John Wayne Donnelly's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2025 in Ankeny, Iowa

John Wayne Donnelly

May 16, 1946 - October 21, 2025 (79 years old)

Ankeny, Iowa

John Wayne Donnelly's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2025 in Ankeny, Iowa
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John Wayne Donnelly

May 16, 1946 - October 21, 2025 (79 years old)

Ankeny, Iowa

John Wayne Donnelly Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 21, 2025 we had to say goodbye to John Wayne Donnelly (Ankeny, Iowa). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor John Wayne's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert John Donnelly and Lois May Donnelly. He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Donnelly; his children, Amy Donnelly and David Donnelly; and his granddaughters, Lindsey Donnelly and Tara Donnelly. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the DeSoto Fire Department in memory of John Donnelly.



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Ankeny Funeral Home
1510 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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1510 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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