He was retired co-owner/operator of Bill & Clara's Hair Salon, United States Army veteran, serving in the Army Security Service in Germany, receiving the Good Conduct Medal and was a Christian. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Calvin Donham, Charlie Donham and Morris Donham; four sisters, Willie Donham Cruce, Ruby Donham Myhand, Tina Donham Gardner and Doris Donham Tucker.
Survivors include one sister, Clara Bailey of Monticello; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Graveside service will be 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(12)
Whitney Clowers
Rison, AR Tuesday, March 29, 2022 This beautiful man was my guardian angel, from the age of 8 months old he raised me and was the only person who I knew without a shadow of a doubt loved me. No one will ever know the true beauty that hid beneath the surface or what his true wishes were as to being laid to rest.I often sit and think about the years that have passed by
Of the happiness and joy that was shared between you and I
I think of all the laughter the smiles and all the fun
And before I know silent tears begin to run
For although it brings me comfort to walk down memory lane
It reminds me how without you life will never be the same....
Rest in piece my angel I love you more than life itself.
JoAnn Clark Brewer
Fort Payne, AL Tuesday, August 29, 2017 I am so sorry to hear of Billy's passing. He was my first hairdresser and I adored him. My sincerest sympathies to Clara and all of his family.Butch and Judy Selig
Benton, AR Saturday, August 19, 2017 We extend our sincere sympathy to all of Billy's family. He will be missed by many who knew his pleasant smile and friendliness.Dianne Lloyd
monticello, AR Tuesday, August 15, 2017 So sorry to hear about Billy. He was one of the first people I met when I came to Monticello. We!ve remained friends for 52 years. We will miss him.Stephanie oliveaux
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 15, 2017 He will be missed... he was a good man .. And was lovedHazel Potts
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 15, 2017 Dear ClaraI was so sorry to hear of Billy passing
He was such a nice person always enjoying his laughing and being in such a good spirit when I came to the beauty shop or stop and talk whenever you meet him He will be missed by so many who knew and loved him My prayers are with the family. May you seek comfort with our precious Savior Jesus
My deepest sympathy
HAZEL AND FAMILY
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, August 15, 2017 Bill was a wonderful man whom we all loved and a great friend to all my family. May God surround you with his love to give you comfort and peace at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.With love & sympathy,
Janice
LaNell McKiever
Monticello, AR Monday, August 14, 2017 I am so sorry for your loss Clara. I went to the beauty shop that you had together. You were always close. Even back in grade School, I went to Monticello for one year and I was a little girl from the "country" and someone was always saying something to me. Billy was my defender, maybe because we both had red hair and we both got teased, but he always took up for me.Ilene and Jack Rash
Longview, TX Monday, August 14, 2017 It's sad to learn of Billy's passing, We we're school mates at MHS. Lot of found memories. Our sympathy and prayers to the family.Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Monday, August 14, 2017 Donham FamilyI am so sorry and sad about the loss of Billy. I worked for Bill and Clara for 6 years in the early 70's. They treated me like their family. I will miss visiting with Billy at Walmart from time to time. He always ask about my family.
James and Kathy Berry
Doris Jackson
Monticello, AR Monday, August 14, 2017 Rip uncle Bill until we meet again, gonna miss youJanell Luster Ray
Fordyce, AR Sunday, August 13, 2017 I worked for Bill and Clara once in the late 1960's. I have wondered so much about him. I am so sorry to hear of his passing away.My condolences and prayers to Clara and his family.