Tami Sue (Bennington) Donaldson, 61, passed away while at the Daviess Community Hospital, Washington, Indiana, on June 21, 2024. She was born in Washington, Indiana, on September 12, 1962, to Philip Lee and Patricia Jean (Winterbottom) Bennington. On March 12, 1983, she married David Charles Donaldson, and he survives.
Tami was a 1980 graduate of Washington High School. She was employed at the Auto Clinic in Washington, Indiana, as a secretary and she also worked at The Bakery House. Tami loved going to the drag races and socializing with the racers. She was known to be very knowledgeable about cars, and auto mechanics. Tami was also an avid card player and enjoyed being a member of her Euchre Club. She was a member of the Moose Lodge.
Those who now mourn Tami’s passing include her husband of forty-one years, David Donaldson; her mother, Patricia Bennington of Washington; her daughters, Rachael Donaldson and Renee Huff, both of Washington. Tami was blessed with three grandchildren: Lainie Donaldson, Carli Huff, and Jase Huff; and she leaves siblings: Suzan (Kerry) Conklin of Fishers; Tim (Barbara) Bennington of Washington; and Tom (Tracy) Bennington of Washington. Tami also leaves thirteen nieces and nephews, and her beloved dog, Loki.
Tami was preceded in death by her father, Philip Bennington; and her brother, Tony Bennington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Tami’s name to either the Red Barn Rescue at 2109 North 75 East, Washington, Indiana 47501; or to Friends for Animals at PO Box 402, Washington, Indiana 47501.
The family is planning a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
The staff of Ed Lee Mortuary is honored to be entrusted with Tami Donaldson’s arrangements.
