Our condolences to Jeffrey's family, and to all the Donahues. It doesn't seem so terribly long ago that we all were thoroughly enjoying our King School and college years; there are so many warm, fond memories. I'll always remember Jeffrey as a big,happy kid, enthusiastic and positive, a fine friend and teammate, and regret that he left this life far too soon.

Delivered on 9/27/13 by Timothy Donahue

On behalf of Eileen, Kerry and Scott, Kelly, the Tully and Donahue families, we welcome you and sincerely thank you for joining us today to celebrate the life of one of God’s great people, Jeffrey Donahue.
Born on July 28th 1950 Jeffrey was the seventh child of my parents AJ and V-P-D. He and I were only 18 months apart and we shared lots of wonderful times together growing up in Stamford and for many years to follow. 
My early recollection of Jeff as a child is not unlike we all think of him today. He was bright, big, tough, tenacious and tons of fun.  I remember vividly playing what we called mouch football in the field behind our home at 336 Ocean Drive West.  Mouch was a rather insane game where the person unlucky enough to get the ball was gang tackled by everyone else on the field. In many cases there were 15 plus kids just waiting to pounce on the ball carrier. No wonder we all have bad backs and bad knees. We were absolute maniacs.   Jeffrey was one of the more feared ball carriers in our nutty game.  It was not unusual to see him drag three to four other kids for ten yards before they could pull him to the ground.  
Jeffrey faced some difficult times growing up.  He had an unfortunate stutter no doubt causing him some internal pain.  But, he never let this affliction stand in his way.  To the contrary…he worked extremely hard to overcome his stuttering.  I remember my father and mother bringing him to any number of speech therapists who worked with him.  But, it was not until he met a speech professor at John Carroll University, where he was an incoming freshman, that he found help.  At the time, brother Donny was a student at John Carroll studying communications.  He had a speech professor, Dr. Brunning who he introduced to Jeffrey.  Together they completely eradicated his stuttering.  I tell this story only to emphasis Jeff’s incredible tenacity.  He never gave up; he was determined to overcome his problem.  And, he did.  Ironically, Jeffrey graduated from Emerson College as a Communication Major and throughout his business career he was known as a fabulous public speaker.  
A few other stories from his early days:  

Because Jeffrey was a big, strong and well-coordinated athlete; he was a great football player in high school.  He played fullback.  I can remember him CRASHING through the offensive line…ball under arm…and shredding the defense.  He ran for 100+ yards every game.  Even more remarkable, he had a bum knee and could not run laterally.  So, everyone knew he was coming straight ahead; and they still had difficulty stopping him.  He had amazing drive and a profound will to WIN. 
I want to transition now to the mid-seventies when Jeff and I started working together.  I had returned home to Connecticut from California where I was working in the hair care industry.  Jeffrey was living in Mystic, Connecticut working as a roofer with our brother-in-law Tommy Geary.  My first year out of college, I worked for the Woolworth Company and had gained experience in the retail trade.  Jeffrey and I decided that we would start our own business and we purchased a Ben Franklin franchise.  In those days, Ben Franklin was a five and dime store.  We choose Gibsonton, Florida as our first location. Shortly after opening the store, it became clear to both of us that our clientele was much more interested in craft products than stationary, hardware and the traditional five and dime fare.  As a result, we approached Ben Franklin and convinced them to introduce a new concept. Basically, we designed and repurposed the store to be a craft emporium.  Sister Anne and Tommy Geary agreed to join us and help us build a very successful framing department.  Our prototype became the standard for all new Ben Franklin stores nationwide.  Now, Gibsonton was an unusual place.  It was the Winter home of the carnival people.  They were an unusual lot….let’s just say that they were a bit odd and somewhat eclectic.   Unfortunately, they also had a propensity to shoplift.  I remember, Jeffrey sitting in the office, spotting someone coming through the front door that we suspected could be a shoplifter.  I know it is carnival people profiling…get over it.  Jeffrey would bolt out of the office, round the isle and simply ask “may I help you?”  If that person had any intention of stealing a Hershey bar or anything else that day, they definitely thought twice about it.  Jeffrey had a presence.  On several occasions, we would pursue shoplifters who had clearly lifted merchandise.  In those days, I was a bit thinner than Jeffrey and a bit faster so I would catch them and Jeffrey…let’s just say…would have a chat with them.  Trust me, they remembered that chat.  He had a presence.  
Even though we were experiencing success with our store; the best thing that happened in Gibsonton was Eileen Tully.  At the time, Eileen was working as a clerk in Fabric King a retail store adjacent to Ben Franklin.  Jeffrey and I would visit Eileen on a regular basis.  We all became friends.  One thing led to another.  Jeffrey and Eileen fell in love and married in 1976.  I will never forget the wedding.  I was the best man…standing next to Jeffrey…looking down the aisle…as Eileen and her father, Jim, approached the altar.  Eileen was clearly nervous and white as her gown.  I looked at Jeffrey and said…”I think she is going down for the count”.  Jeffrey smiled, as only he could, and said “not to worry…she’ll be fine”.  It was a wonderful day…and Jeffrey married a wonderful woman.  
Our business grew.  We eventually owned three stores…our original store in Gibsonton and two additional stores in Orlando.  Jeffrey and Eileen moved to Orlando where Kerry was born in 1981. They were both so proud and rightly so.  She was a beautiful little girl with an infectious smile.    

