Mary Jeanne Donovan Obituary
The passing of Mary Jeanne Donovan (Collierville, Tennessee) occurred on September 28, 2026. Mary Jeanne, born on July 19, 1936 in Cincinnati, Ohio, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Jeanne Donovan to show support.
Mary Jeanne touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Mary Jeanne’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, J. Edward Fixari and Elizabeth Fixari; her husband Thomas G. Donovan; her siblings, Bettie Jung and Edward Fixari; and her daughter-in-law Mary Donovan.
She is survived by: her children, Kevin P. Donovan (Rose) of Magnolia, Texas, Mary Beth Bedford (David) of Springfield, Illinois and David E. Donovan (Darlene) of Olive Branch, Mississippi.; and her granddaughters, Jennifer Dumovich, Melissa Montgomery and Stephanie Thomson. She is also survived by six great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Collierville Funeral Home (3863 Bailey Station Rd, Collierville, TN 38017).
