Donna Speers, 61, of Apopka, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday morning, January 17, 2023.
A woman of unwavering faith, Donna trusted in Jesus Christ alone as her Savior as a child at Powers Drive Baptist Church. Donna was quick-witted, generous, artistic, and courageous; she had a loving and generous heart, and dedicated her life to serving Jesus, by serving others. Donna graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University (College) in December 1990 and one week later married the love of her life, Bruce Speers. Donna’a two greatest joys were being a wife and a mother.
Donna was a loving and devoted mother to her two daughters, Priscilla, and Hannah.
Donna was born November 8, 1961 in Winter Park, Florida to the late James P. Hiers and Helen (Gatch) Draper. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Bruce Speers III.
She is survived by her daughters Priscilla Lee Speers and Hannah Bruce Speers; siblings: Valerie Springfield, Karen (Chuck) Minish, Jeff Hiers, and Kathleen (Chuck) Shanks; nieces and nephews: Ryan, Rachel, Jeffrey, Laura, Samuel, Jake, Patrick, Josh, Jonah, and Juniper; and many other extended family members and friends whose lives she touched throughout the years.
Visitation and Funeral services will be at LifePoint Church 3551 E Orange Avenue Eustis 32736. Visitation Friday, January 20, 2023 from 6-8pm. Funeral Saturday January 21 1:00pm at the church and 2:30 Graveside services at Pine Forest Cemetery in Mt Dora, with Pastors Pedro Linares and JP Pearson officiating.
Loomis Funeral Home, Apopka.
In Donna’s memory, contributions may be made to Compassion International
Attn: Sponsor Donor Processing
12290 Voyager Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Florida Baptist Children’s Homes, Sanctity of Human Life
1015 Sikes Boulevard
Lakeland, FL 33815
New Path Pregnancy Resource Centers
805 W 6th Street
Marysville, OH 43040
Service
Visitation
LifePointe Church
3551 E Orange Ave, Eustis, FL 32736
January 20, 2023
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Funeral
LifePointe Church
3551 E Orange Ave, Eustis, FL 32736
January 21, 20231:00pm - 2:00pm
Graveside
Pine Forest Cemetery
1801 N Donnelly St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
January 21, 20232:30pm
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
420 W Main St
Apopka, FL 32712-3452
Virginia Sanders says
We are all heartbroken from losing Donna. She was a loving member of our family. But we rejoice knowing that she is with her Heavenly Father and no longer suffering or on pain. Our hearts and prayers are with Priscilla and Hannah and Donna’s extended family. We will all miss her but look forward to seeing her again in God’s paradise. May God comfort you and give you strength during this time of grieving. With love from Rick and Gin Sanders, Aaron and Kim Sanders and Ryan Sanders and Williiam Bruce Speers, Jr.
John Creighton says
To the family members of Donna Speers and especially her two daughters Priscilla and Hannah. I’m a 30 year retired Air Force Officer / Veteran who was friends with the family. When Bruce passed away, Donna asked me to speak at his funeral and I was honored and blessed.
My heart was sad at the news of Donna’s passing, but comforted knowing she is home with God and Bruce.
To her friends and family – You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Wishing you the best and know you have my full support in every moment.
John
Jeff Gaeser says
I was shocked and saddened to read about Donna’s passing. Although I had not seen or spoken to her for many years, she used to be a very good friend of mine. My heartfelt condolences go out to her entire family.