Nelda Arlene Donahue

Nelda Arlene Donahue, 77, of Kannapolis, died unexpectedly at home on Saturday, June 12, 2021.

Nelda was born on September 17, 1943, to the late Claude Heath Donahue and Lila Walden Donahue. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Eldon Donahue.

Nelda graduated from A.L. Brown High School Class of 1960. She went on to lead a distinguished career with the former Southern Bell at their corporate office in Charlotte until her retirement. In earlier years, she loved taking long walks on the beach and collecting seashells. She dedicated her life to taking care of her parents and was an extremely humble and kind-hearted soul.

A private burial will take place at Lakeland Memorial Park in Monroe.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.