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Andrew Joseph Donato, of Reno, Nevada, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2010 after complications from heart surgery. Born in Albany, New York on May 1, 1951, to Louis and Regina Donato, Andy graduated with a bachelor's degree from SUNY Albany in 1974. He moved to Reno in 1976 where he has resided with his family until the time of his passing. Andy was a devoted member of his community and recently celebrated 34 years of service working at Harrah's Reno. He is survived by Cookie, his loving wife of 28 years; devoted daughters, Rebecca Erin and Jennifer Megan; brothers, Robert, David and his wife Linda, Phillip and his wife Debbie; sisters, Rosemary, and Diane and her husband Dan; brother-in-law, Richard Greer; many nieces and nephews; son-in-law, Russell; and close family friend and confidant, Dennis Crane. A celebration of life will be held Thursday at Harrah's Hotel and Casino from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Andrew J. Donato Memorial Fund at Wells Fargo Bank. A local memorial gathering is being planned, please contact family for details.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Mar. 17, 2010.

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Becca Donato-Hardie

April 8, 2010

We are holding a wake for Andy at Ceol Irish Pub on Sunday, April 11th, 2010, from 3:30-6:30, it is an open wake, potluck style, please join us in celebrating Andrew's Life.

Donna Henderson

March 21, 2010

Cookie, I am so sorry to hear about Andy, we worked at Harrah's together for 20 years. My prayers are with you and your family. God be with you. Donna Henderson

Angel Donato

March 21, 2010

I haven't seen Andy since we were kids but I remember him as very sweet and loving. My prayers and thoughts go out to all the lives he has touched.........His body may have perished, but his spirit will remain and be cherished!
Cousin Angel (Susie) Donato
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Michelle (Moonchaser) Zukovsky

March 19, 2010

Cookie - I know there are no words that can fill the void in your heart. But please know, I am so very sorry for you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers...

Nina Gallagher

March 19, 2010

Dear Cookie, I am so sorry to hear about Andy, we worked together for a few years in Pit 3 on Day shift. I left Harrah's in 94 but always remembered Andy for his dedication towards his Family and Harrah's. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Nina (Pagone) Gallagher and husband Dennis

Greg Ryan

March 18, 2010

Dear Cookie and family,

I am very sorry to hear about Andy. He was such a great friend and I know he will be missed by many. My condolenses to you and your girls. If there's anything I can do, please let me know. I'll call you in a couple of weeks to see how you're doing.

Sincerely,

Greg Ryan

March 18, 2010

Dear Donato family,
My brother Frank just called me with the sad news of Andy's passing. I knew Andy from the time I was 15 and he was 17. He was my best friend and a very thoughtful person. He helped me through some very difficult times.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am glad my husband Bruce and I had a chance to meet you and the girls when my aunt passed away in Reno.

My condolences to David, Phil, Bob, Rosemary, and Diane.

Jacky Bode Marston
Rutland, VT.

Lee Espino

March 18, 2010

Dear Cookie, Rebecca, and Jennifer,

Althought many years have passed since Andy and I have lived in the same town, my memories of Andy's friendship have not dimished. From first meeting Andy at Craps dealer school to your wedding and my wedding, I have felt a close bond with Andy. The news of Andy's passing has saddened me deeply. May your memories of your life with Andy support and sustained you through this difficult period.

Lee Espino

Margaret "Meg" Flint

March 17, 2010

Cookie:

I was really caught off guard to run across this very sad news...I know it's been years but I want you to know my heart goes out to you...I still remember your wedding at Washoe Lake...It was a beautiful day.

Please know my thoughts are with you.

Jamie Martino

March 17, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss; I can't be there tomorrow but know I will be thinking of you and your family.

Brieanna Robertson

March 17, 2010

Cookie, Becca and Jenna- You know how much I love all of you. I wish so much I could be there to lend my support tomorrow, but I have to work and am unable to get out of it. Please know my heart is with you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

John Bailey

March 17, 2010

Dear Donato Family,

Andy and I were close friends through high school and college. While our lives took us in different directions I have thought of him many times over the years. I still drive by the family home on Font Grove road from time to time and find myself smiling. He was a great friend. Bless all of you.

Bill & Susan Burtch

March 17, 2010

Cookie,Becca & Jenna:

Our Deepest sympathies to you!! We are saddened by the passing of Andy but know that he is in a beautiful place; in heaven, in your hearts, and in all those hearts he has touched! We are here for you always. Please do not hesitate to reach out. We are only over the hill now!! Our home is your home!! All Our Love

March 17, 2010

To Cookie and family, and all of Andy's brothers and sisters: It's been many years since I've seen Andy, but I never forgot what a great guy he was. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Bill Race, Springfield Virginia

March 16, 2010

Cookie and girls,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Andy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Andy and you have been great friends over the past 30 some years.. He WILL be missed by all the people he met. As always if there is anything we can help with please don't hesitate to ask..

Al & Paula Ponsock

Kathy Weis

March 16, 2010

Cookie, Becca and Jen,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. There are no appropriate words to say at this time. Keep all your wonderful memories close to your hearts. Much love.

March 16, 2010

To the Donato Family;
Both Kim and I just lost our fathers, this last year, and our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult and sorrowful time. God bless you all!
Gene & Kim Landfather

March 16, 2010

Cookie,
I'm so sorry to hear of Andys passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
Carol Slaughter

Clayton Davis

March 16, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Kathy Clarke

March 16, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

MARY /HAROLD

March 16, 2010

TO THE FAMILY OF ANDY DONATO YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ,TAKE CARE HAROLD AND MARY M.

Dave Catron

March 16, 2010

Cookie
We were so sad to hear about Andy. Our hearts go out to you and your daughters. May the love of friends and family carry you through these tough times.
If there is anything that we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.
Andy was such a true friend.
Dave & Wendie Catron

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