We eventually sold the stores and went our different ways.   Interestingly, Jeffrey continued to work with family members both at our father’s radio station and with our brother Denny at another retail venture called Bed City.  It was during this time in 1984 that Eileen and Jeffrey’s second daughter, Kelly, was born in Darien, Ct.  Another beautiful daughter who brought them such great joy.  How they love their “girl’s”.

Jeffrey had many valuable business skills one of which was his acumen with numbers and backroom process.  He was all over the operations and understood the importance of efficiently managing the P&L.  More importantly, Jeffrey had wonderful people skills.  He could get the best out of people.  While he was tough and demanding, and did not suffer fools well, he also had a personal touch that made people feel good about their work.  He understood the power of recognition.  I cannot tell you how many people I have met throughout the years who have such high praise for Jeffrey and his leadership skills.  The fact that so many of Jeffrey’s business associates are here today, is a testament to both his business and personal talents. 
 
As time marched on, Jeffrey worked for various enterprises mostly in the telecom space…including DialPage, Adelphia, Telcove, Atlantic Partners, Fairpoint and UCT…his last business venture where once again we worked together. How lucky was I.    P A U S E
 
So…what was it that made Jeffrey such a wonderful human being?  First and foremost, he loved life.  He loved being around people.  When he walked into a room, he owned it.  There was something about his smile and laughter that endeared him to all.  He loved to have FUN…and fun he had.  
He was a great sailor and loved being on the water.  Most years he would take Eileen, Kerry and Kelly along with other friends and family and sail the islands.  He took such joy imparting his sailing passion on others.  He was patient and kind to any first-time sailor.  He relished in teaching the art of sailing and would go out of his way to ensure that all aboard where comfortable and were enjoying the experience.  He wanted people to enjoy life and to him there was no better enjoyment on this earth than sailing.  I remember speaking with our brother Phonsie who went on several sailing trips with Jeffrey, Eileen and the “girls”.   All he could talk about was the wonderful time they had together as a family…laughing and enjoying life.  

