Donald Ray Lail Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Ray Lail of Newton, North Carolina, who passed away on November 23, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Donald find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Henry Lail, Sr. and Effie Campbell Lail. He is survived by: his wife Tonda Roberts Lail; his son Rusty Lail (Tammy) of Claremont; his granddaughters, Jessica Canipe (Mickey) of Conover and Melia Westfall (Joe) of Taylorsville; and his great grandchild Chase Canipe.
Visitation was held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM at the Emmanuel Baptist Church (1405 Emmanuel Church Rd, Conover, NC 28613). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.