Whitman - Michael V. Donovan 73, died Monday August 13 after a brave battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of Rita (Mansfield) Donovan.
Born and raised in Brockton he was the son of the late George and Doris (Sheehan) Donovan and a graduate of Brockton High School.
Michael had been a resident of Whitman for over 28 years and had worked many years in the office of Catholic Charities.
He was a loyal fan of NASCAR and had been an avid collector of model trains, cars and trucks.
In addition to his loving wife Rita, he is survived by his brothers Jay of Bridgewater, George of East Bridgewater, Kevin,Greg and Christopher all of Brockton and his sisters Denise Crocker of Centerville, Elaine Cox and Rosemary Rogan both of West Bridgewater. He was the brother of the late James, Bryan, William, Kerri and Sister Catherine Pelton.
Family and friends are invited to attend his funeral service to be held Friday August 17 at 9 AM in St. Bridget Church, Abington. Visiting hours are omitted by request of the family.
Donations in his name may be made to American Cancer Society, 5 Manley Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379 or to the charity of one’s choice.