Damien Donovan, a resident of Beacon Hill and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in his home, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 51 years of age.
Damien was born in Austin, Texas on October 2, 1973, a son of Michael Donovan and Lupita (Gutierrez) Donovan. He grew up in Charlestown and attended The Advent School in Beacon Hill and graduated from the Belmont Hill School in 1992, where he excelled in Football, Hockey, and track. He continued his athletic career at Occidental College, where he was a member of the Football and Track teams, and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in 1996. Damien started his career in restaurant management with the Lyons Group and later became a partner of Waverly Kitchen and Bar and Monument Restaurant and Tavern in Charlestown. He was also a partner of the Paolos Trattoria in Charlestown. He was very active in the Charlestown Community, where he was a member of the Bunker Hill Associates and the 520 Club. He was always willing to volunteer and lend a helping hand with a cheerful disposition. He enjoyed frequently traveling to Ireland with his wife, Ellen, and was an avid Boston sports fan.
Damien is the beloved husband of 15 years to Ellen (Murphy) Donovan. He is the loving son of Michael Donovan and Lupita (Guttierez) Donovan. He is the brother of the late Christian Donovan. He is the dear son-in-law of Susan Murphy, and brother-in-law of Patrick and Meaghan Murphy. He is the loving uncle of Charley, James, and Brooks Murphy. He is also survived by his loving family members in Texas and many friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Damien's Funeral on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9 A.M. from the Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10 A.M. in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. His burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. His visiting hours will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Damien's name to:
Charlestown Boys and Girls Club
15 Green St.
Charlestown, MA 02129