Michael James Donoghue

Michael James Donoghue obituary

Michael James Donoghue

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Michael Donoghue Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Mar. 27, 2026.
Michael James Donoghue

March 2, 1951 - March 21, 2026

Michael James Donoghue, 75, of Horry County, passed away on Saturday, March 21st.

He is survived by his loving wife, Pam, his 2 daughters, 2 grandsons, 3 step-children, his beloved cat, Lorelei, and numerous extended family and friends who loved him dearly.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and was very proud of his service. He was also the recipient of a heart transplant and was forever grateful to his donor and their family, their willingness to donate extended his life 25 years.

To view these details online or to offer words of comfort through the online guest book, visit www.burroughsfh.com.

Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Service (843.651.1440) of Murrells Inlet is assisting the family with arrangements.

To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral store.

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