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Joseph Donahue Obituary
Born in Newton, Joe graduated from High Point Regional High School in 2009, where he both wrestled and played football and received an associates degree from Sussex County Community College. He had been employed as a arborist for his family business, McCullough Tree Experts. Joe was a lifetime member of the NRA, Ducks Unlimited, NWTF, and the Appalachian Bowman.
Joe is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife, Nicole C. (Armstrong) Donahue; his parents, Joseph P. Sr. and Sue Ellen (Klos) Donahue of Wantage; his two brothers, Gavin and Brennen Donahue, both of Wantage; his sisters-in-law, Jessie Voelker and her husband, Aaron, and Hallie Armstrong; and his boys, Gauge and Taz.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 23, at the Sussex Christian Reformed Church, 51 Unionville Ave., Sussex. Interment will follow at Beemerville Cemetery, Wantage. Friends may pay their respects to the family from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22, at the Pinkel Funeral Home, 31 Bank St. (Route 23), Sussex.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations may be made to High Point Regional High School, 299 Pigeon Hill Road, Sussex, N.J. 07461 to a scholarship set up in Joey's memory. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.pinkelfuneralhome.com.
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todd longcor
February 25, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 25, 2016
We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. The hurt will never go away but with time your good memories will carry you through. Wayne and Lydia Orr
The LoBue Family
February 25, 2016
We are so saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Our thoughts are with your entire family at this very difficult time. We will remember him for his very kind spirit when he worked at our property and his bubbly personality. He was a pleasure to be around and Heaven certainly gained a wonderful Angel.
Jill Wardle
February 23, 2016
The Wardle family sends Prayers to the Donahue family May God Bless you all
Jean Sanchelli-Adamsky
February 23, 2016
Nicole & all family members of your beloved Joseph
I am a resident of Whippany and our small town was fractured that fateful afternoon. Word spread quickly that there was a serious construction event at the site of what is suppose to be our new firehouse someday. As we quickly seen news media appearing on our TV stations we were not expecting to here such sad news.Immediately life stood still..This just could not be.We all prayed with all our hearts for those involved and those who witnessed the tragedy. The next morning was told by my sister that Joseph was a good friend of her nephew Joey Williamson from Sussex. With broken hearts, myself, Connie & Bobby Williamson (Tommy's brother) our deepest loving sympathy to you all. We will never understand why God chooses to take from us, but faith and hope will reunite us someday.Please know that Whippany's hearts are broken and may God hold Joseph in the palm of his hands!
James Longcor
February 23, 2016
Sorry for your lost, our payers and thoughts are with you James Longcor and family
M Smith
February 23, 2016
Prayers to the family on such a deep sad tragedy. May Joseph RIP. Though I didn't know Joseph, my heart breaks for the family. I grew up in Whippany,NJ.
February 23, 2016
Joe, Sue and family,
We were so sorry to learn of your sons accident. We passed the house Sunday and saw many vehicles but had no clue of what happened. So sad. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you while you mourn his loss. God bless.
Charlie and Marilyn Stipo
Ron Ayers
February 23, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 22, 2016
Sending prayers and condolences..heartfelt.
The Falveys
February 22, 2016
Nicole, Our hearts break for you There are no words for such a tragedy. You and Joe were the the perfect example of soulmates and true love.
To the Donahue family may the strength and love of all help you through the days ahead. RIP sweet young man.
The Accetta/Bennett family
Helen Woolley
February 22, 2016
To the Donahue/Armstrong Families, so very sorry to hear of your loss, such a tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
The Woolleys
Dan & Eileen Stevenfield
February 22, 2016
Joe, Sue and family
Deepest condolences for your loss. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. He now lives in your heart,in your memories and will be with you always. You have raised wonderful young men. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief
February 22, 2016
To Both the Armstrong Family and the Donahue family, Your children grew up to amazing adults and you should be so proud. It was an honor to see your children grow through the years and that you are all suffering so much. To Nikki, your a strong girl who doesn't deserve this but I know you will be able to pick yourself up. To the Donahues may god bless you for your loss, my heart is sick for you all and no words can take away the pain.
Our community suffered a great loss...
Lisa Premock
Jack & Eileen McDermott
February 22, 2016
Joe and family,
So sorry to hear of your sudden and tragic loss.Joe Jr was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Cary Noonan
February 22, 2016
Joey & family..so sorry to hear of your loss..May you find comfort in your memories..
Sarah
February 22, 2016
Didn't know you but RIP. I have a son your age and couldn't imagine losing him. God bless the family.
Jim Marsh
February 22, 2016
Very sorry for the family's loss.
Jim Marsh
February 22, 2016
So very sorry for the family's loss
Jamie Boyer
February 22, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Donahue and Armstrong family.
