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James Donnelly
June 30, 1951 — December 18, 2025
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Donnelly, James
Of Jackson, Michigan passed away on December 18, 2025 at the age of 74 years.
James is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nancy; children, Sara (Dave) Harvey, Arthur, Kathleen (Jason) Learman and Thomas (Kim); grandchildren, Annie and Paige Learman; brothers and sisters, Mary Ann, Robert (Karen), Lynn (Robert) Austin and Jack (Rita); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Barbara Donnelly and infant son, Daniel.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM with Fr. Chas Canoy officiating. Cremation will follow the Funeral Mass.
The family will receive friends at the Church on Tuesday, December 30 from 10:30 AM to 11:10 AM with a Rosary Service at 11:10 AM.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations to St. John the Evangelist Parish.
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