David A. Donahue, age 62, born May 01, 1960, formerly of Brockton, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 05, 2022, at his home in Nashua, NH.
David was predeceased by his father Daniel F. Donahue (1969) his mother Elizabeth M. Donahue (2013) and his sisters Diane H. Donahue (2018) and Laureen T. (Donahue) Schultz (2017).
David is survived by his brother Daniel and wife Maryanne; his former spouse Debra A. Donahue and sons Scott A. Mattson and fiancé Lindsey Rideout, Charles E. Mattson and significant other Erin Garcia; his nieces Alicia and husband Jason Mattson, Colleen and husband Andrew Kopczynskie, Natasha Jones and fiancé Adam LaFleur; his nephews David Jones, Daniel and wife Christina Donahue.
David will be remembered by his beloved grandchildren Evan and Madison LaFleur, Nathan and Sean Mattson, Brian Mattson, Kody Mattson, as well as his great nephew Daniel P. and great niece Jolianne Donahue.
Along with being an avid New England sports fan, “The G.O.A.T” (affectionately referred to by his grandchildren) also considered himself a true patriot who was proud of his heritage flying the American and Irish flags proudly for all to see. Blessed with a heart of gold and always willing to help, David will be missed immensely by all who knew him. Some of his favorite pastimes include spending time with his canine companion Bruno, hosting BBQ’s and pool parties with family at his home during the summer months, and sharing stories of his “Mad Dog Dave” years by the campfire with a Marlboro in one hand and a Bud Light in the other. Additionally, he loved the game of golf and enjoyed spending time at the 19th hole with his dear friend of 56 years, Rory LaBate.
May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the sun shine upon your face
May the rain fall soft upon your fields
And until we meet again
May god hold you in the palm of his hand
Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street (Rte. 123) Brockton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at 10:30 am, in Christ the King Church, 54 Lyman Street, Brockton. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, N. Cary Street, Brockton.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in David’s memory to The Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 269 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA 02339 or to the ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090.