Michael J. Donaghey

Michael J. Donaghey obituary, Springfield, PA

Michael J. Donaghey

Michael Donaghey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd. on Mar. 20, 2025.

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Michael Joseph Donaghey, 58 born February 27, 1967 passed away suddenly on March 17, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Michael grew up in Havertown and was the middle son of three brothers.
He was a graduate of Archbishop Carroll High School and The University of Dayton. He married the love of his life, Donna and moved to West Chester, PA with their son Matthew Francis.
Michael was a proud, loyal employee at The Vanguard Group for thirty years. He was an avid Philadelphia Flyers and Phillies fan. He shared his love of hockey with his son attending Matthew's Quakers games and the Flyers.
There was nothing more important to Michael than his family.
He was preceded in death by his father, James P. Donaghey and his aunts Madeleine Donaghey and Marie Mongiello. He is survived by his wife Donna (Ellis) Donaghey, his son Matthew Francis, his mother Patricia Donaghey, and his two brothers James (Margaret), and David. And his dear cousin (who was like a sister to him) Joanne Grogan, as well as many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, March 24, 2025 10:00 a.m., SS. Simon and Jude Church, 8 Cavanagh Court, West Chester, PA and to his Funeral Mass 11:30 a.m., in the Church. Int. SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York NY 10306.
Funeral Mass will be livestreamed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYLoPN7WuL_Bx7EgmJ7X9dA
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March 31, 2025

David Lynch posted to the memorial.

March 24, 2025

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March 22, 2025

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David Lynch

March 31, 2025

I am saddened to learn of Michael´s passing. I was a client through Vanguard and always enjoyed our conversations regarding my financial being. He did me well for 10 years. I pray that The family is able to find peace in knowing that Michael was such a valuable individual as a Wealth Manager and will always be remembered fondly. I will truly miss our conversations. God bless.

Michael & Maria Morris

March 24, 2025

Dear Donaghey family,
We cannot imagine the pain and grief of your loss. Our hearts and our prayers are with you at this terrible time. We are thinking of you and praying for your family. We love you always and hope that God is with you today.
With all our love, Michael & Maria Morris

Anne Craig

March 22, 2025

Sincere condolences to the Donaghey family we were very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. From David & Anne Craig Somerset England.

Jerry Gott

March 22, 2025

Mike was our advisor for many years and really became friends with us. A very nice and considerate person. We wish his family peace in this difficult time. Jerry & Sandy Gott

Fred Marshall Myers

March 21, 2025

Mike was our Financial Advisor for many years. He was a dear friend, and we will miss him immensely. Your family was very blessed to have a man of Mike's convictions as his faith shone through each time he helped his clients. Linda and I will think of Mike often during the Lenten season and on St. Patrick's Day each year.

Fred and Linda Myers

Phil and Pat Varner

March 20, 2025

Our deepest condolences to Michael´s family, with this very sad news. We came to know him as our financial adviser, for many years, but during that time, he was more like a good friend. We are happy to donate to the Wounded Warriors in his honor! May God bless your family, and rest in peace. Phil and Pat Varner

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