Ivan B Donovan Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ivan B Donovan of Englewood, New Jersey, who passed away on March 18, 2022 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ivan Agosto and Willa Harris-Donovan; and his brothers, LaVaughn, Vairon, Sherwynn and Daryl Donovan.

He is survived by: his wife Bernadette Morgan Nicholas; his aunts, Elizabeth Franklin and Shirley Brown; his uncle Charles Brown; his nieces and nephews, Adina Johnson, MarVaughn McCray, Tiffany Schofield, Trevonne Donovan, Mondo Donovan, Marlone Donovan and Ronnie Johnson; his sister-in-law Donna Donovan; and his cousin Teresa Encarnacion.

Cuba was next on his agenda but unfortunately due to Covid and politics, the trip was cancelled.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nesbitt Funeral Home

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March 26, 2022

Norman Ellsworth Joyner wrote a sympathy message

“I am sadden by the passing of my life long friend, Shaw University Schoolmate and Basketball Team Mate (1965-67) Ivan. There are so many memories that we have shared over 57 years. Giving thanks to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for Ivan's warm and caring friendship that has blessed our lives. FOREVER my friend!........My thoughts and prayers goes out to Bernie and family, and God's Mercy and Grace be with you this day and the days, weeks and months ahead! Love you all. Norman Joyner”

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