Bob DONAHUE

1939 - 2022

Born April 3, 1939 in Republic, Washington to Francis and Marjorie Donahue, Robert "Bob" Donahue passed away Friday, December 9, 2022 in Spokane Valley, Washington. After graduating from Central Valley High School, Bob entered the Navy and married Dorothy "Janie" Donahue (Melville), whom predeceased Bob September 10, 2009. A man with a genuine smile, big heart and strong work ethic, Bob worked most of his life as a truck driver for freight companies, and when he retired, Bob went to work for his alma mater, Central Valley High School, as a school bus driver. Bob loved music. As a member of the Pages of Harmony Barbershop, he loved to sing and play the piano. He also liked to play golf, work out at the gym and watch the Seattle Seahawks and Gonzaga Basketball games. Bob adored all of his grandchildren! He was generous and loved to support them at any extracurricular activity they were involved in, whether that be sporting events, concerts or plays. As an active member of the community, Bob was a parishioner at St. Mary Catholic Church, a member of the Pages of Harmony Barbershop, the Harrington Golf Club and the Eagles. Bob is survived by two sons Tim Donahue of Spokane, WA and Patrick C. Donahue of Spokane, WA; one daughter Tracy Ferguson of Spokane, WA; one brother Jim Donahue (Judy) of Marietta, GA and brother-in-law Larry Nelson; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents Francis and Marjorie Donahue; wife Dorothy "Janie" Donahue; one sister Mary Nelson; sister-in-law Judy Thies and brother-in-law Warren Thies. A Viewing is scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. followed by a 4:30 p.m. Rosary and Vigil at Hennessey Valley Funeral Home, 1315 N. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, WA. The Funeral Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception at St. Mary Catholic Church, 304 S. Adams St., Spokane Valley, WA. The Committal begins at 2:00 p.m. and will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Chapel, 17825 E. Trent Ave., Spokane Valley, WA. To share memories of Bob and leave condolences for the family, visit www.hennesseyvalley.com