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Gramps in his Army Uniform
September 18, 2008
Sean's BFD Graduation
September 18, 2008
Gramps and Sean Christmas 2005
September 18, 2008
The biggest dog lover! Sean Amstel and Gramps
September 18, 2008
Gramps and Patti
September 18, 2008
Kathy Landry
September 18, 2008
Sue,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. I felt like I knew him, through all the great stories you used to tell us. You and your family are in my prayers.
Suzan Nicholsoln
September 17, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about your father's passing and apologize that we didn't find out until after the funeral. Know that he is in a better place and remember all of the wonderful times that you shared with him. Your Mom and Dad were wonderful people and that is obvious when you look at the great family they raised. With deepest sympathy, Richie and Suzan Nicholson
Karen Harris MacNeill
September 17, 2008
So sorry to the entire Donnelly Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
joanne sprague
September 17, 2008
Mr D:
I am glad to know that you are now in the arms of your beloved and very special wife. To the family; Bob & I are very sorry for your loss he was a great man & true patriot. It was a privelage to know him.
Love Joanne & Bobby
Martin Joyce
September 17, 2008
Donnelly Family,
I just heard about your Dad, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Martin & Debbie Joyce
Trish Emmy Sean and Gramps
September 17, 2008
Mike Casey
September 16, 2008
Mr. Donnelly,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice-first for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during WW II and secondly for the citizens of Boston when you served with the BPD. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Rosemary Jaromin
September 16, 2008
To the Donnelly Clan,
Your Dad, Grandfather and Great Grandfather was one of the nicest, kindest and funniest men I have ever met. He was a wonderful husband and father. His values have been instilled in his family and his legacy will live on. I know how proud he was of each and everyone of you. All of you were his angels. I feel very fortunate to be a part of your extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
marianne cook
September 16, 2008
Sue,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
P.J. Coletta
September 16, 2008
To Peg and the rest of the Donnelly Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Although things may seem "empty", Your Dad could leave in the thought that you he had a large happy loving family. Our Nation, World and Boston has lost a good man from a very special generation. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Melissa Donnelly
September 16, 2008
Dear Grampa D,
We will love and miss you always. We are so thankful that Reese got to know and love her Great Gramps. Thank you for being such a special part of our lives.
We love you,
Michael, Melissa and Reese
Gramps with Sean Claire Sheila and Trish
September 16, 2008
Trish Emmy Sean and Grampa
September 16, 2008
Grampa as always loving his kids!
September 16, 2008
Grampa and Sean
September 16, 2008
Francis Aiken
September 16, 2008
Sean and Family I am sorry for your loss.
Patricia and David Aiken
September 16, 2008
Sean always spoke so highly of his Grandfather. The love for his grandaparents was so clear. Sean is a reflection of what a loving and wonderful family he came from. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Patty and David Aiken
Sean Donnelly
September 16, 2008
Thank you for being the best grandfather anyone could dream of having. Thank you for teaching me to love life and to do the right thing. Im happy that you are again in the arms of your true love, the amazing woman I called Nana. I wish you both eternal happiness and Love , always
Sheila Donnelly
September 15, 2008
Dear grampa, Thank you for being the grampa that you were.You were always there for me in good times and bad. Now I know your in a happy place with nana. I will miss you very much.Rest in peace. I will think of you always.I love you Sheila
Bobby Sarkissian
September 15, 2008
Dear Peggy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father
Love,
Bobby Sarkissian
Janice Hughes
September 15, 2008
Sheila, Claire, Sean, and Trisha I am so sorry for the loss of your grandpa. I only met him once , but the way sheila always talked about him and the stories she told all i could do was laugh. Hes watching over you all now, and keep the memories alive, he will never be far way. Luv ya (lamb chop) Janice
MAUREEN (donnelly) MAHONY
September 15, 2008
TO MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS
IT WAS A PRIVILEGE TO KNOW HIM, IT WAS A HONOR TO BE LOVED BY HIM ,AND WE WERE LUCKY TO CALL HIM DAD.
OUR PARENTS ALWAYS INSTILLED FAMILY VALUES AND GAVE US THE STRENGTH AND LOVE TO GET US THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF LOSS.
maureen (donnelly) mahony
September 15, 2008
TO MY BROTHERS & SISTERS
IT WAS A PRIVILEGE TO KNOW HIM, IT WAS A GREAT HONOR TO BE LOVE BY HIM AND WE ARE VERY LUCKY TO CALL HIM OUR DAD.
OUR PARENTS ALWAYS TAUGHT US THE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILY VALUES AND
THE LOVE THAT WILL GET US THROUGH OUR TIME OF GREAT LOSS.
helena & ronald burke
September 15, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
millie finn
September 15, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Sue MacLellan
September 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. Mr. & Mrs D were always there to act as everyone's parents when we were young. I have many fond memories of the whole family. I am sorry for your loss and to let you know I cannot attend the services but I am thinking about each of you.
Kelly Doherty
September 15, 2008
Uncle John, I will miss you always and think of you everytime I am eating icecream. Love you all
Melissa Viola
September 15, 2008
Maureen and Annie,
My deepest sympathies to you both.
Melissa (Faiella) Viola
Roberta Rossi
September 15, 2008
My prayers are with all of you. I will miss the stories that Mr. D would tell me and I fell for them everytime!! He will be missed by all.
Berta
M.J. NOLAN
September 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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