Donnie Lee Waters

Donnie Lee Waters, 43, departed his life on March 2, 2026, at Tidal Health Hospital in Salisbury, Maryland. He was born on January 10, 1983, to David Waters Sr. and the late Barbara Johnson. Donnie received his Christian upbringing at Collins Temple United Methodist Church in Snow Hill, Maryland, where he was nurtured in faith and guided by strong family values and a supportive church community. Donnie received his public education through the Worcester County and Wicomico County Public School Systems. Throughout his life, he was known for his quiet strength and determination. Donnie was employed at Amick Farms in Hurlock, Maryland, where he worked faithfully until his health began to decline. His dedication and work ethic were evident to those who worked alongside him. Donnie will be remembered for the love he shared with his family &&friends, and the lasting impressions he made on all who knew him. His presence brought comfort, laughter, and strength to those around him, and his memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. He leaves to cherish his precious memories his father, David Waters Sr, step-father Calvin Johnson; three loving sisters, Martina Johnson (Marcelin) of Easley, SC, Lokisha Bratten (Timothy) of Salisbury, MD, and Tykisha Johnson (Bobbie) of Fort Lee, VA; and his devoted twin brother, David Waters Jr of Easley, SC. Donnie also shared a special bond with his first cousins, who were like siblings to him: Jermaine Ayres (Nikole) of Salisbury, MD, and Michelle Ayres (Dontay) of Salisbury, MD. Uncles: Daniel Waters of Salisbury, MD, Sylvester Bratten of Snow Hill, MD, Ricky Waters of Girdletree, MD, Elizabeth (Clarence) Franklin, Joycelyn (Joe) Ayres, Faye (Allen) Gould all of Salisbury, MD, Candace Waters of Snow Hill, MD and Marian (Lorenzo) Taylor of VA. Nieces and nephews: Jomal Williams, Jeramiah Bratten, DeAsia Anderson, Davion and Malik Waters, Aaron Bratten, Janaiysha and J'Quan Johnson, Jariah Parker, Marlasia Moise, Elijah Redden, Christian Moise, and a host of cousins and dear friends who will continue to cherish his memory. Donnie was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Barbara Johnson, his maternal grandparents, Ernest and Helen Gillett, his paternal grandparents, Nelson and Wilsie Waters, an Uncle Ernest (Snook) Bratten, and a niece Chardaisah Jackson. Though Donnie's earthlyjourney has ended, the love he gave and the memories he created will live onforever in the hearts ofthose who knew and loved him. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."- Matthew 5:4

Donnie Lee Waters

January 10, 1983 - March 2, 2026