Donald W. O'Connell

O’Connell- Donald W. O’Connell (49) passed away on May 24, 2011 at his home in Pawtucket, RI. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Donald L. Gushard of Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his mother Judith O’Connell of Albuquerque, NM, his grandmother Bernice Gushard, his father Mike O’Connell of Chepachet, RI, his sisters Rebbecca Meadows(Bill) and Deborah Marsh as well as an extended family in Rhode Island, New Mexico, Texas and Utah. Donald lived here in Albuquerque until 1987 then he moved to Rhode Island. He was a plumber by trade and never met a stranger. He had a gift of gab only rivaled by that of his grandfather who was his mentor and hero. He became a mentor himself, helping others to overcome addiction and homelessness. No services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers gifts can be made in his memory to MHA-Access-RI 286 East Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02860 or the American Diabetes Association. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories of Donald with the family at www.danielsfuneral.com. Donald’s care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Blvd., NE 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM (505) 884-1188