimmy) Polston and Kristi (Tim) Wilson, as well as her grandchildren, Brittany Skinner, Sean Hart, Michael Souza, Lexi Parker, Jacob Parker, Kaylee Parker, Kianna Burkes, Phillip Wilson, Thomas Wilson, and Charlianna Wilson. Additionally, she leaves behind great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.

Dona was preceded in death by her parents, Louise Phillips and Wayne Deaton; her husband, Thomas Parker; her brothers, Russell and Chip Deaton; and her son, Arlis Parker.

A visitation will be held in her honor on November 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Smith Family Funeral Home - Hot Springs, located at 2205 Airport Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913. Following the visitation, a memorial service will begin at 2:00 PM.

Dona Marie Parker will be dearly missed, leaving a lasting impression on the hearts of all who knew her.