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Bruce Donahue Obituary

Donahue, Bruce

Donahue, Bruce E age 64 of Downers Grove, formerly of Chicago, passed away on December 12, 2023. Bruce was preceded in death by his wife Patricia (Klein) his parents Francis and Anna, sisters Christine (Richard) Wendt and Susan, Brothers Frank (Christina), and Timothy (Constance). He was a loving brother to Kevin, Diane Lapointe, Mark (Sharon), Michael and Paul (Dana). He was a dear Godfather to Lauren. He was a loving Uncle to Kim (Christopher) Bohanek, Roberta (Ken) Maher, Jeff (Bethany) Wendt, Timothy, Catherine, Mark (Tara), Lauren (Kevin) Gilboy, Carl (Diane), James (Cady), Curt (Coli) Panfil, Michelle (Travis) Schilder, Phillip Lapointe, Michael Jr., Zachary and Alyssa and a Great-Uncle and Cousin to many near and far. All services are private and a Celebration of Life will be held later.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 3, 2024.

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John & Linda Francis

January 13, 2024

Mark, sorry to hear of your brother“s passing. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

January 13, 2024

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Bruce will be remembered at the next Police Mass.

In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

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