Donny Wayne Parmer

Donny Wayne Parmer, 45, of Guntersville, Alabama, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025. Born on November 6, 1980, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Donny was the son of Don and Patty Parmer. He spent his childhood in Manassas, Virginia and Mobile, Alabama before moving to Arab. After graduating from Arab High School in 2000, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps. Donny proudly served his country as a Marine through 2007. After being honorably discharged, he returned to the Marshall County area and made his home in Guntersville. Donny continued to pursue his passion for serving his country by joining AeroVironment, Inc., a leading global defense technology contractor. He traveled the world training military special forces and supporting their missions. Donny had a personality as big as his heart, and he never met a stranger. He was generous, always willing to help and gave freely without expecting anything in return. Donny was fiercely loyal and committed to his family and friends and found great joy in making others feel loved and happy. He enjoyed boating, hunting, fishing, Jeeps, Auburn football, and cooking in his outdoor kitchen. Most of all, Donny loved hanging out with his friends and was the life of every party. Donny is survived by his wife, Tina Parmer; his daughters, Abigail Parmer, Payten Parmer, Hartley Hill, and Johanna Hill; his siblings Paul Parmer, Shane Parmer, and Kristina (Parmer) Sweatt, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Donny is preceded in death by his parents, Don and Patty Parmer. Visitation will be held at the Guntersville Memorial Chapel on Monday, December 15th, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 16th, at the Guntersville Memorial Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Guntersville City Cemetery will follow the funeral service. Marine Corps military honors will be rendered at the graveside as a final demonstration of gratitude for Donny’s honorable service and dedication to his country. A Celebration of Life will be held later that evening at Bargo Farms. The family wishes to extend their deepest appreciation for the outpouring of support during this difficult time. Donny’s legacy will forever continue in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. Semper Fidelis.

Donny Wayne Parmer

November 6, 1980 - December 2, 2025