Another true passion of Jeffrey’s was music.  He had a great voice and a great ear for music.  He soooo much enjoyed when the family would get together and sing four-part harmony.  Jeffrey joined various acapella groups and delighted in both the music and the comradery of the group.  He helped start an acapella group called “Middle Of Nowhere” in Coudersport, Pa where he lived and worked for several years.   By the way, Coudersport is in the middle of nowhere.  He knew a lot about music and his tastes varied from classical to rock.  P A U S E                                                NOW, the entire family has experienced Jeffrey’s non-stop singing.  From the minute he rose in the morning until he went to bed at night, he would sing…and sing…and sing!!!!!!  Wow could this boy sing!!!  P A U S E

What I will remember most about Jeffrey was his devotion to his family.  Jeffrey and Eileen are a true love story.  Jeffrey ADORED Eileen and Eileen Jeffrey.  They were each other’s priority…and rightly so.  These last two years were so difficult for Eileen and the kids as Jeffrey battled his illness.  No one was stronger, no one was kinder, no one was more supportive, and no one was more understanding than Eileen.   Talk about a true partner!!!  Faced with difficult medical decisions…they made them together and many times with humor.  Eileen was Jeffrey’s rock.  So too, his girls…Kerry and Kelly.  How Jeffrey loved them.  He was one of the most supportive fathers that I have ever known….he clearly took after our own father.  His “girls” benefited from the confidence that he always instilled in them.  He took great pride in discussing their many accomplishments.  He taught them the importance of honesty, kindness and having fun.   They inherited his sense of humor and his love of laughter…  What a wonderful FAMILY.  
As I mentioned earlier, there is one quality that Jeffrey possessed that all of us found inspiring…his amazing tenacity.    Our entire family was blessed two weeks before his passing to have him join us for a family outing on the Big Zip.  He loved being back on the water.  Even though he had to rest frequently during the party, he would rally after a short nap and join the fun.  The following day we cruised Long Island sound where he reiterated to Jayne and me that “when I get better, I can’t wait to sail the BVI’s once again”.  Up to the last minute, he had the most positive attitude and was convinced that he would beat this insidious disease.  I never heard him complain.  He was always positive and optimistic.  If one treatment failed, he would move on and pursue the next course of action.  That was Jeffrey... he NEVER, EVER gave up.  
So now it is time to say goodbye to Jeffrey.  He was so smart….so successful…so loved…and SOOO MUCH FUN!!!  He was kind, generous, affable and tenacious.  He was so strong both physically and mentally…yet he had a softness and a sentimentality that all of us will miss and always remember.  He is now sailing with “AJ” and “Phonsie” in the ocean above while enjoying a hearty laugh and a vodka with Mother. God love him and protect him.

Eulogy delivered on 9/27/2013 by Kerry Donahue Shepski
Good morning. On behalf of my whole family, thank you all for coming today to help celebrate Dad’s life.
While there are hundreds of words you could use to describe my father, the first word you simply have to start with is fun. 
Early on life, I realized that my dad wasn’t quite like the other fathers I knew.  When he volunteered to drive my 7-year old self and classmates on a field trip, he immediately took the opportunity to teach us to all throw our hands up in sync on the 4 count.  The response was hysterical laughter from 2nd graders and as he speculated “wonder what the other cars think we’re doing in here?”
Rather than bemoan housework, Dad woke us up every Saturday morning with bursts of songs followed by loud music blaring from the living room, an essential for all Saturday morning chores, of course, because why would you do clean when you can clean and dance at the same time?
Dad seemed to always find a way to turn the mundane into the exciting.  He loved life. Something as basic as a getting the car washed became fun.  First, it was a “mission” and then, if you’re going to get the car washed, obviously you go to the one where you can watch your car go through the tunnel of cleanliness and make sound effects as it progresses through.  The end result of a clean car is celebrated with exclamations or even songs about just how “oh so stratified is my car”  
While out on missions, there were sometimes DTMs – “Don’t Tell Moms.”  It was usually “sneaka” candy bar or ice cream, but what it was didn’t matter – I always felt like I was in on the best secret when it involved Dad.
While Dad was always busy with work, he somehow found time to attend all of extracurricular stuff.  From school plays to soccer and basketball or volleyball games, he was right there on the sidelines cheering in his big booming voice, even for his daughter the cheerleader.   That’s right – he attended football games just to cheer for the cheerleader.
The cool part was that Kelly and I also got to go and watch him.  Whether it was the Heralds of Harmony barbershop chorus in Florida or Middle of Nowhere acapella group in Coudersport, Dad was out in front singing and smiling.  The first time that we went to a barbershop show, he was so excited that he drove us all home and then immediately turned around and went back for the afterglow at the hotel, just to hear more singing and figure out how he could get involved.  My personal favorite was watching him perform as the Cowardly Lion in Wizard of Oz in the town play up in Coudersport.  If you didn’t get a chance to see it, just take a moment and imagine Big Jeff as the Cowardly Lion.  No surprise – but he nailed it.
Whenever it was time for a big decision in life, we always went to him.  His blessing made the difference and somehow gave me the strength to be brave and take a leap.  
At a few pivotal “leap” moments in our lives –my first time away from home, moving to Coudersport, heading to college – Dad would write us letters.  Going back through them over the past few days, I found one passage that I will carry with me and speaks to how much he loved his family.  
“I could not have asked for more wonderful daughters than you and your sister.  I am so proud of you and love you more than you could ever realize.  When or if you have children, I think you’ll fully understand what I mean.  To hear you laugh, to watch you play and see you think, to listen to your thoughts and to see you grow into a woman brings me the sweetest joy of my life.  Even if we’re not together, you’ll be in my thoughts.  Please take care of mom and yourself and remember to write.  I love you Dad”
He was always larger than life and now, he and Al are off sailing with a vodka in their hands and song on their lips.  Have fun Dad.

