Jack B. Donaldson's Obituary
Jack B. Donaldson, 87, passed away June 23, 2012 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Mr. Donaldson is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Ruby Donaldson; and his daughter and son in law, Brenda and Ron Foster. He leaves behind his son Berk Donaldson and his wife Jan; grandchildren Gina Johnson and her husband Gram, Tammy Price and her husband Daniel, Katie Donaldson, and Emily Donaldson; great grandchildren, Nathan Johnson, Maggie Johnson and John Foster Price. Mr. Donaldson was a graduate of Central High School and the University of Mississippi where he was a member of Kappa Sigma. He received his law degree from Southern Law University. A veteran of WWII, he was also a Member of the American Bankers Association, Serving on the Board of Directors for St. Francis Hospital, and Executive Vice President of First Tennessee Bank. Mr. Donaldson was a resident at Kirby Pines and a member of Germantown Baptist Church. Jack was very proud of playing an intricate role in bringing The Peabody Hotel back to Memphis. The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 27 from 1:00 until 2:30 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 3:00 in Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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