Donna Jean Meadows Carroll

Donna Jean Meadows Carroll, 76, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and close friends. She was born on December 11, 1949, in Fort Payne, Alabama.

Donna married the love of her life, James Carroll, on December 20, 1975. They shared 51 years of marriage filled with love, family, and countless memories.

Donna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She cherished the time she spent with her family and the special friends who held a treasured place in her heart. She especially enjoyed gardening, camping, and spending time outdoors with her beloved dogs.

Donna retired from Sam’s Club after 21 years of dedicated service.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Dessie Meadows Phillips, and her brothers, Jimmy, Larry, and Thomas Meadows.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 51 years, James Carroll; her daughter, Tina (William) Smith; her son, Jim (Jessica) Carroll II; her grandchildren, Will Smith, Zaniel Carroll, and Caydee Carroll; and two great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind her special friends, Annette Palmer, Angie Vincent, Wanda Dobbs, and Melba Shaver, along with many others whose lives were touched by her kindness and friendship.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Elizabeth Bigger and the staff at Tennessee Oncology, Dr. Richard Jennings, and Hospice of Chattanooga for the compassionate and exceptional care they provided to Donna and her family.

Donna will be cremated, and a celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, October 17th, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at The Chattanooga Masonic Center, 551 W 21st St, Chattanooga, TN 37408.

Donna will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her. Her unconditional love, laughter, kindness, and the memories she created with those she loved will remain in their hearts forever.