The D'Agostino Family
February 22, 2016
Joe was a man among men. Thinking of and praying for you all during this heartbreaking time.
Margie Kent
February 21, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Donahue and Armstrong family. We are truly sadden to hear of your loss. Sending prayers to you at this time of sorrow.RIP Joey.
Robert Bailey
February 21, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to family and friends.
God Bless.
allen weller
February 21, 2016
my deepest sympathies, my prayers are with you all.
The Capilli Family
February 21, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Donahue family.
Kelly Babcock
February 21, 2016
My deepest condolences to Nicole and the Donahue family. My heart breaks for u all..sending my prayers in this time of need.
Gary Nelson
February 21, 2016
Joe and family, sorry to hear about Joeys passing. Be strong because that's how Joey would want it.
February 21, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the Donahue and Armstrong families May God Bless you in time of sorrow. all our love and prayers,the Norman family
Marc Bordon
February 21, 2016
I am a childhood friend of Joseph's Uncle Jeremiah. I would like to offer my condolences to the entire Donahue family.
Linda Pelland
February 21, 2016
Prayers for his Family. And friends.
Daniel McGlew
February 21, 2016
Sorry for your loss - prayers and condolences to Joe, Nicole, and the entire Donahue family.
Frank & Lori Villecco
February 21, 2016
So sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Hofmann
February 21, 2016
So very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to help you through this very sad and difficult time.
The Hofmann Family
Laurie Swanson
February 21, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I have been thinking of your family. He was a bright, friendly young man who will be greatly missed.
The Musilli Family
February 21, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss and sorrow.
Christopher & Ruth Danyo
February 21, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to the family, God bless, stay strong.
Joe Dalrymple
February 21, 2016
Joe, Sue, and family, so sorry for your loss. Joey was a exceptional young man.
February 21, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe & Crystal Polyi
February 21, 2016
Joe Sr and family. So very sorry for your loss. Our sincerest condolences.
Duane & Karen Armstrong
February 21, 2016
Joey, Sue Ellen, boys, and the entire Donahue family, Nicole, Tom, Jessie, Hallie, and the entire Armstrong family......we have you all in our prayers and am deeply sorry! May God give you strength and healing in this difficult time.
Michael Weilamann
February 21, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Joe's family. Just a great young man, who I enjoyed covering during his wrestling days at High Point.
Meyers/Ryan family
February 21, 2016
Our hearts are full of sorrow for the loss if your beloved Joe. May you find strength in each other today and all your tomorrows. Please know that your community grieves with you and for you.
Robert/angela Viggiano
February 21, 2016
A life cut too short...heaven has a new star. RIP
Robett Schilling
February 21, 2016
Some things in life I'll just never understand. To take such a positive part away from so many lives so early is one of them. Miss you bro.
Dave Hughen
February 21, 2016
Dear Joe, Sue and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted by your many memories, love of family, and the many friends you can lean on during this time of sorrow.
Matt Luongo
February 21, 2016
R.I.P. Young man peace be with you and prayers to all
Lisa Dittemore
February 21, 2016
I am very sorry for your loss. Will keep your family in our prayers.
Trisha Riker-Gagnon
February 21, 2016
Prayers and strength to all....
Christine Smith
February 21, 2016
Nicole and Donahue Family
The Smith family sends our heart felt condolences.
Tim Donahue
February 21, 2016
The Best Man I Have Ever Known!
John Stead
February 21, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
February 21, 2016
RIP Joey
Kathy & Ken Collura
February 21, 2016
Dear Joe and Nicole, and to both of your families, our deepest sympathy for such an unexpected accident. We are deeply sad for your loss. The love Joe had for you will forever be in your hearts.
Michael Danyo
February 21, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Donahue family.
Jimmy and Sherry LaBar
February 21, 2016
Loved by so many...
Laurie Herman
February 21, 2016
My heart breaks for all of you! Joe and Sue I can't imagine your heart break. I know what your boys meant to you. Gavin and Brennen I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how you both looked up to Joe. Nicole I can't imagine your pain. You and Joe have been together forever and I can't imagine the loss you are feeling now. You two were soul mates. I'm so sorry for the loss you are all feeling. To all of you I'm so so sorry. I can only imagine your pain. May the memories and strength of each other get you through!
Emma Pollison. Ortiz
February 21, 2016
Dear Joe and family my heart hurts for your loss at this time. May you always be blessed and consoled by your family. My deepest condolences. God bless all of you always.
Lauren Spencer
February 21, 2016
Rest in paradise joey. You will be very missed!
George VanderMeulen
February 21, 2016
Joey and the entire Donahue family... words cannot express the sadness my family and I feel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, love you all.
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