Ms. Donna Minniefield

Sister Donna Marie Harrison Minniefield, daughter of Julian C. and Sallie M. Harrison (deceased), was born on May 2, 1953, in Washington, DC. The Lord called Donna out of this life on March 7, 2023, into her eternal rest. Sister Donna was a native Washingtonian and she was proud of it! She attended public schools in Washington, DC, graduating from J.O. Wilson Elementary School, Gordon Jr. High School, and Ballou S.T.A.Y. High School. Sister Donna has always had a love for people, and it was shown in her chosen professions. For over five years, she drove for Capital Cab - #595. To some, this was as simple as driving people around, but for Donna this was her opportunity to share historical knowledge of Washington, DC; offer recommendations about places to visit; and to serve as a listening ear, to diverse groups as they shared their life pursuits. With a bold and spicy spirit that would later be transformed, Sister Donna was equipped for navigating the DMV area! Sister Donna's care and concern for others took center stage when she decided to pursue nursing. In caring for others, she found her professional passion. Sister Donna went on to work in nursing for decades, providing care for older persons and those with disabilities at Carriage Hill Nursing Home and Cherrydale Health and Rehabilitation Center in northern Virginia. Sister Donna's patients were nourished and well-groomed, and they had no doubt that she cared for them. Her eldest sister, Dolores Anderson, became a resident of Cherrydale Health and Rehabilitation Center and Sister Donna delighted in caring for her beloved sister until her death. Sister Donna's life has always been one of love and service. On June 25, 1979, Sister Donna was baptized by the late Elder Joseph Pouge, of the Redeemed Church of Christ in Charleston, SC, according to the Apostolic Doctrine as stated in Acts 2:38 ("...Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost). Following her baptism, Sister Donna tarried, and God blessed her and filled her with his Holy Spirit. Throughout her spiritual walk, Sister Donna often recalled the teachings and guidance from her grandfather, the late Overseer of the Redeemed Church of Christ, Jerry Davis; mother, Missionary Sallie Mae Harrison; father, Deacon Julian C. Harrison, and a host of elders and sisters and brothers in Christ Jesus. Throughout Sister Donna's life, she lived it heartily and oftentimes sang hymns, such as Hold to God's Unchanging Hand, There's a Lily in the Valley, and One Way to God. Her soul truly rejoiced in the Lord! Sister Donna leaves to morn her: granddaughter, Kayla Gladden; sister Sylvia Robinson; brother, Elder Jerry L. Harrison (Audrey); sister-in-law Edwina Harrison; nieces and nephews, Rhonda Palmer; Michael Robinson; Curtis, Robert, Denise, LaShon, Jerry Jr., Shavon, Celeste, Timothy, Marcus, Christina, and April Harrison; great-nieces and nephews, members of The Redeemed Church of Christ; and a host of other relatives and friends. Sister Donna's daughter, Tracey Harrison; brother, Julian Harrison, Jr.; and sisters, Dolores Anderson and Cynthia Harrison preceded her in death. She was estranged from Frederick Minniefield.

Ms. Donna Minniefield

May 2, 1953 - March 7, 2023