Photo courtesy of Manning-Heffern-O’Neill Funeral Home - Pawtucket
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Age 79
Leonora “Lee” Donovan, 79, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 11, 2022. She was the wife of the late John Donovan. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Aldina (Mello) Pita. Lee was a credit analyst for the former Fram Corporation for many years before retiring.
She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Burtan and her husband Rupert, her grandchildren, Donovan Burtan and Madison Burtan. She also leaves her brother, John Pita and his wife Carol. She was the mother of the late Gary Donovan and sister of the late Joseph Mello, Barney Pita, Manuel Pita, and Gloria Andrade.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, August 16th at 10 AM in Saint Teresa Church, 358 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Pawtucket Animal Shelter, in memory of Lee, would be greatly appreciated.
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You were such a special person and i will always remember you in my mind and in my heart. I will never forget the beautiful letter you sent me when i was in Edgehill. I also remember a funny store you told me about something that happened when i was an infant just a few weeks old. I pray you are up in heaven with God and those you love who are already their. God surely has another Angel by his side. ❤
James Kenney
August 17, 2022 | Las Vegas, NV | Family
Rest in peace Lee, I have missed your smile in church and think of you often...
My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of loss.
Linda Pichette
August 16, 2022 | Seekonk, MA | Friend
Lee was a special person and friend ,she lives behine a great sentimente of friendship .Lee is in God's Care NOw .Condolences to the Family .!!
Maria Abreu
August 14, 2022 | Pawtucket, RI
Lisa and family, So sorry to hear about your mom. I worked with Lee for 23 years at Fram we were great friends and had many laughs together. She has a special place in my heart.
Cheryl Fratus
August 13, 2022 | Lincoln, RI | Friend
Lee was always smiling and always laughing. Her sense of humor always prevailed. My condolences to her family.
Barbara Palombo Cilli
August 13, 2022 | Cumberland, RI | Coworker
Dear Lisa and family- sending my deepest condolences to you all. May happy memories keep her spirit alive. All the best.
Melissa Campbell
August 13, 2022 | Plainville, MA | Coworker
Lisa and family,
Lee was a remarkable woman. She began her mornings at Bally's with a smile and she always would share stories of her family with us. Lee was very proud of all of you! I'm happy to have had her as a friend.
Karen Menard
karen menard
August 13, 2022 | Pawtucket, RI | Friend
Lisa and family,
I do not have the words to express how sorry I am to hear about your mom.
Lee and I were such great friends at Fram.
We were still close for a long time after.
So many many fond memories I will always treasure. Lee, may you finally be at peace. God Bless my friend.
Cindy Sloane
August 12, 2022 | Seekonk, MA | Friend