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Edward Donate Obituary
Edward was born on October 3, 1928 to Bernadino and Martina Donate and has been a resident of Petaluma for the last 53 years after moving there from Oxnard.
Edward served in the Army during the Korean War and was a very proud patriot.
He is survived by his loving wife of 75 years, Gloria Donate, 4 children, 13 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.
Edward is preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
We will miss our beloved father, and grandfather and will cherish all the memories we shared.
A viewing will take place at the Reardon Funeral Home, 511 N. A St. Oxnard, CA 93030, on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 from 4 pm to 9 pm with a recital of the Rosary at 6:30 pm. The funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at Santa Clara Church, 323 S. E St. Oxnard, CA 93030 at 10 am. The burial will immediately follow at Santa Clara Cemetery, 2370 N. H St. Oxnard, CA 93036.
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Leroy and Edna Wright
March 5, 2023
The Donate Family...so sorry to hear of Edward's passing ..he was our neighbor on Colwood Drive for over 40 years until we moved away. He was a very kind and his family meant the world to him .May all your memories stay close to your hearts. Leroy and Edna Wright
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Rosemary Alvara
March 3, 2023
Eddie,
My sincere condolences to you & your family. Sorry for your loss. May his memories live forever. May your Father Rest in Peace. He had a beautiful life.
With lots of Love.
Rosemary Alvara & family.
Chris Ries
March 2, 2023
To the Donate family, So sorry for your loss. Eddie I remember you talking about your dad many a times while we were going through a grade school in high school together sounds like your dad had a wonderful life and may he rest in peace. Your friend Chris Ries. Washington State
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