| CONDOLENCES (GuestBook) |
4/13/2015 Linda Coffey
Yarmouth Port, MA, USA
Dear Marian & Family, Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with your Dad, you, and your whole family. Love- Linda
4/13/2015 john howard
EASTON, ma, United States
so sorry to hear about dan. A kind,friendly,generous man who was also a great fire fighter. He will be sorely missed by family and friends. Rest In peace danny. John Howard so sorry I am in FL
4/13/2015 Pat & Mary Ellard
Dedham , MA, USA
Dear Phyllis and family, We are sorry to learn of the passing of Danny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending love and hugs your way. Pat & Mary Ellard
4/14/2015 Kevin Begley
Mansfield, MA, USA
To the Donovan family-my family's thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Mr. Donovan was always a kind man with a fantastic sense of humor that always lifted the spirits of those around him. He will be sorely missed. -Kevin Begley
4/14/2015 Laura chartier
Mansfield, Ma, Usa
Phyllis & family....We are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Dan was such a great man and he will be missed very much. John,Laura,jack & Michael chartier
4/14/2015 Raymond Cheek Jr
Dorchester, MA - Massachusetts, United States
I want to express my sincerest condolences to the Donovan family. I worked with Danny on Ladder 15 for many years. We were on the same group. I remember plenty of good times with Danny. He was wonderful man and a good jake. I remember the Rambler he bought from me. I hope he enjoyed it. He will be missed but the good memories will last. May the good memories offer you some comfort. Rest in peace Danny.
4/14/2015 Michelle Groves
Attleboro, MA, Bristol
My sincerest condolences to the Donovan Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you Phyllis. Love, Michelle (Ahlquist) Groves
4/14/2015 Frank and Paula Archer
Punta Gorda, Florida,
With our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Frank and Paula Archer, Sr.
4/14/2015 Sharman
Rehoboth, MA, Bristol
Phil, so sorry for your loss. I will miss him so much. Glad I got to have lunch with him in December. I remember all the cook outs he had for the staff of MHA. What fun. He was so helpful when I moved in my new house. He was one of the most giving, kind, considerate people I have had the pleasure of knowing. Miss his funny stories too! RIP Dan, I love you..
4/14/2015 Pat Gallant
Mansfield, MA, USA
My condolances to Dan's family. Will miss seeing Dan around the Bicentennial Court Senior Housing complex. Sadened by the news. RIP Dan
4/14/2015 Kathleen Provost
Attleboro, MA, USA
Dan will be forever missed. When I think about him I will picture Dan singing as he comes through the door of the Mansfield Housing Authority. I so enjoyed his presence because he was such a positive and genuine man. My sincerest condolences to Phyllis and all Dan's children and grandchildren.
4/14/2015 Brenda Smith Kearn
Methuen, Ma, USA
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! Praying for your family!! Brenda, Conor, and Breeana Smith
4/15/2015 Sue and Dick Maxcy
Mansfield, Ma , USA
Phyl, Marian, Kevin and Brian: We are truly so sorry that Dan has passed. He indeed was such a special person, we feel so blessed that he was our friend. Memories and your love for Dan will last forever. Rest in Peace Danny. Sue & Dick
4/15/2015 Robin Sarro
Mansfield, Ma, USA
Phyllis and family, you have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers. Robin Sarro
4/15/2015 Larsen
manchester, nj, usa
so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you annette Jim Larsen
4/15/2015 Brian & Veronica Mohan
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Our sincere condolences to all the Donovan family following Danny's sudden passing. Danny was a man of great wit and kindness which he shared with all he came into contact with. May he Rest In Peace. Lots of love and prayers to Phyllis and all the family. Brian & Veronica
4/15/2015 Jo-Anne & Ron Cutillo
Mansfield, Ma, USA
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for your family at this difficult time.
