JOSEPH L DONATI

1957 - 2025

Joseph Leonard Donati passed away on the morning of September 10, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on February 3, 1957, in Santa Barbara, CA, to Joe and Ann Donati.
Joe graduated from Lodi High School in 1975, where he lettered in varsity tennis. He graduated from Delta Community College and attended Santa Barbara City College. In 1984, he married Starr Henderson and together they shared 39 years of marriage and raised two sons, Todd and Chaz.
From an early age, Joe was happy with a hammer, nails and wood that developed into a love for carpentry, his lifelong career. He was a hard-working, accomplished builder, specializing in both commercial and residential real estate. He also found joy designing, creating and working in his yard. His most cherished memories were made at the hockey rink, where he proudly supported his sons on the ice and faithfully served as a penalty box attendant. He never missed a game or event. Joe also enjoyed skiing, backyard barbecues, driving the ski boat, playing tennis and golf, and, above all, spending quality time with his grandchildren. Joe was a devoted father, husband, son, grandfather, and brother.
Joe is preceded in death by his father Joseph C. Donati. He is survived by his mother, Ann Donati, his two sons, Todd (Jennifer) and Chaz Donati and the mother of his children, Starr Donati He also leaves behind his beloved grandsons, Joseph H. and Jackson Donati, his brothers, Jeff (Jerri) and John (Lisa), as well as his nephew, Joseph D. (Tacie) Donati and niece Jordan (Rob) Maitland.
His family will celebrate his life in a private service.
May he rest in peace.
February 3, 1957 – September 10, 2025