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JAMES DONAHUE Obituary
JAMES M.
On Thursday, March 8, 2018, at age 80, beloved husband of Nancy N. Donahue; father of Deborah L. Donahue, Michael J. Donahue (Tricia), Anne Donahue McCourt (Jim), Mark E. Donahue (Jean-Marc Padova); grandfather of Caroline and Molly Donahue, Katherine, Michael and Jack McCourt; brother of Edward T. Donahue (Connie) and Eugene J. Donahue (Mary Lou); brother-in-law of Ted Noethling III (Diane). Jimmy was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, class of 1955, and then attended the University of Pittsburgh on a track scholarship, where he was the president of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, and graduated in 1960. He was a Vice President of Mellon Bank, a Pitt Varsity Letterman of Distinction and past President of the Pitt Varsity Letterman Club and the Oakland Rotary. Jimmy was a longtime member of the Pittsburgh Athletic Association where he served on the Board of Directors for more than 35 years and as a past President of the PAA. A member of the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Jimmy was also the head of the University of Pittsburgh football "Chain Crew" for over 40 years, a former Captain in the US Army and devoted usher at St. Paul Cathedral. Remembrances may be made to Central Catholic High School. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Sunday 1-5 p.m. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial St. Paul Cathedral 10:00 a.m. At the request of the family, everyone please gather at Church.
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Donald Nania
March 4, 2025
Jim was a special and dear friend that followed me through out my college career at the University of Pittsburgh to assure me a path of success in athletics and professional sports for decades. I always knew that his mentoring disallowed failure and built leadership. I am fortunate to have valued his mentorship and to this day follow the path set forth for me. His spirit will continue to lead me life. Jim was truly a father to me at times when life was tough. I think and talk of him often and about his great family and at times I was a part of.
Miss you dearly "CHIEF"
Don Nania and family
Donald Nania
March 4, 2020
Jim was a staple of support and mentorship in my life as friend coach and a father figure. Jim made sure that any of my needs in the development of becoming a man and a professional. He picked me up led through the many passages of life. Jim was a true role model and strength in my life.
Michael
March 8, 2019
RIP, DAD, my best man!
Hail to Pitt, Hail to Gramps, Hail to Jimmy & Hail to Dad.
Love,
MJD
Donald Nania
March 31, 2018
To a dear friend who mentored me from my early days as a young athlete to a great lifetime career in education and athletics. A man who taught me to be a professional in all aspects of life and brought me greatness. I can't express the gratitude and thanks that Mr. Jim Donahue has bestowed upon me and my family and a great life. You are the Chief! I will not forget!
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March 12, 2018
You have our deepest sympathies. We pray in your behalf, and we look forward to the day when we will welcome back our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
March 12, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.
Tom Moore
March 12, 2018
Kind thoughts and prayers for all the Donahues at this difficult time.
Jimmy was one of the best and is well remembered by all who knew him.
bill McClements
March 12, 2018
A Great man :prayers and sympathy to the donahue family.
Marvin Bronowicz
March 11, 2018
Dear Sr. Nancy, may God bless the memory of bro. Jim to those who knew him and will greatly miss him. He has joined the ranks in the eternal city! He left this old world and entered into the presence of his Lord! And too the widow, we commend to the Saviour who will minister you comfort until the call will one day come too you. "Come up higher"!
March 10, 2018
Dear Nancy,
So sad for you and your family, as I remember Jimmy he saw very nice and always had a smile.. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Take care ! Love , Jane Runnette Byrnes
Keith (Spanky) Gillen
March 10, 2018
Sorry for the loss of your dad Mike you are in my prayers!!!!!
March 10, 2018
Dear Deb: I was saddened to read about your recent loss. Please accept my sympathies. - Jeffrey Lawrence Pollock, Esq. (Sq. Hill)
March 10, 2018
Nancy, The Donahue family, our sincere sympathy,thoughts and prayers are with you.
Boots and Chip Chopnak Scottsdale, AZ
Tom White
March 10, 2018
RIP Mr D! Many fond memories and fun times over the years. You will be missed!Whitey
March 10, 2018
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4
JD
Bill Caye
March 10, 2018
The Caye family extends its deepest condolences to the Donahue family
March 10, 2018
Dear special friends, Nancy you and Jimmy came into my life on my first date with George. Since that day you have been such a wonderful part of my life. Friends who grew together while our families grew with us. We may not see each other as often as earlier but you and your family are still a big part of my life. Jimmy is up with George and a few other special men and now out of pain. I I'll pray for you and your family who have all been wonderful care givers. I will pray for Jimmy as I have been doing. With a smile I will pray to God to keep an eye on these special,great,fun loving men ,Heaven needs our prayers Love Judy
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