Helen J. Donovan

Helen Donovan Obituary

95, of West Yarmouth, died June 27, 2008. Wife of the late John J. Donovan. Mother of John J. Donovan, Jr. of Sudbury, Marilyn Timbers of New Canaan, CT, Barbara Mills of Stoughton, Claire Bizier of Hanson, Rita Doyle of Seal Harbor, ME, Patricia Bates of Whitman, and Marie Fletcher of West Yarmouth. Loving sister of Rita McGaffigan of Plymouth. Also survived by twenty-two grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, James J. Cronin. Funeral Services will begin at 9 AM Tuesdaym July 1 in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., SOUTH YARMOUTH to be followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 AM in Saint Pius Tenth Church, Station Ave., South Yarmouth. Interment will follow in Chandler Gray Cemetery, West Yarmouth. Visiting hours will be held from 5 to 8 PM Monday, June 30 in the Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Cape Cod, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601. Funeral Services will begin at 9 AM in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth to be followed by a Funeral Mass in Saint Pius Tenth Church, Station Ave., South Yarmouth. Interment will follow in Chandler Gray Cemetery, West Yarmouth. Visiting hours will be held 4-6 PM Monday, June 30 in the Funeral Home. Hallett Funeral Home South Yarmouth, MA www.hallettfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 29, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Donovan

14 Entries

Margaret E Flagg

June 23, 2022

Helen lives in my heart for the enormous love which she showed for so many, including myself.
She was and is a blessing.

Margaret Flagg

June 23, 2020

I would say the same thing I said last year and add that that love like hers is so needed now in this time of division and disease.

Margaret Flagg

June 23, 2019

The love she gave will never be forgotten. We have been blessed.

Patty Bates

July 26, 2008

"You're Beautiful, so beautiful"
I miss you so much. Take care of my Johnny.
I love you Mommy,
your daughter,
Patty

Cecile Wend

July 11, 2008

I will cherish the memory of last summer's afternoon together talking and eating crackers and cheese. I feel so thankful that I have been able to spend time with you at your home. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Marie and your family at this time.

Daniel Donovan

July 9, 2008

Gram, I love and miss you everyday! Hugs and Kisses XXOO

Dan

Marie Fletcher

July 5, 2008

Mom,
I think of you every day.
You always said, "Have a good cry, but don't dwell on the sadness.
You were all good kids and I want you to have happy memories."

I love you forever,
your daughter Marie

Claire Bizier

July 3, 2008

Mom, I'm missing you. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Our family will continue to make memories to cherish and pass on to the children. Take care of our Suzanne. Love you, your daughter Claire

Donna Henderson

July 3, 2008

Claire's friend

Barbara Mills

July 3, 2008

Mom, you will always be in my heart! All the memories I have because of you will help me continue through the years without you. Now, I will pass my memories to my little ones and make new memories so they can learn how to live through stories. All my love forever! Your daughter, Barbara

Margaret & Jeff Flagg

June 30, 2008

Rarely in our lives does a light shine so brilliantly yet gently as was that of Helen Donovan. It will illuminate our hearts and remain forever with us as the surety that amidst the darkness which abounds in life there is a higher ground for us all—the one which she tread for 95 years—the one of love of family and of the extensive circle who knew her as friend. She gave this love to so many of us who were its beneficiaries. It was as unconditional as earthly love can get—it was that of a mother who understood those whom she loved, provided wise counsel when she felt it could be helpful and reveled in our presence just the way we were.

Arthur McDevitt

June 29, 2008

Claire:

My thought and prayers are with you and your family.

Art McDevitt
St. Theresa's '61

Kate Timbers xoxo

June 29, 2008

Even though we will no longer feel the warmth of your kindness and the gentleness of your touch; even though we will no longer sit by your side as you share with us your extraordinary life stories; even though we will no longer shake our heads in amazement as you soundly defeat us in Scrabble or polish off a Sunday crossword puzzle in the blink of an eye; even though we will no longer find you waiting for us with a bright smile and opened arms in your sunny front kitchen when we arrive on Cape Cod; even though we will no longer see you again, dear Grammy, we will always and forever keep you -and all our memories of you- deep within our (broken) hearts. With all my love ...

Robin Rivers

June 29, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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