Irene Eileen Donovan

Irene Eileen Donovan, of Bridgeview Hall, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the age of 87.

Born in Economy, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Marceline and Aurele Leger. She was a homemaker but also spent some time working as a secretary and a translator for Lockerbie's Insurance.

Mom loved the beach and spent 4 weeks each year in Cuba (two weeks each fall and two more each spring - about 20 trips in total) and enjoyed lobster whenever she could get them. Her grandchildren were special to her, and she spent many hours sitting or at the rink with them. She also enjoyed being with her friends at the curling rink and the golf course over the years.

She will be greatly missed by her sons Brian Donovan (Joan Drillen) and Peter Donovan (Tania Delano), both of Miramichi; her grandchildren, Koby Donovan and Callie Donovan; three brothers, Ronnie (Late Simonne), Leo (Louise), Romeo (Bev); one sister, Irma (Bob); and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband W.C. (Bill) Donovan (1995), her grandson, Kale Donovan, and her sister, Norma.

In keeping with her wishes, there will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held at a later date at St Bridget's Roman Catholic Cemetery in Renous, once again uniting with her husband Bill.

As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Funeral arrangements are in the care of Northumberland Funeral Home & Crematorium, 102 Pleasant St., telephone (506) 622-7741.

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