Ernest A. “Babe” Donnelly

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Ernest A. “Babe” Donnelly went to his eternal rest Tuesday, February 17, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Warwick, RI.

He was the son of the late Frank J. and Margaret (Johnson) Donnelly. He is a Navy Veteran of World War II serving in Pacific Theater. He was employed by General Electric Co. for 42 years in Cranston, RI and Nogales Mexico. He is a Navy Veteran of World War II serving in Pacific Theater. He was employed by General Electric Co. for 42 years in Cranston, RI and Nogales Mexico.

He is survived by his wife Virginia (Dunn) Donnelly; sons Ernest (Sue) and Robert Donnelly of Florida and daughters Nancy (Joe) Gauvin of Mapleville, RI and Patricia (James) DeCiantis of Phoenix, AZ and the late Kathleen Tourgee, 4 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and his many pets. He was predeceased by his daughter, Kathleen Tourgee; and his brother, Frank J. Donnelly

The family requests contributions to the Arizona Humane Society: 1521 W. Dobbins Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85066 or a favorite charity. Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Maryvale Chapel Phoenix, AZ.