Sean Michael Donnelly

Sean Michael Donnelly obituary, Media, PA

Sean Michael Donnelly

Sean Donnelly Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cavanagh Family Funeral Home -Norwood on Dec. 6, 2023.

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Sean Michael Donnelly, 35 of Claymont, DE formerly of Norwood, PA, passed away on December 3rd, surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness.
Sean was a 2007 graduate of Interboro High School. He started a career in landscaping, then went on to further his career by obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from West Chester University. Prior to finishing his degree, he started working as a Clerk at the stock exchange where he advanced to become a Broker at the FMC building in Philadelphia. Sean took much pride in his work.
Sean was an avid golfer who loved to try new golf courses. He loved the outdoors, enjoyed fishing with his nephew CJ who he adored, gardening, and making sure the vegetables and sunflowers were planted each year. A passion of Sean's was playing the guitar and listening to music. He also enjoyed snowboarding with his cousin Jenny and friends. Sean had such a love for animals, especially his dog Shelby who he loved so much. Sean also had a membership to Longwood Gardens and enjoyed taking frequent trips with his love, Stephanie. Sean had such a strong love for his family, especially attending the many family celebrations throughout the years.
Sean was the son of the late Robert F. Donnelly. He is survived by his mother Michelle Donnelly, Stepmother Judith Donnelly, Sean's love of many years Stephanie Hashinger, sisters Melissa Givens (Chris), Christine Achuff (BJ), Brother William Wilson (Christina), his nephews CJ, Aiden, William, and Ryan, nieces Ryleigh and Delaney and aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations be made in Sean's name to the Brandywine Valley SPCA 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380 or online at https://bvspca.org
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Sean's memorial visitation the evening of Monday, December 11 from 6-9 pm at the Cavanagh Family Funeral Home, 301 Chester Pike Norwood, PA. Additional visitation period will take place Tuesday, December 12 after 10am in The Church of St. Gabriel, 233 Mohawk Ave. Norwood, PA followed by a Funeral Mass at 11am. Interment Private.
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