Heaven has gained a true Southern Belle leaving those of us that are left behind with a little less sunshine. We are very sad to say goodbye to our sweet and loving friend Donna Douglas. Lori and I remember so well her visit to the show and the enjoyment of getting to know the warm heart of this amazing woman of God.

Donna gained great fame as Elly May Clampett, the only daughter of Jed Clampett, in the popular television series “The Beverly Hillbillies”. When the show ended in 1971, generations continued to fall in love with her character through re-runs. Donna did not run from this fame but embraced it as the perfect way to share her faith and the message of Jesus Christ to all of her fans around the world.

There is no way to measure the many hearts touched by Donna in her lifetime and there will be those who will forever know her only as Elly May. But for all of us, Donna was our friend. We celebrate her life and we will truly miss her.