I am so very sorry to hear about Jeffrey. We all had lots of fun  growing up together at The Yacht Club and in Shippan, I especially remember his big smile and jolly laugh. My condolences to all the Donahues.

Eileen and Tim...

Very sad to read of Jeffrey's passing at such an early age. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dear Donahue Family:  I was saddened to learn of Jeff's early passing.  I was a friend of Denny's in high school and remember Jeff at the family pool in the summers always making us laugh.  You are all in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.  Carol Schelhammer Barnard

Dear Eileen and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear the news.  Jeff always offered a cheery word and a smile, making it a point to connect with anyone who crossed his path, regardless of their lot in life.  I have found memories of him during our time as colleagues in Coudersport Pa. He made a profound impact on the lives of so many folks.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Wolf (Columbus Ohio)

Dear Eileen,

I am so sorry and deeply saddened. Jeff would always come into my office and look at the pictures of my little ones and tell me how beautiful and precious they were.  You could always hear him singing or laughing in the office or hallway when in town. I will say a prayer.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all on this day. Jeff, Al, and Gayl are watching us all now,
            Jan Lehman

Sincere condolences to the Donahue family...

We are both so very sorry to for the loss of your brother. May the fun and happy memories of your dear brother fill your hearts in the difficult days ahead.

Dear Donahues, we are so sorry not to be there today to celebrate Jeffrey's life.  I know though that he lived life every day as a gift to be celebrated.  He always made those around him feel special.  God Bless you, dear Jeffrey...The Cahills

Dear Donahue Family,
We are so terribly sorry to hear of Jeffrey's passing. He will be in our hearts and prayers always.
With love,
Gayle, Courtney, and D.J. Pierce

My condolences to the entire Donahue family for the loss of Jeff and at such a young age. We began a business relationship at WYRS and enjoyed many years of friendship. The Donahue family allowed me to work hard, play hard and laugh a lot. Jeff, Denny and the "Boss" Al and I were family at the station. I learned a lot and laughed a lot. Chris and Dave spent hours at CD's with a tremendous vision for music,fun, and food. Rory's became my second home for dinners and Denny and Jeff were always around and we could laugh for days. 

I am sorry for the loss of Jeff and have great memories that
I always will share. God Bless the Donahue family

Eileen and girls,
Our family has been so blessed to have all of you a part of our lives and in true fashion, Jeffrey was a larger than life character to my kids as El Capitan, the salty sea captain with the booming laugh and even bigger heart.  We will choose to honor and celebrate his life his life with you, knowing that the world is a better place and that his legacy will be long lived though the many who loved him.  May the peace of Christ comfort you all as you mourn his loss and may the joy of the Lord enable you to celebrate and honor his life.  We love you all.

