The death of Willis Frederick Donovan, spouse of Laura (Pitre) Donovan of Renous, NB, occurred on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at his late residence at the age of 86. Born in Newcastle, NB, he was the son of the late Frederick and Viola (Gillespie) Donovan. Willis worked as a Labourer at Repap paper mill for 33 years before retirement. He enjoyed carpentry, woodworking, gardening, dancing, and listening to the Mainland Kitchen Party.

Besides his spouse, Willis is survived by his children: Colleen Donovan (Chris Hallihan) of Renous, NB; Vicky Arseneault (Mike) of Renous, NB; Craig Donovan (Vicki) of White Rapids, NB; Robert Donovan (Shauna) of Ear Falls, ON; Gail Donovan (Mark McEvoy) of Renous, NB; Cindy Hallihan (Nathan) of Lockstead, NB; siblings: Janet Carroll (Richard) of Gander, NF; Judy Bell (Cecil) of Renous, NB; sister-in-law: Peggy Donovan of Renous, NB; grandchildren: Shane, Samantha, Kaelyn, Cassidy, Dakota, David, Carter, Kale, Kendra, Kiara, Avery, Cassidy, Caden, Riley, and Nick; great grandchildren: Brielle, Delilah, Levi, Jake, Elena, and Mia as well as several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, Willis is predeceased by ...

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