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John Donato Obituary

PAWTUCKET - John C. Donato, 89, of Pawtucket and formerly of Central Falls, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 15, 2022. Born in Patterson, New Jersey, he was the son of James and Mary (Homsy) Donato. John was a self-employed hairdresser for many years before retiring.

He is survived by his sisters, Barbara Donato and Lillian Cheek. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Robert, Basil, George, and Samuel Donato.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Liturgy of Christian Burial on Tuesday, September 20th at 11 AM at St. Basil the Great Church, 15 Skyview Dr., Lincoln, RI. Visiting hours Tuesday from 9-10:30 AM, prior to the Service in the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage St. Pawtucket.

Burial with military honors will be in Saint Basil Cemetery, Cumberland.

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Published by Pawtucket Times from Sep. 19 to Sep. 27, 2022.

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Nancy Gigliotti

May 19, 2024

Jack was my hair stylist for quite a few years at Creative Couffiers on Armistice Blvd. in Pawtucket.
He was fun, and full of good humor.
I hadn´t seen him since 2001, when I moved out of state.
Sorry to hear he passed away.
My condolences to his family and friends.

Deborah Britt

September 17, 2022

Sending My Deepest Condolences

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