Mark W. Donovan Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mark W. Donovan of Rensselaer, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 9, 2025 at the age of 70. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Mark has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John "Jack" Donovan and Joan Donovan (Wiseman); and his fiancée Julie Ann Osburn. He is survived by: his siblings, Maureen Healey (Ken) of Rensselaer, Anne Koopman (Mark) of New Haven, IN, John "Jack" Donovan (Sherri) of Rensselaer, Mary Burke (Rick) of Florence, KY and Jane Yeoman (Daryl) of Logansport, IN. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Rensselaer Central High School Class of 1973, c/o Frieda Bretzinger, 520 W. Grace St., Rensselaer, IN 47978; to the VFW Auxiliary Post #1279; or to the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #2272.