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Dr. William F. Donovan Jr.

Burlington and New Britain, Connecticut

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DONOVAN, Dr. William F., Jr. Dr. William F. Donovan Jr., 79, of Burlington, husband of Faith Ann (Ruszala) Donovan, died suddenly Thursday (January 10, 2008). Born in Camden, NJ, the son of the late William F. Donovan Sr. and the late Rebecca (Peterson) Donovan, he received a Bachelor of...

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Dear Faith,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's death. A great man. He always made us laugh and enjoy life. Much to admire in Bill.

Lennie Mullaney

Faith,

I regret that I am not in Connecticut to attend Bill's service. I will carry fond memories of Bill riding his bike to the library and reading the paper by the our fireplace.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories as they will bring you much needed comfort.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Bill Donovan. The staff will miss seeing him in the library.

Marie Spratlin Hasskarl, Director
Burlington Public Library

Dr Donovan at a retirement photo in The Herald 1992

I would like to say "Thank You" to Dr Donovan for being such an understanding teacher when I was in a certain situation.

It seemed that I was doing great in his Essay tests for History 261 in 1990. I got a B , B then I got an "F" in the third test which was a multiple choice (which I am not good at anyway--have always prefered essays over multiple choices) and knowing that the final exam would be another multiple choice test. The lowest would be dropped and fearing that I might do...

Our deepest sympathy for the entire family in this difficult time. Peace be with you all. Love Jon & Michele(sister of Dale)

Faith,
My deepest sympathy for your lose. At any occasion that Bill, you and I happened to be together, he always impressed me as worldly, intelligent, adventurous and a sincerely warm man.

I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. Donovan's passing. I have fond memories of my days at TCC where he was a great friend and teacher.

Roger Carlson
Class of 59

Sharon & Family:

Sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. He seemed like a real fine man. My condolences to you and your family.