DONOVAN, NELLIE - It is with great sadness that the family of Nellie Elizabeth Donovan announce her death at the Oromocto Public Hospital on Friday, March 9, 2012 at the age of 81. Born in Saint John on May 24th, 1931 she was the wife of the late Burton James Donovan. Nellie leaves behind her sons, Burton "Buddy" (Barbara), Billy (Kim), Wayne (Debbie) and Lennie (Nicole); daughters, Faye and Susan (Arnold); twelve grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and extended family. In addition to her husband, Burton, Nellie was predeceased by her parents, Rufus and Blanche Bonnell; and her son, Stephen. Nellie was a devoted mother who loved all children and animals.
Visitation will be held at Oromocto Funeral Home, 108 Winnebago St., on Tuesday, March 13th, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 14th at 11 am with Fr. Ken Weir officiating. Interment will take place in the spring. For those who wish, donations in Nellie's memory can be made to the Oromocto SPCA or the children's charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences can be made at www.oromoctofh.com, 357-5100.