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Michael Donovan Obituary

DONOVAN, Michael Patrick, 56, of N. Chesterfield, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 4, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, William James Donovan and Patricia Atkins; and stepfather, Bill Atkins. Michael is survived by his children, Hannah Leigh Donovan and Jacob Madison; sister, Cheryl Ann Donovan (Mark); stepmother, Ruby Donovan; stepsisters, Robyn Thilkey (Wayne) and Cynthia Wiley (Brad); and devoted friend, Sarah Donovan. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. with a period of remembrances starting at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 14, at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd., N. Chesterfield, Va. 23234. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name through his memorial page, inmemof.org/michael-donovan.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 7, 2021.

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Mary and OwenSatterfield

March 10, 2021

We sure are going to miss you. All of your stories, jokes, music and good times. You were like a brother to us. We love you and will miss you more than anyone knows. RIP brother.

Susan Burton

March 8, 2021

We met briefly. RIP Mike, you will be dearly missed

Lacey Kangas

March 7, 2021

This is truly heartbreaking. He was like a father to me. His smile was contagious and he always made me laugh. I miss him so much it hurts. I´m so sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking and my prayers go out to you guys.

The Staff of Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service

March 7, 2021

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