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JAMES DONOVAN Obituary
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for JAMES DONOVAN
Mary Sances
February 9, 2021
To Jimmy's family, I am so sorry for your loss. May Jim rest peacefully in the loving arms of Jesus. I'm going to miss him on Saturday afternoons.
Dorothy May
February 9, 2021
He was the nicest guy; always saying hello, smiling and waving at me whenever he visited his friend Sammy. I live across the street from Sammy.
Beth Gregorio O’Halloran
February 9, 2021
Very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. I will miss talking with him on the bench on the way out the Island. Sending all of you heartfelt condolences and healing prayers. RIP Jim.
Joe Stafford
February 9, 2021
Hi Jimmy and Family, so sorry for the loss of your father, he was a great guy, always had a smile on his face and a greeting when you bump into him walking his dog along the boulevard. Sorry we can’t be with you to celebrate his life, in Florida with parents, you are all in our prayers.
Love, The Stafford Family.
CURTY LEE
February 8, 2021
JIMMY WAS ONE SOUTHIE’S FINEST GUYS. HE ALWAYS HAD A HELLO FOR ME AND I TREASURED THAT. HE AND SAM ALEXANIAN WOULD BE HOLDING COURT ON THEIR BENCH WITH OTHER ASSORTED CHARACTERS. II WILL MISS HIS KISSES AND HUGS. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS CHILDREN AND GRANDKIDS. MUCH LOVE, CURTY
Ruth
February 8, 2021
I will miss Jimmy’s presence in this town. He always greeted me with a big hug and smile. I’ll miss seeing him driving around in his car and down the island. He was always so sweet to me and I’ll truly miss him.
Jimmy McDonough
February 8, 2021
Condolences to the Donovan family for your loss
Jill Nash (Foley)
February 7, 2021
Lynn,Joe and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Remember the good times. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Steve & Pat Foley
February 7, 2021
Joe & Lynn & families:
So sorry to hear the passing of your Dad. May your memories bring you comfort during this trying time.
Allan and Joan McEwen
February 7, 2021
May you RIP Jim. Carol is waiting for you.
Danny and Tricia Gillis
February 7, 2021
Lynne and family , As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lorraine Butler
February 7, 2021
He is now resting in peace
billy o;neill jr
February 6, 2021
coach donovan was our football coach with the south boston town team
a great coach but better person.rip coach.
billy o;neill jr.
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