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Heather L. Donovan, 60

Heather L. Donovan, 60, passed away surrounded by her loving family at her Lancaster home on Thursday, January 26, 2012. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Carey Keiser She was the wife of Robert J. Donovan for 27 years.

Heather graduated from Neshaminy High School in Bucks County and worked in the advertising business for many years both in Philadelphia and Lancaster. A gourmet cook with the true gift of hospitality, she enjoyed nothing more than preparing elaborate meals for her friends and family. She also enjoyed spending time down at the shore in Ocean City, NJ, a place full of special memories and happiness.

She was a loving wife and mother to Robert, her husband and their children Caitlin E. and Colin P. Donovan, brother and sister-in-law John and Carolyn Donovan and their children Kelley and Lindsay Donovan, all of Lancaster, and her cousins Gail Cassidy and Lois Banasiewicz of New Jersey, Julie Pokrandt of California and Jim Pokrandt of Colorado. Heather will also be missed by her two dogs, Sawyer and Trooper.

A Viewing will be held 9-11 AM, followed by a Christian Prayer Service at 11 AM, on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Interment will be private. Please omit flowers. Contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 202, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or to the Central PA Food Bank, Lancaster Council of Churches, 344 N. Marshall St., Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100

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How sad we are to lose Heather.The warmth of her spirit will endure forever in all who knew her. I will always remember her welcoming me openly into their circle of friends. The wonderful meals made with love and care that she sent after each of my children were born. Fun times with gourmet club and Halloween parties. The graciousness she always exuded. The number one cheerleader of her wonderful children ,whom she adored. I will remember the devotion of her husband Robert(Huck). How I will miss her raving about the shore and just sharing the warmth of her spirit. I know she will be waiting for us in heaven with a warm batch of monster cookies and an all encompassing,heartfelt hug…My thoughts and prayers are with her dear family.She loved you with her whole being and leaves you to remember her and share her love  as she so freely shared with you.

Sherri Fields Roda

Bob, Caitlin & Colin  ~   our deepest sympathy goes out to you,  Heather was a wonderful person, mother & wife. We are so sorry for your loss.  Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow,  May God lift your hearts in knowing that Heather is in his presence now.  We are truly sorry for your loss……..

with love and friendship,
Rick and Nadine Sharman

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  I really enjoyed Heather, as I used to baby sit Colin and Caitlin.  I loved chatting and spending time in the car to and from our houses.  She was such a caring, sweet woman.  Even as a teenager, I admired her parenting.  God bless you all at this difficult time. 
Love,
Emily (Fraunfelter) Vogt.

Dear Bob and family:
I’m so sorry to hear about Heather.  She was a wonderful cook and baked the best cookies. I remember when I sold her my dad’s beef she would have the "best" receipes and share them with me.   You and your family are in my prayers at a time like this with such a loss to your family.  May God be with you and your family and friends.
May God walk by you and your family’s side and be with each step of the way.
Thinking of you
Dottie Kehs Fick

Bob,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, Heather.  I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.   May your wonderful memories of your wife bring comfort to you and your family.  
God Bless you and children.
George Cherrie & Family

I met Heather in her beloved Ocean City the summer I graduated from high school.  For 5 years she became a very close friend that I spent almost every weekend with her.  We even shared an apartment for a year!  I wonder if she ever spoke of those times?
I have many fond,funny memories of our "adventures".
My condolences to her family.

Reeves Witte Honey
Haddon Heights,NJ

Dear Bob, Caitlin and Colin,

You are in my thoughts and prayers, I just found out today. Heather was a terrific gal and neighbor. She will be sorely missed by all.
God bless you!!!!!
Chris Kane

Bob,
It is with great sorrow that I learned of the death of your wife. No one knows better than I what you are thinking and feeling for I too had gone through the same bitter experience eight years ago. Time is a great healer and it will soften the pain and bring you peace of mind, just as it did for me. You and I have children and we can be very grateful for that. I have my memories of my beloved wife and they grow more precious to me with every passing day. You will have that too and no one can take away your beautiful memories, ever.
So try and be brave these first difficult weeks. My deepest sympathy and warmest personal regards,

Bob Mazur
Encompass Insurance

Dear Bob and family –
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.  We will keep your family in our prayers. 
Tom and Dawn Barzd and family

Caitlin & family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I understand how diffcult this time is for everyone. Please know that I am here for you if you ever need to talk. Remembering the happiness will help you deal with the pain. Your mother knows how deep your feelings are for her.

Deb Ward

Bob, Caitlin and Colin,

I just found out about Heather. She was a truly a kind-hearted person.
Her smile was contagious. She always made you feel like you were part of her family. She was a devoted mother and wife. One day your tears will turn to smiles as you recall all your memories. Please call if you need anything!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Gorhams

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..

Sharrod Parker sr. and Family

Caitlin,
 Know that her love will follow you throughout your life. As each day unfolds, we do our best to honor and share that love.
Peace and grace,
Cindy Becker

Huck, Caitlin, and Colin

So sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and your childrens mother. Kath told me she knew Heather from Weight Watchers. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family.

Take care
Jim and Kathy (Wittensoldner) Wiley

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.  Please know we are here if you need anything.  We all loved Heater.

Love,
Dana, Bob, Matthew and Rachel

Bob, Caitlin.Colin,

So sorry to hear about Heather.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom and Maureen Donovan

My thoughts and prayers go out to Bob, Colin, and Caitlyn.  They adored Heather,  I know I will treasure the recipes I received from Heather.  She loved to send in treats to us at work.  She will truly be missed.

Kim Leffler

Dear Caitlin,Colin,and Robert,

May you feel the touch of God’s Love today and forever as you walk this part of your life’s journey!  Know that we are here to support each of you every step of the way.

God Bless!
Carol and Joseph Nichols

To Bob and family,

My sincerest sympathy to you all.
May each day find you stronger as the days proceed. ‘I hope the love of family and friends surround you and help you heal.

Fondly,
Holly Springer

So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Connie Hershey

So sorry to hear that your wife of 27 years has gone on to be with the Lord. I can not imagine just how hard it is for you Huck and your kids. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I will not be able to attend the services due to a new business that I started and can not leave since I am the only employee. I know that you will have many people comming to your side to help you through this tough time. May God give you the strength and courage to deal with the loss of your wife. Sounds like she was a great woman and will be greatly missed!!
Steve Kolb

To Bob, Caitlin & Colin:

Our prayers and deepest sympathies are with all of you during this time. May the love and support of friends and all those good memories help to heal each of you as you transition your lives.

Nancy Heffner & Kelly

Our prayers and good thoughts, to you and your extended family, during this difficult time.

Debbie & Mark Sanders

Your family became ours in the stories told by your very loving husband.

The love in your family is and always will be a true inspiration. That same love will undoubtedly be a source of strength for you in this difficult time. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you, Bob, Caitlin & Colin.

Sincerely,

The Ream Family

Dear Bob,Caitlin and Colin,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife and mother.I just found out today.Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.May all the wonderful memories you hold in your heart help to sustain you at this difficult time                                                               
Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
Harold and Joanne Brennan 

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