Dear Jack and Lynn, Our prayers and thoughts go out to you on the loss of your brother. May the memories of good times had hold Jeffrey in your heart forever and may he rest in peace.

Heaven's choir just gained a great voice and a wonderful person.  My condolences and prayers to Eileen, his children, and all his family.
Gretchen Songster, Potter Players, Coudersport, PA

Very sorry to hear this.  I haven't seen Jeffrey since King School days but he, like all the Donahue kids, was a joy to be around and he made me laugh til I wet my pants.

May Jeffrey's laughter and good nature make heaven a better place. Sincere condolences to all the Donahue family/ies.

anne and sibs....so so sorry for your loss, however, as you stated: no more pain. a blessing in disguise. lisa and i will be planting two trees side by side in the holy city of jerusalum in honor of those two brave brothers.  we love you!
mike and lisa alan, fairfield ct

To The Donahue Family- It was with sadness that we learned of Jeff's passing. I have great memories dating back to the days of our carpool to Iona. Jeff's genuine kindness and great humor continued throughout his life. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Eve & John Madigan

Eileen and Family: So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. My thoughts are with you during such a difficult time. Many memories come back from the years of working together on and off during the many company events and transitions. Just know others are thinking of you and Jeff at your time of loss.  
Chip Chipoletti (Nashville, TN)

Dear Donahue family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I did not know Jeff well, but had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with him him at St. Mark's Church. The choir and I wish the family well, and it is my privilege to be with you tomorrow for the service.

Eileen & family,  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  I so enjoyed working with Jeff. His laughter, beautiful singing voice and just having a love of life was awesome.

Dear Eileen Derry and Kelly,  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.   May Jeffery's warmth, wonderful smile and contagious laugh stay with you always. I know everytime I think of him that will be my heartfelt memory.  
 
Much Love,  Anne Geary

Dear Eileen,  I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing.  He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed.  God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow. I will remember Jeff with a real softness in my heart. That smile and the sparkle in his eyes. Bernadine Szygenda

Eileen, my sincere condolences to you and the girls.  Jeff was one of the kindest, warmest people I have ever met.  He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. I will never forget the evening Jeff put together for John on the boat in West Palm.  

I hope you know that Jeff truly touch a lot of people's lives and we are all better because we knew him.

Eileen,  my deepest sympathy to you and the girls.  Jeff was one of the warmest, kindest and generous men I have ever met.  I will never forget the evening he host John and all his friends on the boat in West Palm.  That was the kind of person Jeff was, always there for a friend.

My thoughts and prayers are with you always,
JoAnn Rogers

Dear Eileen,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff was an amazing and delightful person, always full of love and laughter. He will be fondly remembered.

Dear Eileen and Donahue Family,
My warmest thoughts and prayers to you all.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I will remember Jeffrey with great fondness.
God Bless you all.

Eileen,
Ken and I were so very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing.  We always enjoyed spending time with both of you - Jeff was a huge part of the TelCove family for us.  He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Eileen sorry to hear of Jeff's passing i will miss our lunches in Palm City and our dinner cruise with Jeff & fonzi on the Big Zip.
  Dotty & Ralph Paight

Hi Eileen,  Sorry to hear about Jeff's passing away.  Sending thoughts and prayers to you from Coudersport.  :)   :(

Eileen,

I am so sorry for your loss.  You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Eileen,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Jeff's spirited nature and sense of caring will be missed by all. I am touched by all of his "TelCove" family that have left comments. Jeff will be missed by all.
David Sutherland

I was always happy to hear that Jeff was coming to visit us in Vermont. He threw so much energy at our business that it invigorated us. Our condolences for your loss.

