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Michael Donohue Obituary
Michael Joseph Donohue died on June 16, 2013 at Aurora Bay Care Medical Center in Green Bay after a short illness. Mike was born in Antigo, Wisconsin on October 14, 1950 to Gene and Mary Jane Flanagan Donohue who moved to Sheboygan when Mike was an infant. He graduated from Sheboygan North High School.
After high school, Mike worked in the construction industry until he found his best job as a truck driver. He drove for Sheboygan Beverage and many years for Johnsonville Sausage, enjoying road trips and escaping the confinement of an office or a building. Mike loved to watch the Brewers and the Packers. He was a fan of the Indy 500, traveling to Speedway, Indiana for many years to watch the races in person. He also loved to argue politics with his sister.
Mike is survived by his beloved daughter, Kelly, his greatest joy in life. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Lynne Donohue, her husband, Tim Van Akkeren, and his nephews, Michael and Flan Van Akkeren who greatly enjoyed his stories of the old rock and roll days.
Friends and family will gather at the Olson Funeral Home, 1132 Superior Avenue, on June 20, 2013 from 5 to 7 pm to remember this generous and tremendously kind person.
The family would like to thank the Intensive Care Unit at Bay Care, particularly Nurse Toni, for their skilled and compassionate care. A memorial fund will be established in Mike's name.
Lady of Sorrows, hear the keening.
Lady of Sorrows, bless our stories.
Lady of Sorrows, smile at our laughter.
Lady of Sorrows, keep watch with us.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Donohue
Pauline Horne Heyman
August 9, 2013
Mary Lynn and family,
I am so shocked and sorry to hear about the passing of Michael...I will always have fond memories of our friendship and will always have a place in my heart for him...praying for peace and comfort as God carries you all through this most difficult time
Jane Hugunin Kay
July 1, 2013
Slainte Mike!
Jane Hugunin Kay
June 30, 2013
So very sorry for the loss of my cousin. Lot's of great memories at the lake and fishing off Hudson St, bridge in Antigo as kids. My thoughts are about you tonight Mike!
Blake Sommer
June 26, 2013
So sad to hear about Mike's passing and it was quite shocking to me when I heard that. First and foremost my deepest sympathies go out to Mike's Family. I hadn't seen Mike in quite some time but I do remember all the many years we spent together camping with the PZ group and playing softball together and by the way we had a heck of good team! Gonna miss you Mike. Say hi to Tosa for me. Your Friend. Blake
Pat Weber
June 23, 2013
Sad to see Huey go,bowled with Mike a bunch of years at Lakeshore Lanes....good times....Pat Weber
Uncle John & Aunt Kathy
June 20, 2013
Kelly...so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and are here to love and support you.
June 20, 2013
Lots of good memories with Mike. Bob had more than me. RIP old friend.
Susan Herman
June 20, 2013
Thought you might like to see some wishes from other classmates.
Sue Herman
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Rest in peace classmate Mike Donahue.
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Patricia Gill Bain Sorry to hear this.
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Cathy Leonhard Thanks for updating. Sad.
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Ward Houfek Thanks Sue...I went to grade school with him as well.
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Colleen Wanezek-koepsell Shocked... Thankyou Sue. Miike...gone too soon. Praying for his family. Colleen
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Emily Gottsacker-Fuller awwww so true
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Sue Theune Mike was a good guy, he is gone to soon.
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Joan Van Wyck Thank you for letting us know.....Very difficult to hear this about one of our classmates
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John Morrelle I will always remember his smile and full throttle laugh....what a guy
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Dave Van Haveren
June 20, 2013
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Michael
To the family Of Michael
Please accept my sympathy
June 19, 2013
I will miss Mike, we worked together for many years at Johnsonville. He was a hard worker and very loyal and dedicated. God Bless him and looking forward to seeing Mike again when we both meet in heaven.
Gary Laack
Scott Vreeke
June 19, 2013
One of my favorite memories-Mike and I drove to Cooperstown to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame. The trip was unforgetable in more ways than one! My sincere condolances to Mike's family.
June 19, 2013
I remember the good times Mike and I had from grade school all the way through High School. A sad time for everyone who ever knew Mike.
Steve Grube
Rob Radmer
June 19, 2013
I am saddened by Mike's passing, and my thoughts go out to his family. I was fortunate to have spent a great deal of time with Mike in our formative years, and the memories of his energy and joy are with me still
Jack Jensen
June 19, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Mike's sudden passing. I have many memories of him from our younger years, most of them good, and filled with laughter.
Linda Bruder-Ruppel
June 19, 2013
I was so surprised and so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My condolances to the entire family and from the entire John Bruder Family.
Larry Rupp
June 19, 2013
Gonna miss you Mike we had great times at the Brewer games together, Sympathies to Mikes family
Christine Gabsch
June 19, 2013
Kelly,
So sorry for the loss of your dad. You are in my prayers.
Ed Ivio
June 19, 2013
My sympathies go out to Mikes family. An old friend and good friend from days gone by.
Susan Herman
June 19, 2013
Deepest sympathy from the class of 1969. Sue (Wagner) Herman, Chairperson
Janice Morse
June 19, 2013
Our prayers and sympathies for you Kelly and the rest of your family
Dave, Janice, Hannah & Seth Morse
Ed Stalter
June 19, 2013
My condolences to the Family and Friends of Mike. Although I hadn't seen Mike recently, I remember him as someone who always wore a smile and was a pleasure to cross paths with.
June 19, 2013
So, so sorry Mary Lynne, Kelly, and the whole family. You will be in our thoughts. Wendy, Steve, Emma and Louisa
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