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WILLIAM J. DONOVAN

1943 - 2017

WILLIAM J. DONOVAN obituary, 1943-2017, Franklin, MA

BORN

1943

DIED

2017

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Charles F. Oteri and Son - Franklin Funeral Home - Franklin

33 Cottage Street

Franklin, Massachusetts

WILLIAM DONOVAN Obituary

DONOVAN, William J. 73, of Franklin, formerly of Watertown, May 28, 2017. Husband of the late Ellen F. (McManus) Donovan. Father of Michael J. Donovan of Franklin, Brian J. Donovan of Milford, Colleen M. Swenson and her husband Tom of Franklin, Patricia A. Ballarino and her husband Mark of Franklin & William J. Donovan and his wife Deirdre of Franklin. Brother of John L. Donovan & Margaret M. Maillet, both of Maine and the late Robert L. Donovan. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Alyssa, Matthew & Stephanie Donovan, Kevin, Meaghan & Kathryn Swenson, Sean, Sam & Jack Donovan, Melanie & Thomas Ballarino, James & Ellen Donovan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral Thurs., June 1st at 9:15AM from Charles F. Oteri & Son Franklin Funeral Home, 33 Cottage St., FRANKLIN, followed by a graveside service at St. Mary's Cemetery, Beaver St., Franklin at 10AM. Interment will follow. Calling hours are Wed. from 6-8PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be sent to Community VNA Hospice, 10 Emory St., Attleboro, MA 02703. Guestbook/directions www.oterifuneralhome.com Charles F. Oteri & Son Funeral Home 508-528-0011

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Published by Boston Globe from May 29 to May 30, 2017.

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June 8, 2017

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Lindsay

June 3, 2017

" I am very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength through the power of prayer. Philippans 4:6,7"

Wendy McCarthy

June 2, 2017

To the Dononvan Family, I am very sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers to all of you at this time.
Sincerely, Wendy (Byrnes) McCarthy and family.

May 30, 2017

My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4

JD

May 30, 2017

May your Fond Memories of your Father help to ease your sorrow. ...John 5:25-29; Ps 37:29

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May

31

Calling hours

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Charles F. Oteri and Son - Franklin Funeral Home - Franklin

33 Cottage Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Jun

1

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Charles F Oteri And Son-Franklin Funeral Home

33 Cottage St, Franklin, MA

Jun

1

Graveside service

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Cemetery

Beaver St, Franklin, MA

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Charles F. Oteri and Son - Franklin Funeral Home - Franklin

33 Cottage Street, Franklin, MA 02038

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