Richard "Skip" Donovan Obituary (1944 - 2025)

Richard “Skip” Donovan Jr. died on December 5, 2025 at the age of 81. Skip was born Jan. 13, 1944 in Omaha, Ne. to Dick and Merle Donovan. Skip was a dedicated husband to Sharon, his loving wife of 44 years until her passing in 2008. Skip was a devoted father to DeDe (Todd) and Richie (Denise). He was a proud grandfather to Dani, Nikki (Rick), Megan (Toby) and Dallas and a proud great grandfather to Cooper, Ricky, Axel and Donovan. Skip served his country for 9 years in the US Navy. He was a hard working man who built a career as a conductor for the UP Railroad, retiring after 30 years. Skip's kindness, generosity and unwavering love for his family will never be forgotten. At Skips request, there will be no funeral service. Share memories and photos of Skip at www.ghchapel.com These arrangements are entrusted to the Laughlin-Hoevet Funeral Home.