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Daniel Donoghue Obituary
DONOGHUE DANIEL J. DONOGHUE On Tuesday, September 22, 2009 of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. Donoghue; father of Sister Eileen Donoghue, DC, Ann (Marshall) Combs, Daniel (Stephanie) Donoghue, Jr., John Donoghue, William Donoghue, Rose (George) Olsen, Clare (Daniel) O''Rourke and Mary Pat Donoghue; brother of The Most Rev. John F. Donoghue (Archbishop Emeritus of Atlanta), Edward Donoghue and Patrick Donoghue. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (valet parking) Thursday, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette''s Church, 72 University Blvd, East, Silver Spring, MD. on Friday, September 25, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Daughters of Charity, 333 South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727 or Adopt-A-Student, St. Jerome''s School, 5207 42nd Pl., Hyattsville, MD. 20781. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME. com
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Caroline Ball
October 23, 2009
I was deeply saddened when I heard of the passing of Daniel J. Donoghue. Not only did I know him for a very long time because of his being a very devout parishoner at St. Jerome's Parish in Hyattsville, MD but also because my very first job with the U.S. Government was at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission of which Daniel had a very important job status. Additionally, because of my very close contact with his daughter Sister Eileen, I had a very special admiration of Daniel. He will be sorely missed. My prayers are with his entire family at this time.
Chuck Andres
September 28, 2009
Dear Donoghue Family:
We all were blessed growing up with the great families of St. Jeromes and the common bond all us enjoyed. The Donoghues were part of that larger community that molded by life. Please accept my condolences and prayers on the passing of Mr. Donoghue. All my best to Willie, Claire, Rose, Danny, and George.
Pat Brady
September 25, 2009
Dear Mary Pat and family,
I was looking for another obituary and found out about your dad. Many condolences and prayers to you all. It doesn't matter how old you or your dad may be, it is never easy. Hang in there and, again, your family is in my prayers.
Annie Maguire
September 24, 2009
Dear Donoghue Family,
Please accept my sincerest sympathy in the loss of your wonderful father and grandfather.
I had the privilege of working with Dan at the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission and at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission from 1970 until he retired. He was always kind, empathetic, proud of his family, and a great singer of Irish tunes. I will miss him.
Anna May Haycraft (aka Annie Maguire)
beth urban
September 24, 2009
Dear Danny
We are so very sadden for your loss of your Dad its is never the right time.
We will have you and your family in our prayers.
Love Beth and Lenny Urban
September 23, 2009
The "BIG MAMOO" will be missed!
Marilyn Wade
September 23, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. I have not had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Daniel Donoghue, however Mary Pat is my children’s principal. The parents and children of St. Jerome offer their condolences and prayers.
May God Bless
The Wade Family
Patti Burkhardt
September 23, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss. Your father was a true gentleman and wonderful friend to my parents (Reds and Mary Lou Fanning) May you find comfort in your memories, strength in each other and peace with knowledge that your parents are together again.
Joe Cox #75
September 23, 2009
Dear John and extended family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Your loss and pain is felt and shared by your DeMatha brother. You have my deepest and heartfelt condolences.
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