JoAnne Donelan of Hampton Bays died on August 27, 2017, in Westhampton after 17 years with Alzheimer’s disease, surrounded by her children, Jana, Michael, Michele and Melissa. She was 68.
A self-proclaimed military brat, Ms. Donelan was a proud military buff and supporter. She enjoyed reading, history, travel and shopping for antiques. She was also a longtime parishioner at the Church of St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays.
In addition to her children, Ms. Donelan is survived by her four grandchildren, Ryan, Aidan, Sophia and Cristian; her mother, Josephine Shehan of Kansas; four sisters; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph A. Shehan SGM US Army; a brother; and her companion, Thomas Warner of Hampton Bays.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the R. J. O’Shea Funeral Home in Hampton Bays. Burial was at Good Ground Cemetery in Hampton Bays.
Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association PO Box 96011 Washington, D.C 20090-6011.