Charles Gerard Donovan, Sr.
In Loving Memory
Charles was born in New Orleans on August 11, 1934 and departed this world on Wednesday March 14, 2018. He was the son of Thomas Donovan and Mary Cole. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 67 years, Shirley Ferger Donovan.
He will be greatly missed by his surviving four children, Charles Jr. (Teresa), Harold (Tammy), Thomas and Linda Donovan Gerdes (CJ)
He leaves behind 10 loving grandchildren, Angela Donovan Cockran ( Damon ), Charles III ( Rachel ), Jack ( Shelly ), Jennifer Donovan Gebhardt ( Gilly ), Shawn ( Amber ), Natalie & Nicole Gerdes, Thomas ( Kristiana ), Jeff ( Lacey ) and Brittny as well as two step grandchildren, Stephanie and Patrick. Also, 16 great grandchildren and one step great grandchild. One surviving sister Joyce Byrd and brother-in-law to Hazel Ferger.
He was a retired New Orleans Fire Fighter known as “Peanuts” for 23 years, President and Owner of Donovan and Sons Rubber Stamp Co.
Memorial service will be held at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, La on Wednesday March 21st from 5 till 7:30 pm with Mass to follow. On line guestbook at www.greenwoodfh.com
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