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James Donahoe Obituary

Donahoe, James Patrick "Jim" Age 48, of Hanover, Illinois, died Wednesday, November 16, 2011, at the Midwest Medical Center in Galena, Illinois, as a result of a car accident. Cremation rites will be accorded. A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Monday, November 21, 2011, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Hanover. A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2011, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hanover. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to mass at the church. Inurnment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Hanover. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Franciscan Missionary Union, Attn: Father Mario, St. Peter's Catholic Church, 110 West Madison, Chicago, Illinois, 60602. Online condolences and tributes may be given to the family at www.lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Jim was a life long member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the Hanover Community. He was a proud graduate of Hanover High School and Iowa State University. At an early age, Jim won competitions at the Jo Daviess County Fair for his Suffolk sheep, rams, and ewes breeding projects. After leaving Iowa State, Jim moved into Chicago to trade commodity futures at the Chicago Board of Trade. Before retiring, he was one of the largest U.S. Treasury Bond Brokers and Chairman of the U.S. Treasury Bond Pit Committee. In 2003, he also was part of the Union League Club, Ray Berg Doubles Handball Championship team. Jim became active in the Hanover area with several wildlife conservation projects and was active in several area charities. Jim loved golf and hunting and was the Ridgemoor Country Club 2010 member guest championship winner. Jim was a faithful friend, loving son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his mother Mary, four brothers, two sisters, and many fond nephews, nieces, cousins, a large extended family of friends, and Buddy his cat. He was also involved with the Franciscan Order, helping to fund several projects including a church in Ecuador. It is generally believed Jim is somewhere playing gin rummy with his father Jay and arguing over football bets.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 20, 2011.

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Gerry Clesen

November 14, 2021

Every time I see a picture of Jim, I clearly see his Father Jay. Jim had his life cut way too short, but he accomplished so much it is breathtaking. Mary, Jay and their family are in my heart and I include them in my daily prayers. Love, Gerry

Brad Manzara

October 17, 2012

Jimmy d , we still miss you everyday. You were one of a kind. Love ya The manzara family

brad Manzara

December 6, 2011

the manzara family , would like to send our deepest sympathy to danny and nancy and the entire donahoe family. I am still shocked of jimmys passing and apologize in missing his funeral . I loved jimmy and will always remember his smile and laugh. I pray god grants his friends and family some peace over these unthinkable hard times. Life is so fragile and his loss has taught me to appreciate life everyday and that tomorrow is not promised.god bless

Pat May and family

November 27, 2011

We are very sorry to hear the tragic news of Jim's passing! Our hearts go out to Jim's family and close friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

Steve Cathcart

November 23, 2011

My deepest regrets to the Donahoe family. Jim was a great friend to all! The old days on the CBOT Bond floor was full of chaos & characters! You were a good broker for our desk, and a good friend! You will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know you! You are a good soul, Jimmy-DHO! God Bless you buddy!

Teddy Clark

November 22, 2011

Thank you DHO for putting a smile on my face every time I saw you.
RIP, you will be missed my friend.

AJ Wurster

November 21, 2011

The Donahoe family has my prayers in this difficult time. D-hoe will be missed by all and he always thought of others ahead of himself. I will personally miss my talks of investments, football, and just Jim being Jim by dishing out his BS to me. I am and will continue to be a better person because I knew him.

Gerard Clesen

November 21, 2011

It is with deep sympathy that I send this message! Our sincere regrets are offered with our prayers for Jim and his family at this time of sorrow. We are sorry we cannot attend Jim's services, but know that our hearts are with your family.

Tom Burke

November 20, 2011

We are blessed to have known Jimmy. Always up-beat and friendly, he had a knack for making others feel good. I know that God will make a special place for him in His Kingdom.

November 20, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the enire Donohoe family. I was with Jimmy a few weeks ago as we attended a high school play that my granddaughter happened to be in. I will always remember Jim as h was that night----- happy, talking, thoughtful, and full of joy! He will surely be missed. Sincerely. Carl Michelotti

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