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Joseph Donohue Obituary
MILLBURY - Joseph Smith Donohue, Jr., 71, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, Feb. 5th after a long illness.
Joseph is survived by his wife, Celeste V. Donohue; his daughter, Bronwyn and son, Joseph, III; six grandchildren; his brother and sister, Stephen and Kathleen Donohue; and many nieces and nephews. Joseph was born in Boston, son of the late Joseph and Marjorie Donohue. He was raised in Philadelphia and later settled in Massachusetts.
Joseph was a Vietnam Veteran and a graduate of Stonehill College. Joe loved rooting for the Boston sports teams especially the Patriots. He also enjoyed reading and writing poetry. Some of his best times were spent on Egypt Beach in Scituate, Ma with his siblings and cousins. He was loved and will be missed by many.
Joseph's memorial visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 10th from 2-4 p.m. at the Asa Waters Mansion, 123 Elm Street in Millbury. In lieu of flowers donations in Joe's memory may be made to New England Center for Homeless Veterans in Boston at www.nechv.org. To view Joseph's online Guestbook please visit:
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Debra Faust-Clancy
February 12, 2017
Deepest condolences to Joe's wife Celeste and his extended family. He is missed and was loved, and will be remembered.
Debra and Paul Clancy
Joe & Myrl O'Connor
February 9, 2017
It took a long time to be an old friend. Now always in the heart, never to forget.
Stephen Donohue
February 9, 2017
Rest in Peace my brother , we will miss you
A Grateful American
February 8, 2017
Though our grateful nation mourns with you in your loss, we can only feel a small part of the loss you are experiencing.
Your loved one will always be a part of our country's story. As such, their sacrifice on behalf of our nation will always be honored.
In deepest sympathy.
Denise Mccartin
February 8, 2017
Celeste, Steve, Kathleen and families, I'm sorry I can't go to Joe's memorial but my love and thoughts will be with everyone. I will miss him, my first boyfriend who sang to me "oh Denise shoobie doo I'm in love with you". Rest in peace Joe. Love Dinny
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