Donna Welborn

Donna Jean Welborn, age 70, passed away on May 17, 2021 at her home after a lengthy illness. She was born to Claude and Betty Dendy on July 14, 1950 in Portales, NM. Donna was a fun loving, passionate person that had a gift for always knowing the right words to say, especially to help a person that was going through difficult times. She graduated in 1995 from Eastern NM University with a Masters Degree in Psychology. She worked for several years with the NM Horseman’s Association where she developed a love for horses and met her life partner, Wayne Noel. Donna was loved by all that had a chance to know her and will be greatly missed by many.

She is survived by her partner in life, Wayne Noel. Two sons along with their spouses; Jason and Pam Welborn; Quinton and Belinda Welborn. Grandchildren; Julia, Allyson, Todd and Kenneth Welborn. Brother, Jimmy and his spouse Charlotte Dendy. Sister, Janet and her spouse Eugene Cross. She also had many nieces, nephews and cousins in whom she loved dearly.