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Donald A. "Donny" Nave

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Donald Nave Obituary

age 65 of South Boston, passed away on February 29th, 2020. Beloved companion of 29 years to the love of his life Katie McAuliffe, who was the best thing that's ever happened to him. Loving son of Mary (Byrnes) and the late Donald Nave of South Boston. Dear brother of Denise Landman of Braintree, David Nave of South Boston, Darlene Flaherty, her fiance Michael McCarthy of South Boston. Father of Kathleen Talbot Piccinin, her husband Kevin of West Roxbury, Joseph Talbot, his wife Katherine of Milton, Timothy Talbot and companion Erin Ferris of Dorchester. Loving Papa to Julia, Anthony, Grace and Joseph. Loving uncle to his five nephews.Treasured playing golf with his good friend Michael Healey. Forever loved by his fur babies who he always cared for. Visiting hours in the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St. South Boston, Wednesday from 4-8PM. Funeral Mass in Gate of Heaven Church, 615 East Fourth St. South Boston, Thursday at 10AM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Relatives and friends are invited to attend all services. Donny was a retired member of the Laborer's Union, Local 223. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Donny's memory to the Animal Rescue League, 10 Chandler St. Boston, MA 02116.



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Published by Boston Herald from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2020.

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Michael thomas

May 31, 2020

My kind friend from the 80's when life was enjoyable, donny brought a smile to everyone who knew him.
a gental, kind spirit that will be remembered with a return smile,, thank you donny for all the great memories.
Missed by your friend michael thomas

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a loved one

Sent Flowers

March 3, 2020

Donny was the nicest guy in the world. Not a mean bone in his body. He was kind, funny and generous. He will be missed.
Rod and Barbara Macdonald

Joan Collins

March 2, 2020

To Donny's family and Katie and children.
Donny was the funniest and most lovable guy. always a big hello and a big smile everyday on west and east broadway walking his doggies. May you all have peace in your life knowing Donny is in heaven making them all laugh....Until We Meet Again my friend...xoxo

Anne Rheault

March 2, 2020

Katie , Kids and Donnys Family ,
My Condolences in the passing of Donny . He was truly a great guy . I"ll remember him always being so very kind and with big a smile .
He will be missed for sure .
My Heart Brakes for you all . Again my Condolences to you all .
Rest Is Peace Donny

Joe Genevich

March 2, 2020

Just a great down to earth funny guy. Always had a lot of laughs whether golfing or just pumping a few down. You're now free of pain and playing on the great golf course in the sky surrounded by all the pups you've loved in your life. Rest in peace my friend.

John MULLIGAN

March 2, 2020

What a great guy, to know Donnie was to love him will miss him

Doreen White

March 2, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joe Scully

March 2, 2020

He was one of the greatest guys I have ever known. He would do anything for anybody. Rest In Peace my friend. Love you. We will miss you, Joe Scully and Chris Poulos Southie

Bill McNally

March 2, 2020

Shared lots of laughs with Donny playing golf and the ponies at Saratoga. He'll be missed by many. Rest In Peace my friend.

Honey Earner

March 1, 2020

Dear MARY I am so heartfully sorry for the loss of your son, may he be in peace now that he is in God's arms. And to Katie who has lost the love of her life, hugs and prayers

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