4/15/2015 Winnie Thompson
FOXBORO, Massachusetts, United States
My God bless all of you in your loss. This is a time for friends and family to be together with love and heart. I am so sorry for your lost. Winnie
4/15/2015 Bobbie MacIntosh
Bourne, MA, USA
Dear Phyllis, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. He was a good man and loved by many. My sincere sympathy to you and your family, Bobbie (Bachman) MacIntosh
4/15/2015 John D'Agostino
Mansfield, MA, USA
Dear Phil, Kevin, Brian and Marion: My heart breaks at the loss of my dear friend Danny. There are no words of comfort to provide relief from the pain of losing a father and husband. He is at peace with the Lord. I loved Dan Donovan. He was a great man. He lived life for a laugh. Everything he did, the parties he attended, the dinners he went to, the friends he helped, me included was because his heart and desire to help was bigger than he was. He was always there to help anyone in need. I respect Dan Donovan for the man he was to so many people. I will never forget the night I brought Catherine by to meet Danny and Phil. "Himself" dressed in an irish tweed jacket, dickie bow sitting on his favorite wing chair with a glass of mothers' milk by his side. He was larger than life. Always ready to have a laugh. I will forever miss him. There are so many stories one could tell about Dan. I know he'd hate to miss a good time, but we all have found memories of our friend Danny Donovan. May he rest in the peace and presence of our Lord Jesus Christ who offered Danny eternal salvation at baptism. Those who believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ for the sins of humanity and seek forgiviness will have eternal life with him. Danny, may you rest in peace. John D'Agostino
4/15/2015 Thompson
Dublin, , Ireland
Phillies so sorry to hear of Danny's passing . I am thinking of you and all your family and will offer mass for you all Breeda
4/16/2015 Lucille Donovan
, New York,
My prayers are with Danny and his entire family. It was a privilege to have been able to call him my brother-in-law. Danny was a fine man. May God bless him today and always.
4/16/2015 Mike Forbes
North Attleboro, MA,
My deepest sympathies go out to Phyllis and all of Dan's family. Dan was a great friend and a great man. I will never forget all he had done for me personally, I'm so lucky to have know him. Dan was one of the most sincere, giving, hard working person I have ever known. I will miss him.
4/16/2015 Tommy Sylvester
Boston, Mass., USA
To Phyllis, Marian, Kevin and Brian ... So sorry for loss of Danny...Bumma .. Great memories I have of a guy that touched us all with how a person should treat others .. Danny was a great friend, firefighter, and example to all ! Top shelf person !! My prayers are with you , Tommy Sylvester
4/16/2015 Mike McCue
Mansfield, MA, USA
This world is a poorer place without Himself, our friend Danny. My deepest condolences.
4/16/2015 Dympna Shields
Downpatrick, Co. Down, N. Ireland
Dear Phil and family, So sorry to hear of the passing of Danny. He was a really lovely man. Please accept the sincere sympathy of the McKeown extended family in Ireland. God Bless x
4/16/2015 Trevor, Jean & Girls
, , Ireland
Such a Beautiful Obituary & So many things we didn't know about Danny!!! We will remember him fondly.You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time xxx
4/17/2015 Tracy Anderson
MANSFIELD, MA - Massachusetts, United States
I don't know that we will ever recover from the loss of this amazing man....but we will always smile when we think of him. It was incredible to see the support and the people he touched tonight. You are all Rockstars.... I am honored to be a part of it all....
4/17/2015 Kevin & Paula Walker
Bridgewater, MA, USA
Kevin, so sorry to hear about your Dad. He would always crack me up when I saw him! Give my best to your Mom and the rest of the family.
4/17/2015 Marsha Sharicz
Mansfield, MA, USA
I worked at Mansfield Housing Authority for many years an had many interactions with Dan as a Board member, all of which were always pleasant. One of my fondest memories were when he would call the office just before lunchtime and say that he would like to bring pizza and asked what kind we would like him to bring. We would all sit down together and Dan would tell stories and make jokes. I have missed that and will remember his visits forever.
4/17/2015 Bob & Nancyellen Lindsay
Mansfield, Massachusettes, USA
Dan will be missed greatly by so many. You have our sympathy.
