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On March 23,2019 of Williamstown. Formerly of Cape May Beach and Glassboro. Age 84. Beloved husband of Dorothy J. (nee Wuest). Devoted father of William E. Donovan Jr. (Rose), Bonnie J. DeFriece (Paul) and the late Brian Donovan. Loving grandfather of Marisa, Jenny, Gina, and Matthew. Bill was a U.S. Third Army Veteran. He retiredContinue Reading
Andrea and Ricky Hardin
left a message on March 29, 2019:
Your voice will be missed, the wisdom in your advice and the stories of your presence. Time will change nothing and you will be deeply missed everyday. It is an eternal flowing river of gratitude for the unconditional love you gave and the value you added to our lives. Thank you and God bless you always. We love you. Andrea and Ricky
Harold Hazen
left a message on March 28, 2019:
Dear Bill, You will be greatly missed. You and Dottie endured tragedy and contributed tremendously to so many others. Thank you so very much for helping me in my grief and for helping and supporting so many of us. I wish that everyone had your compassion, love, generosity and supportive spirit. You led a positive, giving and meaningful life. Thank you.
Jim Lynch
left a message on March 27, 2019:
My condolence to Dottie and family for the loss of a great man. He was lucky to meet and marry you - the center of his life. Bill's greatest asset was loyalty. He was loyal to his family, loyal to his country, loyal to Notre Dame football, loyal to his work, loyal to his friends, and loyal to his Catholic Faith. Bill's loyalty in life has surely been rewarded as he passed through the Pearly Gates. Rest in Peace brother.
Janet (Barndt) Ritter
left a message on March 26, 2019:
Bonnie,
So sorry for your loss. Your dad was so nice. He raised a wonderful daughter.
Rich Caban
left a message on March 25, 2019:
I will always remember Bill’s encouraging and kind words. He often said he will be reunited with Brian. I’m sure they are having a grand time together.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Myrna Campsen
left a message on March 25, 2019:
My sincere condolences on the loss of your soul mate and best friend, Dottie. God has blessed you with many wonderful years together, and Bill will surely be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.
Barbara Kenney
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Dear Dot, So sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice, friendly man. I will miss seeing him at the 9 AM Mass each Sunday. I will keep you both in my prayers.
Barbara Kenney
Barbara Ciarrocchi
left a message on March 25, 2019:
BILL it was a blessing to spend time in your company u are and always b a Good Man??
Tina Doyle
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Dotti, What a devasting loss. You and Bill were 2 peas in a pod. I remember you giving me rides from DDH&S to the Villas where you used to live and getting me drunk off of red port wine. When Terry picked me up at your house I was just a "little" drunk and don't even remember him picking me up and taking me to Stone Harbor. It was all you and Bill's fault :). You and Bill were quite the entertainers. The get-togethers at Mary Jo's house....all such good memories of you and Bill. You were truly blessed to have the kind of love for each other that you had for so long. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Carmella DiRienzo
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Bill,Rose and the Donovan family,we are so sorry for your loss. Please except our deepest sympathy. Sincerely the DiRienzo family
Bill Stewart
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Love this man and their entire family. They were such a big part of my young adult life and took me in as if I was family. He will greatly missed by many. May he rest in peace and I know his son Brian was waiting for him with open arms. My condolences to the whole family I love you all.
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Andrea and Ricky Hardin
left a message on March 29, 2019:
Your voice will be missed, the wisdom in your advice and the stories of your presence. Time will change nothing and you will be deeply missed everyday. It is an eternal flowing river of gratitude for the unconditional love you gave and the value you added to our lives. Thank you and God bless you always. We love you. Andrea and Ricky
Harold Hazen
left a message on March 28, 2019:
Dear Bill, You will be greatly missed. You and Dottie endured tragedy and contributed tremendously to so many others. Thank you so very much for helping me in my grief and for helping and supporting so many of us. I wish that everyone had your compassion, love, generosity and supportive spirit. You led a positive, giving and meaningful life. Thank you.
Jim Lynch
left a message on March 27, 2019:
My condolence to Dottie and family for the loss of a great man. He was lucky to meet and marry you - the center of his life. Bill's greatest asset was loyalty. He was loyal to his family, loyal to his country, loyal to Notre Dame football, loyal to his work, loyal to his friends, and loyal to his Catholic Faith. Bill's loyalty in life has surely been rewarded as he passed through the Pearly Gates. Rest in Peace brother.
Janet (Barndt) Ritter
left a message on March 26, 2019:
Bonnie,
So sorry for your loss. Your dad was so nice. He raised a wonderful daughter.
Rich Caban
left a message on March 25, 2019:
I will always remember Bill’s encouraging and kind words. He often said he will be reunited with Brian. I’m sure they are having a grand time together.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Myrna Campsen
left a message on March 25, 2019:
My sincere condolences on the loss of your soul mate and best friend, Dottie. God has blessed you with many wonderful years together, and Bill will surely be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.
Barbara Kenney
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Dear Dot, So sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice, friendly man. I will miss seeing him at the 9 AM Mass each Sunday. I will keep you both in my prayers.
Barbara Kenney
Barbara Ciarrocchi
left a message on March 25, 2019:
BILL it was a blessing to spend time in your company u are and always b a Good Man??
Tina Doyle
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Dotti, What a devasting loss. You and Bill were 2 peas in a pod. I remember you giving me rides from DDH&S to the Villas where you used to live and getting me drunk off of red port wine. When Terry picked me up at your house I was just a "little" drunk and don't even remember him picking me up and taking me to Stone Harbor. It was all you and Bill's fault :). You and Bill were quite the entertainers. The get-togethers at Mary Jo's house....all such good memories of you and Bill. You were truly blessed to have the kind of love for each other that you had for so long. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Carmella DiRienzo
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Bill,Rose and the Donovan family,we are so sorry for your loss. Please except our deepest sympathy. Sincerely the DiRienzo family
Bill Stewart
left a message on March 25, 2019:
Love this man and their entire family. They were such a big part of my young adult life and took me in as if I was family. He will greatly missed by many. May he rest in peace and I know his son Brian was waiting for him with open arms. My condolences to the whole family I love you all.
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