Contributions to the tribute of Michael "Mike" Donovan

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John Graham posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

First of all I would like to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to the family. I wish to share my connection with Mike. My name is john graham and I met Mike when I was 13. You see I lived in Kennebecasis Park and one summer I had somehow gotten to work( hang out ) at the Irving station at the top of the park. Mike would let me pump gas and imagine I was an employee. To me Mike was superman, he would work on Brutus and share the stories of their latest conquests. i even got to ride in Brutus as drove me home a few times . Mike shared his passion and he ignited the touch inside of me - I knew what I wanted to do, I just didn’t know how to get there. That would take another decade and another gas station. We soon moved to Ontario and away from that perfect world of washing cars, pumping gas and dreaming about racing with Mike and Brutus… I have often fondly recounted that summer and the impact it had on me. Just recently I was nominated to the Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame, I wouldn’t have got here without that inspiration and passion Mike had bestowed on me, I have always regarded Mike as the driver that had the most impact on me…. And I’m sorry we never got to race together. Mike, I thank you for your patience and your passion and a summer that became lifetime. Rest In Peace John

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Carol Johnston posted a condolence

Friday, July 2, 2021

Annie, Please accept my condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts with warm memories of our early childhood at the Glen. May you find strength in the days ahead. God Bless. Sincerely, Carol Johnston( Perry)

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Brian & Mary Hillis posted a condolence

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Annie, Donna, Stephen and families It is with sadness that we read of Mike's passing. Although we lost touch over the last years our minds go back to happy times that we had together during our racing days and the many years we spent together on the Rothesay Regional Police Force. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. RIP Mike

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Lynn m. Donovan 4 posted a condolence

Thursday, June 24, 2021

So sorry for your loss, many child hood memories. Rest in peace my friend. Blessings and prayers for all at this time. Lynn Donovan Ward

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Patty Donovan posted a condolence

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Patrick, this is a sad loss. Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Mike's entire family. Patty Donovan and Family

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Robert D. Hamilton posted a condolence

Thursday, June 24, 2021

I would like to offer my condolences on Mike's passing. I remember him from high school in Rothesay, running the Irving station on Rothesay Rd. and racing Brutus at Pennfield. He was a nice guy and a good cop. I saw him around a few times since we were young. Bob Hamilton

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Debby Somerville posted a condolence

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Dearest sweet kind Mike. Oh how he liked to joke and play tricks at work. Most of all he loved his fishing and many tales he could spin. He was a family man and cherished his home. Oh how very sad it is to hear of his passing. He was a complete pleasure to work with! To his wife, children, grandchildren and all family members, I am so very sorry for your loss. But, don't worry I am sure there is a nice lake or river in heaven where he will be waiting for everyone he loves! God bless you as you go through this tragedy in life. Sincerely Debby Somerville

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John & Ann Marie (Collette) Mackay uploaded photo(s)

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Dear Annie & Family: Ann Marie and I send our sincere and heartfelt condolences on Mike's passing. We will forever cherish our fond early memories of Mike including Torryburn Irving, ice fishing on the Kennebacasis River, drag racing in Pennfield, NB and of course the many practical jokes we use to play on one another. I have shared these fond and funny stories about Mike over the years with friends and family and will continue to do so. Rest In Peace Mike. John & Ann Marie (Collette) Mackay Largo, Florida

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Traci Surette posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Annie, so sorry to hear of Mike’ s passing,, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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Larry Greer posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

My sincerest condolences to Mike's family on their loss. Have many great memories of Mike as we shared workspace at the old fire hall on the Common. Larry Greer, retired fire chief Rothesay (Kennebecasis) Fire Dept

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Lynn smith posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Annie,Stephen,Donna and family so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Thinking of you all at this time. Lynn Smith, Lorraine Lucas, Lorna McFarlane and Clarence McFarlane

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Ronald DONOVAN posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

I was sadden to read of Mike's passing, my prayers go out to the family at this time. God Bless Ron & Linda

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J. Kevin McDonald Sgt. (Rtd) posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

To the Donovan Family; The women and men of the Saint John City Police Retired Members Association send our most sincere condolences on the passing of Mike! Many of us had the pleasure of working with Mike during his career of the "Rothesay Police Force & The Kennebecasis Regional Force"! ON so many occasions the Rothesay Force and the Saint John Force worked together and in fact, shared off times with Mike as he enjoyed his hobby. Mike is held in high esteem by all that knew him. We will keep Sgt. Mike and you in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

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Tom fournier posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Sending deep condolences to long time friend Annie Donovan on the passing of husband Mike.

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David Hatfield posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Thoughts and prayers go out to Mikes family. David Hatfield Det.( retired) Saint John Police.

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Mark Donovan uploaded photo(s)

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

I would like to send my deepest condolences to Annie, Stephen and Donna on behalf of myself and the rest of the Donovan family. Mike was the twin brother to my father, David; like most twins, those two were thick as thieves. From the stories of the "twin magic" they used to play in school, to fighting/driving their parents nuts, to adulthood where they were always on the water together, those two were not only twins but best buddies. I have known Mike my entire life, he was a good uncle and I have been very fortunate to spend a quite of time on the water him. I would consider Mike along with my father, to be the pioneers of striped bass fishing in the region. Mike would talk a big game regards to fishing but could always back it. Every week the "twins" would go off on a fishing adventure and there would be some sort of results, usually good ones. Mike along with my Aunt Annie were very supportive at the end for my father and were a tremendous help. I will always appreciate that. All I know if Mike ends up the same place with Dave, they will be breaking out the rods and the twins will be fishing together again. Thanks for every Mike... Mark Donovan on the behalf of Mark & Mary, Sandra, and Troy, Angela and Clara

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Nancy Robertson Gillies posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Dear Annie and family, I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing and can only imagine the heart break you all feel. My sincere condolences, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Nancy Robertson Gillies

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Tony Bamford posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Mike and I met in High school. Played a little hockey together .Lied about our ages and joined the Reserve Army at 15 years of age. Worked with the Kinsmen Club of Rothesay to better the community. Mike was a very giving and caring man and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him.

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Brian Daley (Sgt retired SJPF posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. RIP

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Wayne Hooper posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was well respected and I always enjoyed our conversations when he visited our station or meeting him elsewhere. He will be missed - Wayne Hooper-Sgt/Rtd -SJPF

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Andrew posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

So sad to hear of Mikes passing. I worked with him for 10 years. He had a great smile and laugh. It's so true that he loved the outdoors. He used to get garbage bags of old donuts from the local coffee shops for hunting season. He was a great SGT. Deepest condolences to all who knew Mike.

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Mary Henderson posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Mike was a friend, mentor and a leader; and always a great story teller. Many good times working together. I remember the very first day that I worked with Mike, I slammed his finger in the police car door. He barely flinched… and then without missing a beat he asked me when I thought I’d get a raise. May he Rest In Peace. Mary Henderson

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Pamela McDermott posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

So sorry for your loss . Our deepest condolences to the family. John & Pamela McDermott

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Susan Cooper posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

So very sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He was a great fellow and will be missed.

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The family of Michael "Mike" Donovan uploaded a photo

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Michael "Mike" Donovan

1946 - 2021