4/17/2015 Bob & Nancyellen Lindsay
Mansfield, Massachusettes, USA
Dan will be missed greatly by so many. You have our sympathy. Bob and Nancyellen Lindsay
4/17/2015 M. LaCasse
Warwick, RI,
My prayers are with you and your family Kevin. With my deepest sympathies, Marilyn
4/17/2015 Jim Caprarella
Plainville, MA, USA
To the Donovan family, Thoughts and prayers to you all! Mr. Donovan was truly one of a kind. Always with a smile and a kind word. He will be missed. Caprarella Family
4/17/2015 Carol Meegan
Dracut, MA, USA
Dear Phyllis, I don't know if you remember me, or not, but I want to express my heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this sad time. I am friends with Roseleen Ahern and saw the obituary on Facebook. Kevin and my son, Tommy, skated together in the youth hockey program. I lost my husband, Tom, 16 years ago, so I understand the sadness that you are going through at this sad time. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Love, Carol
4/17/2015 Lee Alessandri
Mansfield, MA, USA
We are so sorry for your loss of Dan. He was the most amazing guy. We loved him! Always helping other people, hard working. We got to know him as my mother is a resident at Cedar Court. Dan was always so kind and compassionate to her, always had the nicest things to say about her, too. He will never be forgotten. We are very thankful to have known him. Our prayers are with you during this hard time. Lee & Dave Alessandri and the family of Doris Lincks
4/17/2015 frank and Annmarie Taylor
Darien, CT, USA
Phyllis I heard from my cousin, Sharon Cronin(Gladys' daughter lives in Cambridge)that Dan had died. I am so sorry to hear that he died unexpectedly. It has been a long time but to refresh your memory, I'm Floss's son and Mildren's nephew originally out of good old Fall River! Dan was a great guy when I knew him and reading about his life, he certainly lived it to the fullest with many accomplishments. You and your family have so much to be proud of. We will say a prayer and remember Dan for that wonderful smile and always there attitude to help anyone. We will also make a contribution to the Wounded Warrior Project in Cambridge in his honor. Take care and very sorry for your loss. Frank and Annmarie Taylor 20 Swifts Lane Darien, CT 06820
4/17/2015 Sandy, Jeff, Jennifer and Mike Ptaschnik
Mansfield, MA, U.S.
Dear Aunty Phyl, Marian, Kevin and Brian, We will always miss Danny very much. He will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. We still remember how excited we all got when he showed up at our house as Santa Claus and Jen and Mike never realized Santa spoke with an 'Irish brogue.' Or the times Sandy would come over and Danny would say: "Go on inside, Phyl's in there." And we have many, many more happy memories of him. May he rest in peace. With all our love, the Ptaschnik family
4/18/2015 Jody Bechtel Skinner
Deleon Springs, Florida, United States
Dear Phyllis, I was saddened to hear about Danny. I remember the day I met him. He was working in his garden, Jackie Cabal and I got talking with him and he gave me on of his prized potatoes! I am sending prayers to you and your family. When I think of Danny I will smile. I was fortunate to have called him and you Phillis my friends. Jody
4/18/2015 Vinnie Grosso
Torrance, CA, USA
Dear Phyllis, Marion, Kev & Bri, I was so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Danny. I'm sorry that I wasn't able to make it out there for the funeral, but I wanted to be sure to send you all my condolence & sympathy. I was fortunate enough to have grown up as a next door neighbor to you all & have many fond memories throughout my childhood of doing many things with you guys & of good ol' Dannyboy...or as we often called him 'Danielsan' which is actually a Japanese title of respect referring to a friend (from the movie 'Karate Kid')! Danny was always nice to us all and always ready & willing to lend a helping hand whenever he could! He was a hard worker (whether he actually knew what he was doing or not sometimes) he always tried! ;) I always got a kick out of how whenever he came up to us all as kids he would say "hey there gang"...his friendly way of saying hi to us all! He was always having or providing us all with a good laugh about something or another! I'm sure he will be missed by many & I will be thinking of you all during this unfortunate & difficult time. Continue to focus on all the good times & memories & the laughs that you all had throughout the many years you had together! Sincerely, Vinnie Grosso
4/20/2015 Jim and Debra LaMonica
Amherst, MA, USA
Dear Danny's Family, My wife and I only had the privilege of knowing Danny for a short while, when we traveled to Naples to visit Sean and Barb in March, and Danny nominated himself as our unofficial tour guide. He took us to many of his favorite places, including a lunch spot on the water, the pier, the beach, and the Elks Club. Everywhere we went, he had a pleasant word to say to everyone. We met up with him a number of times at Sean's for meals and cards and cribbage. He was easy-going, and easy to love, and we looked forward to spending time with him again. We can only imagine, with genuine sadness, the extent of your loss. Please accept our most sincere condolences. We will remember Danny with great fondness.