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Donna Louise TimbrookPassing: January 27, 2026

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Saturday, January 31st @ 11:00am

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Friday, January 30th @ 4:00pm-7:00pm

Saturday, January 31st @ 10:00am-11:00am

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Saturday, January 31st

MITCHELL – Donna Louise Timbrook, 86, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Stonebridge Health Campus.

Born May 2, 1939, in Allen County, she was the daughter of Ross Bolton and Mary Louise (Sunday) Knapp.  Donna married Max Timbrook on September 14, 1956.

Donna loved her family and took deep pride in each of them.  To her family, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandma, and “Gigi”, roles she carried with honor and joy.  Her life was rooted in a deep and steady love for God, and she lived that love out quietly and faithfully through the way she showed up for others.  In everyday moments, Donna served and encouraged everyone she encountered. Her legacy is one of love, faithfulness, and service.

A longtime member of Tulip Street Christian Church, she poured her heart into ministry alongside Max. She spread her gift of sewing with the creation of the So & Sews Women’s Ministry.  Her love for music led her to form Christians Unlimited, performing at various conventions and churches. She took her love for music to preschoolers as a co-owner of Kid’s Corner Preschool and was a member of Fleur de Lis.  Donna reflected the love of Christ in ways that will be remembered. She will be dearly missed.

Surviving are her husband, Max Timbrook of Mitchell; children, Jill Leslie (Thomas) McDermott, Jan Louise (Joe) Martin, Joseph Lee Timbrook, and Kathy (Jim) Cornwell; grandchildren, Sally (Randy) Leyes, Eric Morse, Bridget (Shaun) Stapleton, Lindsay (Spencer) Montei, Kevin (Shannon) Martin, Natalie Morse (Brooke Faulkner), Taylor Timbrook (Tim Mattingly), Debbie (Steve) Crews, Andrew Cornwell, and Michael Cornwell; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Her parents; daughter, Jennifer Lynn Timbrook; great-grandson, Benjamin Joseph Mattingly; and seven brothers and sisters, preceded her in death.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at Stonebridge for their exceptional care, love, and support.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 31, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Brothers Darrin Chastain and Daniel Lee officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, and from 10:00 a.m. until the service on Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to Becky’s Place or Hope Resource Center.

