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Jessica McGovern Obituary

Jessica A. McGovern, 42, of Douglas, formerly of Acushnet and New Bedford, passed away unexpectedly Mon. Jan 21st due to a brain aneurysm. Jessica was the daughter of the late John and Claire MacDonald. She was a graduate of Northeastern Univ. with a degree in electrical and computer engineering. She worked as a LEED Certified Project/Sales Manager of standby generators for RA Mitchell Generators in New Bedford. Jessica was an avid and competitive horseback rider and lover of all animals, caring for many on her farm. She is survived by her boyfriend, Roy Correia of Douglas, former husband Ryan Ratner and his daughter Sophie Ratner of Dartmouth, brothers, Justin MacDonald of St. Louis, and Jason MacDonald and his wife Liz of Plymouth, aunt, Loretta MacDonald, and many cous- ins, nieces, and neph- ews. Jessica was predeceased by her step - mother, June Marie MacDonald and her brother Christopher MacDonald. A funeral service will be held Monday at 10:00am in St. Tarcisius Parish, 562 Waverly St. Framingham, MA with burial to follow in St. Tarcisius Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Sunday from 2:00-5:00 PM at the Matarese Funeral Home, 325 Main St. Ashland, MA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jessicas name to CAREsouthcoast | Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 149 E. Freetown, MA 02717. www.mataresefuneral.com.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News on Jan. 25, 2019.

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Sarah Brown

February 16, 2019

JESS JESS! I cannot believe you are not here. I will miss you dearly - fond memories of our time together on High Street and again, many years later in much different circumstances. You will always be my one and only Mamacita!

Koren Collins

January 27, 2019

I have so many beautiful memories of Jess, and she was a beautiful soul. Jess had such a positive effect on those around her, and this gift, will never be forgotten. Sending my deepest condolences to all who had the pleasure of knowing Jessica. She was always able to light up any room she was in, always positive, and full of life. She lives on in anyone who was fortunate enough to have her in their life. So many great memories.

Stacey Gallant

January 25, 2019

Im so very sorry to hear about the loss of Jessica. Jess and I were great friends when we rode horses together when I lived in MA. Sadly I lost touch with Jess and could not track her down. Her name would come up periodically between my husband and I and we would have a good laugh about a funny memory. She was truly beautiful inside and out. An angel taken too soon. FLY HIGH beautiful Jess!

Sheri Bishop

January 25, 2019

Roy I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I am so fortunate to have gotten to know Jessica and call her my friend. We had an immediate bond over horses then learned we had so much more in common. I will miss her novel like texts and neverending conversations. The look of excitement and love on her face whenever she spoke of Roy, her eternal love for her pets. I am sad we will never get to play golf together and that we kept procrastinating on our plans of camping and riding. Fly high with the Angels my friend, until we meet again. With much love, your friend for life, Sheri

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