James Donegan Obituary
Saline, MI
James William Donegan, age 93, of Saline, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November, 28th, 2023. James is survived by his wife Cecelia Donegan, his son Stephen (Kathy) Donegan, his daughter Sharon (John) Scott, his daughter Patricia (Gerald) Pohl, his grandson Tyler Pohl, his granddaughter Alaina (Curtis) Wells, his great-granddaughter Chandler Rose Wells, as well as many wonderful nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Timothy Donegan.
James served in the armed forces from 1954-1956. He worked as vice president and financial planner for National Bank and Trust in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was involved in the Knights of Columbus and the Lions Club. He was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Saline. For most of his long life he was an avid golfer and weight lifter. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, and especially enjoyed watching them play sports. James also enjoyed celebrating the holidays with family.
Celebration of Life will take place at a future date. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to St. Andrew Catholic Church, memo section: Catholic School, 910 Austin Drive, Saline, MI 48176. To leave a memory you have of James, to sign his guestbook, or for information about the Celebration of Life in the future, please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.
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Denise RJ Bertoni
February 28, 2024
Dear Uncle Jim!
Thank you for making this world a better place! I will never forget your kindness and sense of humor! I cherish many fond memories of you, Aunt Cecelia and my favorite cousins Sharon, Patty, Steve and Tim! God bless you and yours always! Love always, Denise RJ Bertoni
Tony Rutz
December 3, 2023
I loved playing golf with Jim on an almost daily basis. He has been sorely misted by the feast of the golf group.;
CONNIE AND DENNIS
December 2, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rick Spears
December 1, 2023
I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. He was an important part of the former National Bank and Trust Company of Ann Arbor team. Great to be around. My condolences to his family.
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