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Gerald M. Donovan, 76, of Cherry Hill, NJ, formerly of Coaldale, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. He was the husband of Barbara (Stanek) Donovan.
He was a proud Navy veteran who was passionate about volunteering and working as a docent on the Battleship New Jersey.
Surviving in addition to his widow are two daughters, Regina Donovan (Aaron Wolfrom) and Patricia Donovan (Michael Martinez); a son, Gerald M. Donovan III (Megan); two grandchildren, Emersyn and Caden, and another baby on the way; a sister, Carol Mitchell; a brother, William Donovan; and a brother-in-law, Stanley (Angela) Stanek.
Services will be held privately.
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JOHN QUINESSO
August 5, 2019
Fair Winds & Following Seas !
John QUINESSO
August 5, 2019
"Fair Winds & Following Seas"
John Quinesso
fellow Docent on the BB62
August 4, 2019
To say Gerry was passionate about being a docent for the battleship is an understatement. He loved it! He also lit up when I would ask about his kids and family. We will miss him on the ship immensely.
John Makara
Encampment Docent, BB-62
August 4, 2019
Gerry was a great guy and will be missed on the Battleship Encampment crew.
Arlene Baker
Richard Zimmermann
August 3, 2019
Gerry was a good friend and a good person. I will miss him.
Richard Zimmermann
Docent on the Battleship
New Jersey
Jack Evans
August 2, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of Jerry. He was a great guy. May he rest in peace.
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