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for John Donahue
Christine Brown-Canedo
November 11, 2009
I just learned of John's passing and I am shocked and deeply saddened. John was a great man, who cared about those around him. I'm sorry for his family and especially his children. My thoughts are with you.
Thomas Dunbar
August 24, 2009
I am John's law classmate from Mississippi. I just saw the announcement of his passing (8/24/09) as I was looking for his # to invite him to lunch when I visit SLC in September. John was a great guy. What was cause of death if you don't mind? My email is "[email protected]" Thank you, Tom Dunbar Jackson, MS
Yeo
July 9, 2009
A fine, friendly and gracious John Donahue, was who I met back in year the 2001, when his brother Matt and I visited Salt Lake City. It is unreal that he is gone now! May the beautiful memory of him stay with his friends, family and his two beautiful sons. May he rest in peace with angels guarding by his side.
Yeo,
sisiter-in-law
wife of Matt Donahue
M Williamson
July 8, 2009
I was a former client and friend of John's; he helped me after his dear friend and colleague Gordon Jensen passed away. I would run into John occasionally over the past several years and he never forgot me. He was so kind and gracious, I always thought very highly of him. He was a wonderful attorney who showed genuine compassion for his clients and a stand-up guy. I will miss him dearly.
M. Williamson (SLC, Utah)
June 18, 2009
The date and time of the memorial service for John takes place in Salt Lake City on Saturday, July 11, at 3pm at Red Butte Garden of the University of Utah. We are going to dedicate a tree there in his name. We will have a burial for him in Maumee, Ohio in April 2010. I will post that information here when we have decided on that.
Matt Donahue
April 25, 2009
Hello there, this is John's brother Matt, it is very kind of you folks to write such kind messages and rememberances of my brother John. It is great to see the love and support that he had from so many people. These kind words of love and support will surely help to put his soul in a peaceful place. Know that my family and I truly appreciate it.
take care
Matt Donahue
Paul Donahue
April 24, 2009
Hi,
I am John's brother Paul and I am writing to tell you how touched I am to have found your messages. There will be a memorial celebration for John in Salt Lake City on July 11, 2009; and a burial for him in Maumee, Ohio, probably in April 2010. Please attend if you can. If you would like to find out the exact location and time of the event in Salt Lake and/or the time, location and date of the Maumee one, just send me an email at: [email protected], and I will be happy to contact you.
Sincerely,
Paul Donahue
an old friend
April 19, 2009
I met John when he was in law school. Those were the days! I enjoyed knowing him. We lost touch. too many years. I googled him today out of the blue. What a sad realization that he is gone. I offer my sympathy and condolences to his loved ones. I loved him too.
Karen Miller
April 8, 2009
Family and Friends,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of such a fine man. I was happy to call him friend during his years at Weber State, and what a joy he was to be around. I hadn't thought about him in years when I started searching today. My heart is saddened but I feel honored to have known him.
Don Magee
April 8, 2009
John and I met in law school. His great laugh and smile won everyone over. He was a good person and a fine friend. I feel honored to have known him. Godspeed, John.
Rick Gould
April 7, 2009
Wow, I am just so sad to learn of John's death. I have great memories of cruisin' around Maumee/Toledo with him on Friday nights in high school. He was so much fun and had a great spirit. I especially remember a trip several of us made to Akron, OH where he was mistaken for Peter Frampton (at least that's how I remeber it!)
Dave Giddens
April 7, 2009
I am saddened to hear of John's passing. I have fond memories of him visiting me in Ft. Lauderdale, FL when I lived there in the early 1980's. I knew him to be a thoughtful person who loved life.
Cathy Paiz
April 6, 2009
Dear Donahue Family,
I am saddened to hear of your loss of John. He had such a contageous smile and laugh. John will be missed by many.
God bless. Your family is in my prayers and thoughts.
Mark Sass
April 6, 2009
Dear Donahue Family,
I am so sorry to have learned of John's passing. My deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences. John and I graduated from Maumee High School together, were fellow "Betas", and I have fond memories of time spent with him many moons ago. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take good care and may God bless always.
Jennifer McKay-Walker
April 6, 2009
I am truly sorry to hear of John's passing. We had a lot of fun in the 80's and I always enjoyed being in his company. His bubbly personality was infectious to those around him.
kevin sutterfield
April 6, 2009
John was a first rate lawyer and a gentlemen. I always appreciated his pleasant disposition and his ability to see the good in others. He was a lover of golf and zealously represented his injured clients. He will be missed by all of us who had the privilege to practice law or play a round of golf with him.
Tracey Tabet
April 6, 2009
In 20 years of friendship, John enriched my life in a way few people have. I am so grateful for the memories--now more than ever. We spent a lot of time reminiscing in the past year, but I enjoyed hearing about his boys most. We agreed there is no greater joy than being a parent. For all who loved John, I offer the words of Henry Scott Holland:
"Death is nothing at all. It does not count. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well. Nothing is hurt; nothing is lost. One brief moment and all will be as it was before. How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting, when we meet again."
Patricia Shaw
April 6, 2009
I was very surprised and sadden to learn of the passing of John. He represented me at one time. My prayers go out to all of the family. My deepest condolenses.
Tamara
April 6, 2009
John and I met over a fortune cookie when he was still a law clerk. We shared some special times (many moons ago). I remember how fondly he spoke of his parents and I have no doubt he was a great father to his sons. I was shocked to learn of his passing, but I'm convinced he has found a pristine green at this point. God Bless his family during this sorrowful time. My prayers are with you.
Will Hadley
April 6, 2009
I was truly shocked and surprised to hear of John's passing. He was a good man and I'll miss him on the course and the courthouse as he always had a smile and a good story. My thoughts to you all.
Tricia Haley
April 5, 2009
John was a wonderful man and good friend to all. He will be missed
Scott Gould
April 5, 2009
Deb, Alex, Connor and the Donahue Family,
My deepest heartfelt condonlences to you all. I am Truly Sorry to hear of John's passing.
John and I first met while cutting his hair back in his Law School days. Needless to say we have shared alot of life with one another. In all the things John did and went through in his life, the one constant thing he shared with me was how much he Loved his Boys ! How proud they made him feel !
John my Friend,
I'm Sorry you are longer with us any more. It was truly an Honor to know you and share life with you and more importantly the Honor of calling you my Friend. As Mr. Durante would say " Thanks for the Memories. "
May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.
God Speed to you John !!!
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