Deborah A Donovan Obituary in Rockland at Magoun-Biggins

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Deborah A Donovan

Passed 08/13/2020

Obituary For Deborah A Donovan

Deborah A. Donovan of Weymouth passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday August 13th. She was born on September 30th, 1957 in Weymouth and raised in Rockland.

Deborah was the 2nd oldest of seven children and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family especially her daughter Taylor. She will be remembered for her compassion and quick wit. Deborah would always find the good in things. One of her favorite expressions was "you may be having a better time than you think you are". She loved spending time at nantasket beach with her family as a child and this continued into her adult life. When she turned the corner and could see the ocean she always said she felt like she was coming home. She found great pleasure listening to music, watching movies and was an avid writer.

She is survived by her daughter Taylor Rose Donovan of Quincy MA as well as her four sisters Carole M Donovan of Quincy, Michele T Goodwin (Donovan)and her husband Scott of Ipswich, Kathleen Donovan-Maher and her husband John of Hanover and Siobhan Donovan Grant and her husband Thomas of Bridgewater. She is predeceased by her parents John J. Donovan, Sr. and Carole M. Donovan (McGoldrick), as well as her brothers John J. Donovan Jr. and Michael J. Donovan.

The family welcomes friends and family to celebrate her life on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at The Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 union street, Rockland from 4:00-7:00 PM .

A Private Funeral Service will be held in The Holy Family Church in Rockland.

Services

TBD

Funeral Mass

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA Get Directions »

20 Aug

Visitation

16:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »

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05/16/2025

Jack Gauthier

I recently learned she passed away. We went to Holy Family School together in the 70's. She was my crush in 7th, 8th grade. A wonderful memory I have of her was at a dance we had at our elementary school. I was afraid to ask her to dance, so I was hiding in a hallway w a bunch my guy classmates. She came barging thru the door and said to me in front of everyone, "Well, are you going to ask me to dance, or not". I had no choice after that announcement.
05/26/2021

Bob Coughlin

To all, I am sorry for your troubles. Please know Deb is in my prayers. God Bless you all.
05/26/2021

Trish (Keane) cowing

My sincerest condolences on your loss. May she rest in peace. I will say a prayer in memory of her.
05/26/2021

Paul and Barbara Fournier

Sending our love and prayers.
05/26/2021

Carol Petrocellu

So sorry for your loss
05/26/2021

David Barney

My deep condolences to the extended Donovan family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
05/26/2021

Brian Kerrigan

I am very sorry for the loss of Deb Donovan. I delivered Meals on Wheels to her for years. She was always easy to talk to and polite. I knew that I had to be patient waiting for her to buzz me in. Sometimes I would keep buzzing until I woke her up to receive her meal. We talked about Nantasket beach often. I will miss you Deb. Rest in peace.
05/26/2021

Beth McNally

My sincere condolences to the extended Donovan family. The photos are so wonderful of Deb and the family-so many memories to cherish. Deb had such a beautiful smile. Rest In Peace,Deb.