Dear Eileen,
Thinking of you and your family with much love and gratitude for having had the great blessing of Jeffrey in our lives. What a remarkable and wonderful human being ! Ashton joins me in sending our love to all of the Donahue Family at this sad time. 
Margo Donahue de Peyster

Dear Eileen and family.  We are so shocked and sorry for your loss - all of our losses really.  He was a wonderful boss and mentor. Never a dull day.  His laughter and singing put a smile on our faces everyday.  He will be missed!
Elizabeth and Gordon Bourne (formerly of Coudersport PA - now St Louis, MO)

To the entire Donahue family my sincerest condolences.
Mickey Leonard

Dear Eileen & family, I was so sorry to read about Jeffrey's passing.  Although there is little I can say at this time when sorrow has touched your heart, I want you to know my warmest thoughts are with you now.

Dear Donahue Family, Please accept my sincere  condolences on the passing of Jeffrey.  I remember with great fondness the entire family when we attended St. Mary's Parochial School together.  Sincerely, Frances Cyboski Uva

Eileen and family,
Our thought and prayers are with you at this time. May your fond memories and stories of love, laughter and happy thoughts ease your sorrow.

To the ENTIRE Donahue family, So sorry for your loss...JEFFREY sure was ONE OF A KIND!!! His laugh made the world a better place...With sadness, DR.JAY & CAROL

Eileen and The Donahue family, please accept our thoughts, prayers and condolences with your loss.
Elsie & Jack Hart

I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF JEFF'S PASSING. I REMEMBER HIM FROM THE OLD DAYS OF GROWING UP IN SHIPPAN. MY CONDOLENCES.

Eileen and Donahue family - My sincere condolences to you all. I have many happy memories of Jeff, and he will be missed. It was an honor to know him.

May Jeffrey rest in peace in the heavenly kingdom as he joins Al and Virginia, his brother Al and his niece Cassidy.

Marie and Don Foley





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 Eileen
      I am sorry to hear of his passing. My wife and I send our prayers to you and your family.

    Tony and Patti Mingo

Kelly,
I am very sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Dear Patrick and the rest of the Donahue Tribe,

I was saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. It's like losing a family member.  I'm sure his voice will be missed when the Donahues gather and begin their singing again.

With sincere sadness,

Fred & Liz Dugan

I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing.  TelCove was a family and he was a big part of the reason why.

So sorry for your familiy's loss. I will pray for your strength and comfort in the coming days.

Sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I recall him as a great guy. Condolences to his many friends and family.

I am so sorry to hear of this.  He was a fine man.

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember him well, he was a fine person and it was a pleasure working with him.

Saddened to hear of Jeff's passing.  Dee and I worked with Jeff in the Potter players.  We all loved Jeff.

I have such tremendous respect and fondness for Jeff. His work ethic and love for life and people was evident and infectious. My sincere condolences to his big, wonderful family... he was so proud of you all.

Eileen,  I am saddened to hear this news.  I will always remember our good times during the Adelphia/Telcove days.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

My sincere condolences to all in the Donahue family.

Dearest Donahues, all,
I cannot bear that you have had to endure another death so soon.  
I have such fond memories of our time as kids at the Yacht Club and running free on Shippan Point. Jeff was always one of the "little" brothers.  
Please know that I hold you in my prayers and in my heart.  With love and fond regards,
Kerry Oliver Gillespie Spearman

Eileen,
I am sorry to hear of Jeff's passing, I enjoyed knowing him while I worked at Adelphia, especially with the a capella group.  Wish I could come Sat... maybe.

miss YOU too, i lost my wife of 57 years in May 2012,  i kinda know what you're going through... please let me hear from you at adelphiacom at yahoo.
Very sincerely, Charles Husbands

There will never be another like Tusker.  God's speed Rod G

To the Donahue Family,
I am very saddened to hear of Jeffrey's passing. He is now at peace and rest withe Fonzi looking down at us all. My sincerest condolences to all he was a pretty great guy.

I worked with Jeff & Denny many years ago at WSTC. My thoughts and prayers to all of you during this time.

Eileen and Donahue family, Jeff was a great guy who will be sorely missed. Blessed to have shared great times and laughter with Jeff in the old Shippan days. Deepest condolences.

Eileen,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family for your loss.  You will all be remembered in our prayers.  May Jeff rest in eternal peace.

