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Don was born on March 9, 1965, in Cranston, RI to David Funk and Joan (Matteson) Funk.
Don grew up in Farmington, NH and graduated from FHS class of 1983. From there he served in the Marine Corp for the next 3 years. He then took a job at Strafford County House of Corrections as a correctional officer. In 1987 he joined the Rochester Police Department and worked there until he retired in August of 2020. He wore many different hats throughout his career, patrolman, detective, juvenile prosecutor, housing authority officer and his all time favorite role as the School Resource Officer.
Don enjoyed a variety of activities. He loved camping with his family, hanging out under the carport or back deck grilling. Sunday fires listening to the Patriots on the radio. He also loved his WWE Wrestling, especially on his big screen. He loved sitting on the front porch watching the birds and waving to the cars passing by with the best cup of coffee. His biggest love was his boys, watching them play sports, coaching them, seeing them graduate from college and become the men they are today. He was looking forward to the upcoming years and watching the grandkids, he was the best Pappa.
He was predeceased by his father David Funk. He is survived by his three sons. Donovan Funk III & his wife Devin, and their children Dakota and Dani. Nick Funk & his girlfriend Maggie Brunelle and the beloved Rocky. Johnathan Funk & his wife Brittany, and their children Madison, Ryder, and Easton. He also leaves behind his fiancé, Denise, her son Trevor Stuart, fiancé Ashley and children Charlotte, Alex and Jordan. Brother Dave Funk and his wife Diane, brother Michael Funk and his wife Susan, and his mother Joan Funk. He also left behind several nieces and nephews that all held a special place in his heart.
Services will be held on February 2, 2024 from 3-5 with a celebration of life following at the 500 Boys Club, Paulson Rd, Farmington, NH beginning at 6pm.
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Tony Macaione
December 30, 2024
Don the year 2024 is coming to an end. Looking back on this year I can´t help but think of you and others who made the world a better place. The turn out at your wake was a true testament to you and what you stood for. The 25 years working at Rochester police department together were memorable. Rest easy Don One of the best .
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Fluffy Keefe Canter
May 9, 2024
So sorry for your loss Joan.
Murrie Hubbard
January 29, 2024
I didn´t know Donovan personally, however, I worked for his Dad Dave once upon a time as a police officer on the North Kingstown, RI police department. His Dad was a Lieutenant at that time, and we enjoyed a special bond, as we are both Marines, and I now see that Donovan was a brother Marine as well. Dave often talked about his 3 boys up in NH back then, Donnie being one of them. I was also very saddened to hear of his Dad´s passing a few years ago. To Joan and family: I´m very sorry to learn of your son and brother´s passing. May Donnie rest in eternal peace, and God Bless his entire family. Semper Fi Brother!
Murrie L. Hubbard III
North Kingstown, RI
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