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Michael Donohue Obituary
Michael Frederick Donohue, 51, passed away on November 8, 2010 at his Redding home. Born on September 19, 1959 in Jamestown, New York to William and Mary Donohue. The family moved to Redding in the summer of 1962. Mickey lived in many places: Sacramento, Hawaii and Crescent City, but he always returned to Redding. Mic had a love of hang gliding, sailing and motorcycles, the latter which he made his profession as the owner and ace-mechanic of a Redding motorcycle shop with his nephew and buddy Ben, whom he affectionately called "Ben-Jamin". He had a love of music and was a self-taught banjo player. Mic could always be found with his faithful dog Zoomer at his side.
Mike is survived by his son Dillon, his brother Bill of Richmond, CA, sisters Patricia Chiementi of Half Moon Bay, CA, Kathy (Butch) Ascherman and Teresa (Wayne) Giles of Redding, CA. He also leaves behind nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles and many friends, some life long.
Services will be held Friday, November 26, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Allen & Dahl Funeral Home, 9110 Deschutes Rd., Palo Cedro, CA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Donohue
Teri Patik
August 14, 2024
It´s been almost 14 years since we lost our friend, Mick, and I rarely see a motorcycle that his memory does not come into my mind. Rest in peace, Mick. You deserve to be remembered with love and a smile
Patricia Chimienti (Donohue)
January 25, 2024
Mick Star.. my bro. here are three pics of you. A baby back in Jamestown NY, A teen (least 16) on one of your first motorbikes and you about at 50. you were big with the ladies and always gave your fullest in what ever endeavor you pursued. I never saw this this 2024, 14 years after your passing. Miss you my brother. P.A. Chimienti (Larry, Tom, Ashley)
James Donohue
April 15, 2013
Mickey,was trying to find you on the internet, I regret the search. It was along time ago we shared a room,laughter and dreams.You were the closest thing I had to a little brother.Never forgot you just wish I stayed in touch.till we meet again Cuzz.
Cappy Ascherman
December 22, 2010
To my little brother Mickey (Fred-Long), From the day you were born, to the move to California, the long bike rides into the woods and playing in the treehouse. The memories go on and on. I miss you so. Enjoy the greatest sail ride ever as you ride the waves of Heaven. I hope the waves are big and you get a thrill with each one. I love you so, Your Middle Sister, Cappy-Short
Ben Snyder
December 17, 2010
Mickey, You are a great uncle and an even better friend. you taught me so much over the years, You always inspired me to step outside and have fun, to test the boundaries and live life. I cherish every motorcycle ride we went on, from the first rides as an infant to the 170 mph high speed runs just to say we did it...I love every note we played together on the banjo and guitar, and the encouragement that went along with it. I miss you so much bud. Continuare a vela!
Scott & Rebeccah Marr
November 30, 2010
God Bless and smooth sailing
Bill Zirkle
November 28, 2010
Donohue Family I'm sorry for your loss. Even though I hadn't seen Mic in a while, I stilll remember some fun times we had growing up. Mic and your family are in our thoughts.
Tita Giles
November 26, 2010
Mic Starr, I will miss your drive byes at work in your little red car with the horn tooting and Zoomer barking. You singing Love Girl to the tune of Love Boat that you would sing to me. Your excitement of learning more music on your banjo that you would play for me on the phone. And your beautiful newscaster hair that I was always envious of. I will miss you little brother. Love, Love, T Star
Tita Giles
November 26, 2010
Mic Starr, I will miss your drive by in your little red car with your red dog tooting your horn and Zoomer barking at work. Your Love Girl songs you would sing to me. Your excitement at your banjo playing that you would want me to hear. And your beautiful newscaster hair that I was always envious of. I will miss you little bro, Love, Love. T Star
Bill Donohue
November 26, 2010
The last time I saw Mic we played a little guitar and banjo music. It made him very happy. For a beginner, he was pretty damn good on the banjo. I'm gonna miss our weekly phone talks, where we'd talk about politics, finance and the future. Mic, I'm really gonna miss you a lot, brother! I hope you and Zoom are sailing calm waters now.
Anne Greenwald
November 25, 2010
Mickey You will be missed by your friends and family.
November 24, 2010
We know how difficult this past week has been for your family. You have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Pat and Jack Phelps
Annie
November 24, 2010
Michael always made me smile and he shared hugs and stories as well. I ran into him this fall at the Sundial Bridge and will cherish the hugs I got from him. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to his family. He will be missed by all who knew him.
November 24, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Polly, Chris, Jack and Elsa Sierk
Sandy & Bill Schutz
November 23, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Heather Szychulda
November 23, 2010
Micky was a good friend and he will be greatly missed. I think he finally had his sailboat ready for the water. Hope he got to use it. Thoughts and prayers go to his family. Take care and know that he is in a better place. From all of his friends at West Marine
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