Donald Conner

Donald Joseph Conner, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Donald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was an artist and musician. Every season he looked forward to being Santa Claus and he loved being outside cutting grass and being with his Girls (Chickens). He was a dedicated member and deacon of Morning side Baptist and his ministry is feeding the homeless and this will be continued to honor him.

He was born on June 29, 1951 in Clinton, Kentucky to Willie and Iva (Franklin) Conner. He is preceded in death by his Father, Willie J. Conner, Mother, Iva Marie Conner, Sister, Debbie Matney.

Donald is survived by his loving Wife of 48 years, Tonia Lynn Conner, Children, Jessica Cosby, Nathan Conner, Tamara Keller, Trevor Murphy, Vanessa Young, 5 Grandchildren, many Great-Grandchildren, and 5 Siblings, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends to cherish his memory forever.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel, (10304 Dixie Hwy). His Funeral Service will be at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel.

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