Judy & Russ Reed (Moon Twp., PA)

Eileen and family - I'm so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing.  He was such a great person and he was the best boss I ever had....He taught me so much through the years that I worked for him.  Everything he taught me has helped me throughout the years.  My thoughts and prayers go out to you - he will be missed by many.

May God's peace come upon you as you reflect on your fondest memories.  Jeff was a remarkable person.  Thinking of you.

Jeffrey was one of the coolest guys I have ever known! He is irreplaceable and will be so missed.
Maureen Murphy Kenefick

Eileen, I'm deeply sorry to hear about Jeff's passing.  I enjoyed working with him very much and getting to know him on a personal level as we traveled together marketing various Adelphia products after he came to Coudersport.
Bob & Diane Wahl
Middleton, MA

Jeff was a hard worker that loved to laugh and have a good time too.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

So sorry to learn about Jeff's passing. He was such a likeable person!! My deepest condolences to the Donahue family.

Eileen and family,  I am so terribly sad to hear about Jeff.  He was a wonderful guy!  I will never forget all the laughter that he brought to the shows and music projects we worked on.  Those memories are very special and he will live on through his friends.

Eileen, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.  You and your family will be in my prayers.

Dear Donahue Family,  My deepest condolences.  My prayers are with you.  Michael Lenihan

Eileen, Kerry and Kelly,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. He was truly a wonderful man and we were blessed to have shared great times and laughter with you all during your "Coudersport" days. We'll always remember Jeff fondly...his love of life was contagious. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen, Shawn, Kevin and Aaron Wolfinger

Eileen,

To you, and to Kerry and Kelly, our deepest condolences. We always will remember Jeff fondly, with a smile on his face and a song in his heart. Your family is one of the reasons that we enjoyed our time in Coudersport, and we thank you and Jeff for helping to give us many happy memories of those years. We hope that we helped to give you at least some of the same.

May we also say, Eileen, that you and Jeff always seemed such a strong and complementary match; from where we stood, your mutual love and respect for each other always was abundantly evident. We know that you know how lucky you were, how lucky you are, to have made your lives and your family together. 

We hope that you, the girls, and all of your family are able not only to mourn Jeff's passing but to celebrate his life. He was a vibrant, joyful man, a big presence in every positive sense of those words. We are glad to have known him.

Be well,

John and Nancy Glicksman

Eileen,  So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  I will always remember Jeff's wit and humor!  A real treasure!!

Eileen, Kerry and Kelly - So sorry to hear about Jeff. He was an amazing husband, father and friend. Such wonderful memories of he and you all from your time in Coudersport. Keeping you each in our thoughts and prayers.

Eileen and family,  I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff will be part of so many wonderful memories for all those that loved him or shared at all in his life. Stay strong and celebrate the life he lived and how much he gave of himself to others.

Dear Eileen, sending love and prayers to you and your daughters and the Donahue family, at this very sad time...Jeffrey was so brave and so special...a delightful person, who loved life and always wore a big smile...It was an honor to know him , he will be sorely missed..may God bless you all.

Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Eileen, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Jeff was a wonderful boss and friend. We have such wonderful memories of the times we shared, I can still hear him singing in the office...what an amazing man, he touched so many lives!
Heartfelt condolences to the family,
Barb and Dennis Dundon(Skaneateles NY)

Eileen, Kerry and Kelly - we just heard of Jeff's passing and didn't know he was wrestling with illness.   Jeff was amazing and will be missed.  We're all sending our prayers in your direction.

Eileen, my heart goes out to you and your family.  Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

So sorry to hear the passing of Jeffrey,he was always very personable!! My sincerest condolences to the whole family.

Eileen, my sincere and heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you and the family at this time.....he was the best boss, smartest man, and friend I have ever known.....I am so sorry and my sincere wishes and blessings to you and and the family......

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Donahue family.

Eileen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.  Blessings to you and yours.

OBITUARY

Jeffrey William Donahue

July 28, 1950 – September 21, 2013

Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home

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