Donna Jean Williams

Donna Jean (Bayless) Williams, 88, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

Born on April 3, 1938, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Donna lived a life marked by faith, strength, and independence. After losing her sight at an early age, she grew even more independent, meeting life with resilience and determination. Donna went on to be the President of the Ohio Valley Blind Association until its dissolution. Those who knew her will remember her as a faithful woman whose steady spirit and quiet courage left a lasting impression.

Donna was a long-time member of Pleasant View Baptist Church, where her faith was an important and enduring part of her life. Her devotion and example will be remembered with gratitude by all who shared in her life and fellowship.

She will be remembered with respect, love, and appreciation for the way she lived-with perseverance, faith, and grace.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, James "Buck" Bayless and Mildred (Patterson) Bayless; husband, Thomas Williams; daughter, Gwen Dunn; and brother, Jim Bayless.

Donna is survived by her loving son, Jim (Shonna) Bohannan; sister, Betty Wolf; grandchildren, Brandon (Courtney) Wills, Brittany Wills, and James Bohannan Jr.; and great-grandchildren, Eliana, Braelynn, and Bryce.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Grayson Funeral Home (206 East Main Street, New Washington). Her Funeral Service will follow at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

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