Thomas Edward "Tom" Donovan

Of Norwood passed away on Monday April 10, 2023 at age 74 after a valiant fight with Frontal Temporal Dementia.

Tom was the son of the late Dr. Edward L. Donovan and Margaret L. (Davol). He was the devoted brother of Nancy of Philadelphia, Steve and his wife Corinne of Duxbury, Robert of South Hadley, Ellen of Rochester NY, John and his wife Robin of Walpole, William of Cambridge, Michael of Norwood, Elizabeth of Norwood, and the late Edward L. Donovan, Jr. He was the proud uncle of Lisa, Laura and Amara, Jonathan, and great-uncle of Sienna, Luke, Tyler, and Christian.

Like many youngsters of the sixties, Tom’s life experiences began with a paper route where he quickly developed life-long skills in engaging with others. From early on his desire to achieve was clear. While lettering in sports, first at Norwood High then Amherst College, his academic endeavors led him to Honor Society status. Upon completion of his college years, he enjoyed time with friends where he traveled far and wide, from Hawaii to Corn Hill in Truro, adding to his life-long love of nature and the ocean. He especially loved the South of Coast Rhode Island enjoying yoga on the beach then dancing the afternoon away at the Ocean Mist. Tom embarked on a thirty-eight year career in human services by climbing the ranks to the position of unit director at Wrentham State School. His work with nurturing caregivers and clients fueled his dedication to those in need, leading to a life well lived.

Tom’s family would like to thank Newton Wellesley Alzheimer’s Center for their care and support during Tom’s illness. Their dedication to dementia care is inspiring.

A Visitation will be held in the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD on Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, prior to the Funeral Service beginning at 12:30 PM. Interment at Highland Cemetery in Norwood will be private.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Thomas' memory to the Norwood Circle of Hope, 24 Myrtle Street, Norwood MA 02062.