A loving and devoted son, husband, and brother, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, his uncles Lee Bills and Ronnie Cheek, and his cousins Ray Cheek and Susan Bills.
He is survived by wife, Erika McFall Cheek; mother, Polly Bills of Lafollette; father, Kenneth Cheek of Jellico; brothers, Ben Cheek and wife Ashley of Jacksboro, Timothy Cheek and wife Tiffany of Jellico, Daniel Cheek and wife Cristy of LaFollette and Preston Brock of LaFollette; sisters, Maria Cowan of Benton, KY and Chrissy Young and Husband Adam of Jellico; 15 nieces and nephews: Melinda, Devin, Melody, Dillon, Dalton, Derick, Gabriel, Vincent, Desmond, and Dawson Cheek; Connor, Axel, and Alivia Cowan; and Raina and Harmony Young.
Donny was loved by everyone who knew him. He touched many lives and consoled many hearts. He was the best kind of person, full of love, kindness, and understanding. He will be truly missed and loved forever.