Christie Donaldson

Christie Anne Donaldson, age 66, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 1, 2017, at her home surrounded by her family.

Christie was born August 1, 1950, in Des Moines, Iowa, to James Douglas Bane and Nellie Mary (Current) Bane. She was a lifelong resident of the Des Moines area. Christie worked in doctors’ offices for many years. Later in her career, you could find her at Beaver Creek in the clubhouse. Christie loved to quilt, garden, and spend time at the Northwest Senior Center. She loved her four Yorkshire Terriers, Bridgette, Misty, Teddy, and Cody, who is still with us today. Christie was a member of the Mothers of Twins Club. She had a lifelong love affair with Kenny Rogers, never missing an opportunity to see him in concert.

Christie is survived by her twin children, Aaron and Kara Donaldson, granddaughter, Katelin Emehiser, and her brother, Jim Bane. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, June 4, 2017, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 2:30 p.m., Monday, June 5, 2017, also at Hamilton’s.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Christie.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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