Joseph Eugene Donovan, age 35, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013 at his home in Gagetown. Joe was born Feb. 18, 1978 in Saginaw, the son of Eugene and Antonina (Gajor) Donovan. He worked as a chef, doing both catering and working in restaurants and as an elevator mechanic, Joe also enjoyed hiking, camping, animals, basically anything to do with nature. He is survived by his partner in life, his fiancé, Sara Kady, his mother, Antonina Donovan of Gagetown, siblings, Sue Donovan of Utica, Nancy (Bill) Donovan-Barbour of Sterling Heights, Charles (Sandy) Donovan of Illinois, Jeanne (Joe) Donovan-Adams of Coleman, Ward (Debbie) Donovan of Caro, Jim (JoLynne) Stewart of Wisconsin, and Sheila (Randy) Czapla of Deford, along with many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins. Joe was predeceased byhis father, two uncles and four aunts. Honoring Joe’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be Sat., July 13, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Thabet Funeral Home, Cass City. Burial will be in Ellington Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Please share condolences at www.thabetfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Thabet Funeral Home, Cass City.