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29 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Patrice Buher | Mitchell, IN
    Date: March 5, 2026
    Mr. Timbrook, Jill, Jan, Joe et al.... I know God has all of you in his care......sorry to read about Mrs. Timbrook.
  2. Guest: Brenda Boling | Salem. IN
    Date: February 8, 2026
    I worked with Donna at West Washington Elementary. She was a dear woman that I really appreciated. Not only was she good with the kids but also with us adults. Love you Donna.
  3. Guest: Nancy BartlettvLimp | Bedford, IN
    Date: February 3, 2026
    So sorry to hear of your loss Max and family. We know where are loved ones are now, and they are no longer suffering. Peace to all of you during this difficult time. I've enjoyed getting to know you, through our loved ones. 🙏
  4. Guest: Nancy Limp | Bedford
    Date: January 30, 2026
    My condolences to Max and family. 🙏 Nancy, (Patty Bartlett's daughter)
  5. Guest: Roy Myers | Mesquite NV
    Date: January 30, 2026
    Joe, Very sorry for your loss!!! Roy Myers
  6. Guest: Amy Forrest | Bedford , Indiana
    Date: January 29, 2026
    I loved her so much. Sending out so much love to this beautiful family. Thank you for allowing us to care for her. I will miss her hugs so much. Truly a light in this world.
  7. Guest: John McDermott | Chicago Illinois
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Donna was a wonderful woman. I have had the good fortune to know her, Max and their large family for almost 25 years. I saw her at many Christmas family get-togethers as well as other fun times in southern Indiana. She will be missed!
  8. Guest: James H Ely | Bowling Green
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Max, I'm so sorry to hear this. Our prayers for you and your Family.
  9. Guest: Susan Watterson Mayden | Maryville Tennessee
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Donna has finally made it home ♥. She spent her life investing in others. So thankful for her kind words and advice when I was young. Thankful for her friendship and encouragement as I matured. She was a special lady. Lots and lots of memories ♥
  10. Guest: Melissa Shake | Bedford
    Date: January 29, 2026
    So sorry for your loss Joe.
  11. Guest: Cindy (Barrington) Daley | Lima
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Jill, Jan & Joe - so sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers for your family.
  12. Guest: Jim Valentine | Citrus Heights, CA
    Date: January 29, 2026
    I am so sorry for your grief, but I know it is grief through smiles and hope and joy. Donna was a joy to be around, and for me as a young preacher, she was the ultimate encourager! Her influence will be felt for generations, her legacy of Christ-likeness intact and so very real and humble and gracious. I love you all - you are wonderful testimonies to her legacy!
  13. Guest: Linda Carlson | Valparaiso, IN
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Max, Jill, Jan, Joe, Kathy: When I heard of Donna's death, a lot of memories flooded through my mind. I remembered Christians Unlimited, the Wednesday night youth groups, the prayer times before school and don't forget our camping trips. But I also remember how you all were there for my family in our time of lose. I pray God's love and comfort during this time. My prayers and love go with you.
  14. Guest: Chris Clouse | Bloomington, IN
    Date: January 29, 2026
    So sorry to hear about Donna's passing. I know she was ill for some time. Many fond memories of hanging out with your family when we were young. Peace and comfort for you all.
  15. Guest: Keely Thomas | Grove City, OH
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Max, Jill, Jan, Joe, Kathy I have so many fond memories of Donna. I grew up with your family, lots of softball, singing and life in general. My heart is broken for the loss of Donna, but I know she is in the presence of God very much alive! My prayers are with you all and know that very much love is sent your way!
  16. Guest: Maureen & Kirk Egold | Cloverdale, IN
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Donna will be missed by her family, friends and the many who loved her and were impacted by her kindness and faith. Prayers for peace and comfort to everyone and God’s blessings.
  17. Guest: Patti and Mike Wyatt | Mitchell, IN
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Max and Donna have been such a blessing to so many people through the years. Max, you are the very best role model for how a man should love and care for his wife. Thank you both for your long years of Christian love and ministry. Donna has been much beloved by so many and we have been truly blessed. We love you Max. Our prayers are with you.
  18. Guest: Judy Hasselkus | Peru, IN
    Date: January 29, 2026
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Joe, and family. Think of your mom as "homecoming queen" as she goes home to Jesus and reunites with Jennifer in Heaven.
  19. Guest: Jim Blair | Corydon, indianai
    Date: January 29, 2026
    I think she was a big part of getting the kids through the teens. She and the family are in my prayers.
  20. Guest: Randy Haste | Boynton Beach, Florida
    Date: January 28, 2026
    The Timbrook family hold a special place in my heart. Max and Donna were two of my guides in my faith in God. My prayers are the Timbrook family in this time of grief.
  21. Guest: Elaine Shoults Raeburn | Escondido, California
    Date: January 28, 2026
    My sister Patti attended the church as a child she loved Max.
  22. Guest: Cathy Blackwell | Williams, IN 47470
    Date: January 28, 2026
    We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Donna was a very kind and caring person. Max was a terrific husband and caregiver. Thinking about all of you.
  23. Guest: Debby Knight Dobson | Lebanon, Tn
    Date: January 28, 2026
    I'm so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts & prayers. Donna was an amazing woman.She will be missed.God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤
  24. Guest: Karen Cooper Key | Williams, IN
    Date: January 28, 2026
    I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Thoughts and prayers for your family. God bless and comfort you all.
  25. Guest: Sandy Pipher Neal | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: January 28, 2026
    My deepest sympathy to the Timbrook family. I spent many evenings in theTimbrook house with youth Bible study as well at Tulip Street. Lots of fond memories of Donna and the whole family. Im sure is enjoying those streets of gold. May GOD give you strength and comfort in this difficult time. My favorite song from Christians unlimited was It Only Takes a Spark.
  26. Guest: Cindy Miller | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: January 28, 2026
    Max, Jill, Jan, Joe, Kathy and family, Donna was such a special lady to many of us, I have such fond memories of Christian’s Unlimited and being at their house daily. Donna was a blessing to so many people snd she will certainly be missed.
  27. Guest: Susan chastain kay | Blaine. Tn
    Date: January 28, 2026
    So very sorry for your loss.
  28. Guest: Michelle Porter | Orleans, IN
    Date: January 28, 2026
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Keeping the family in my prayers. She was a sweet lady
  29. Guest: Patty Cottengain | Orleans IN
    Date: January 28, 2026
    I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences are with you.

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