Donna Jean Maddox

Donna Jean Maddox, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, in Novi, Michigan. She was born on June 25, 1930, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Harry Stamps and Minnie Price. Donna was the devoted wife of the late Charles Maddox for nearly 70 wonderful years. After his passing, she devoted herself to her family and later found companionship and joy with Duane Harter and his family, who became a meaningful part of her later life. She was a loving and devoted mother to Dennis (Jenny) Maddox, Deborah (the late Richard) Yarling, Michael (Anna) Maddox, and James (Michelle) Maddox. She was also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Martha Maddox. Donna took immense pride in her family and cherished every moment spent with them. Donna was a proud grandmother to David (Shannon), Katherine (Matt) Willerick, Brent (Caesy) Yarling, James (Christina) Maddox, Heidi Maddox, John (Kaitlyn) Coffey, Dakota Maddox, Alicia Maddox, Jessica (Nick Towns) Maddox, Nathaniel Maddox, and Brooklyn Maddox, and was preceded in death by her grandson Daniel (Angela) Maddox. She was also blessed to be a great-grandmother to nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Lucille Spradling, Katie Moffitt, and Homer Stamps. Donna had a gentle spirit and a generous heart. She was an accomplished quilter, a talent she poured love into stitch by stitch. Above all, she treasured being a mother and spending time with her family. One of her most memorable adventures came in her 90s, when she joyfully fulfilled a lifelong thrill by driving a Ferrari at the Michigan International Speedway—an experience that perfectly reflected her adventurous spirit and zest for life. She also made many friends at Waltonwood, filling her last years with joy. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the O’Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River Avenue, Novi, Michigan 48375, from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with visitation continuing from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Donna will be laid to rest at Glen Eden Memorial Park in Livonia, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Donna Jean Maddox may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Donna Jean Maddox

June 25, 1930 - January 15, 2026