Mark Edward Donovan

Mark Edward Donovan, 50 of Zero Mull Road, Morganton, NC, died Sunday, December 18, 2005 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Born in Salem, MA, he was the son of Robert Edward Donovan and Barbara King Donovan of Morganton, NC. He worked as a forklift operator for the Digital Equipment Company. His hobbies included fishing, playing pool, and restoring automobiles. He loved his daughters and grandchildren very much.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughters, Marsha Donovan of Monponsett, MA, Kelly Donovan of Taunton, MA; grandchildren, Anya Donovan and Erik Donovan, both of Monponsett, MA; sister, Donna L. Baker of Bellingham, MA, Roberta L. Betts of Morganton, NC, Karen L. Kelley of Plainville, MA, Kim A. Gauthier of North Sutton, NH; a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins; his companion of thirteen years, Barbara Cook; and his aunt and uncle, Janet & Bryan Beetlestone of Franklin, MA.

A memorial service will be held at Federated Church in Franklin, MA at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813.