Joy E Donahue Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Joy E Donahue of River Forest, Illinois is shared. Joy, born on September 4, 1943, passed away on August 1, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Donald F. Donahue, Jr.; her daughter Jennifer Mary Donahue; her brother Bill Birmingham (late Sally); and her brothers-in-law, Dan (Judy) and Bob Donahue (Brenda).

She is survived by: her children, Donald Donahue, III (Dana), Margaret Donahue and Emily Tazic (Steve); her grandchildren, Ben, Lauren, Matthew Donahue, Jane, Teddy and Violet Tazic; and her siblings, Jim Birmingham (Connie) and Connie Galles (Jim). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, caring cousin and loyal friend.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joy's memory to the Misericordia Heart of Mercy Home (http://www.misericordia.com).