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Nancy C. Donovan of Murphysboro

Nancy C. Donovan, 76, of Murphysboro, passed away at 11:49 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 23, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Nancy was born on Dec. 28, 1940, in Murphysboro, to Britt W. Roberts and Mozell (Keykadoll) Roberts.

She had worked as an event planner. Mrs. Donovan was a member of the American Legion Post No. 127 Ladies Auxiliary in Murphysboro.

Nancy married John Donovan on Nov. 29, 1975, in Murphysboro, and he preceded her in death on Apr. 6, 2016.

She was preceded in death by three brothers Bill, Eddie, and Joe Roberts and her parents.

Her body will be cremated and as per her request there will be no services. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. For more information, please visit www.pettettfuneralhome.com.