Timothy Francis Donovan
Timothy Francis Donovan, of Quincy, passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2017.
Tim grew up in East Boston. He was a graduate of Boston College High School, Class of 1951. He graduated Northeastern University after many years of evening classes while balancing family responsibility. He served four years as a sergeant in the US Army, being honorably discharged in 1962. Tim’s dedicated working career consisted of nearly 40 years with the New England Telephone Company. He started in the lower ranks as a lineman and achieved several promotions, retiring as a second line regional manager, staff director.
Mr. Donovan served as Grand Knight to the West Quincy Knights of Columbus, Ave Maria Council in the 1970’s. Tim was an avid storyteller. He enjoyed dog racing, travel and basking in the sun doing puzzles. Being with family was his top priority.
Son of the late Susan K. and Timothy F. Donovan of East Boston he is also predeceased by his older brother James H. Donovan of Melrose. Survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years Patricia A. (Kirrane) and their five children, Timothy F. of Surfside Beach, SC, James and his wife Janine of Hanover, Mary Beth and her husband Daniel McNeil of Plymouth, Michael and Jane of Dedham and Kathleen Shanley of Quincy. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
In celebration of Tim’s life, visiting hours will be held at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday July 9th from 4-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Mary’s Church, 95 Crescent Street, West Quincy, Monday July 10 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne Monday 2:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of his wife, Patricia A. Donovan, to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Ave. Fl.7, New York, NY 10001.
Guestbook Entries
To all of the Donovan Family – You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We can only pray that the great memories of your Dad get you through these harder times.
Love, Chris “Oakie” & Molly
I’ll always remember our conversations about the Patriots, Bruins and Red Sox. I’m not sure why, but we never talked about the Celtics. You will be missed Tim but your pain and suffering is over…..God bless!
My favorite Uncle! I always loved your stories, your laughter and your outlook on life. You were so kind. I will miss you much. Love, thoughts and prayers to all my Donovan cousins and especially for my Aunt Patsy. Forever in my heart, Uncle Tim.
So sorry to hear about Uncle Timmy. He was a great guy. He certainly leaves many memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love Pius and Linda
Dear Aunt Patsy & Family,
Bobby and I will greatly miss Uncle Tim. He was the best. We have so many fond memories of our travels together and all the good times we have enjoyed. He fought the good fight now may he rest in peace.
Love Bobby & Anne Marie
Dear Aunt Patsy & Family,
So very sorry to hear about Uncle Tim. I will miss his emails and how he would tease me about the Pittsburgh Penguins & always surprise me about how much he know about the Halifax Mooseheads .. Rest in peace & heaven has another Angel …Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Mary Frances
Aunt Patsy and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy are with you all at this time. Sending our
thoughts and prayers to you all.
Love Lillian and John
The very best a person could be was our Uncle Tim and a special place in my heart is reserved for the Unk, Aunt Patsy and all my cousins always. His letters were written stories of his life’s experiences always penned with the humor that was part of his charm. From sports to politics Uncle Tim was up on everything and conversations would be in order on all fronts. I will always be thankful that he was a part of my life.
SC
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Tim. He was always fun to be around. Tim and Patsy had a great sense of humor. Good company. Spent time with them in Florida. He will be missed by many family & friends. Please know you are all in my thoughts & prayers. Rest in peace Tim.
Love Sissy Connolly
Such sad news. Uncle Tim was a great guy – full of life and laughs. He was a close brother and true friend to my father, who valued his opinion and company. I will never forget Uncle Tim’s kindness and support in my father’s later years.
Love and prayers to my Aunt Patsy and all my Donovan cousins. Uncle Tim has left behind a great legacy in all of you.
With deepest sympathy,
Susan Donovan Lynch
Such sad news. Uncle Tim was always full of life and laughs. He was a close brother and true friend to my father, who always valued his opinion and company. I will never forget the kindness and support that Uncle Tim showed during the last year’s of my father’s life.
Love and prayers to my Aunt Patsy and all my Donovan cousins. Uncle Tim loved you all dearly, and he leaves behind a great legacy in you.
With deepest sympathy,
Susan Donovan Lynch
We were saddened to hear of papa s passing,although we only got to know him and Pat in the last few years he was without a doubt one of the nicest and kindest people I have ever met,as I was working on his home in Quincy I had a chance to sit and listen to many of his stories while having a beverage after work,he will be missed by many and my wife and I send our deepest sympathy to Pat and all the kids and grandkids. Brian and Linda Cochrane