Kern County Obituaries

Thomas G. Donovan

Submitted by Don Stowell; 13 Feb 2008

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Thomas G. Donovan of California City, CA passed away on March 14, 2000 at AV 
Hospital in Lancaster, CA at the age of 78.
Mr. Donovan was born on March 25, 1921 in Chicago, IL. He served in the Marine Corps 
during World War II in the Pacific, doing ten major Corps landings. Decorations include the 
Legion of Merit and three Purple Hearts. After the war, he spent six years as a police officer 
in Chicago while working his way through college. He obtained his Masters Degree in 
Business Administration and Accounting. He worked for the IRS for 12 years, retiring in 
1987.
Mr. Donovan was a member of the VFW serving as Post 9375 Quartermaster and 
Commander and 10th District Commander. He was the founder and first Commander of 
the Marine Corps League, Carol Sharp Detachment. He was also a member of the 
American Legion, Marine Corps League and a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus and 
attended religious services at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
Mr. Donovan is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Joan B. Donovan of California 
City.
Memorial service was held on March 17, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church by 
Father John Gracey in California City. Internment will take place at St. Mary's Catholic 
Church and Cemetery on March 25, in Roseville, IA. Arrangements by Stickel Mortuary.