Thanks Des, for being a loving and loyal companion to Isabel and a valued part of our family for many years.

You were always willing to help any of us, especially with mechanical problems and lawn mowers that wouldn’t start. 
Your cheerful demeanour and ‘no nonsense’ approach reflected your true-blue Aussie nature.
Rest in peace, Des
Janet and Tony Forbes and family

- Janet Forbes

Thanks Des for being such a wonderful friend to Isabel and so readily embracing all her family.  We will miss your humour, pragmatism and many kindness.  Our sincere condolences to  Larissa, Shaun, Paul and all the Donovan family

Brenda and Phil Ladd, and Damian Scott.

- Brenda Scott-Ladd

Treasured companion of Isabel.

We fondly remember the many happy times Des, Isabel and our families shared together.

Our deepest sympathy to all the Donovan family.

- Peter and Sandra Scott

Des, a respected member of the Colac Collectable Car Club Inc. for many years. Condolences to Des's family from all members. 

- COLAC COLLECTABLE CAR CLUB INC

Marg and Doug Lucas wish to extend our thoughts to all of Des's family at this time . I have many memories of the miles travelled together both on our many fishing trips and with Des and Isabel on caravan trips. to many parts of the country.Des was my best mate and I will always treasure our times together

- Doug lucas

Thinking of your loved ones at this very sad time. Enjoy being with Isabel again. Happy memories of our bushwalking times away together.

Sandra and Hilary Gormley

- Sandra Gormley

Des was a great friend to Mum, and his friendly and caring nature was evident in the way that nothing was ever too much - he was always happy to help, share a laugh or give advice. He'd get a mime talking, and his warm nature endeared him to all those who met him.

  
Our deepest sympathies to his family, may he rest in peace.

- Steve and Nadine Prince

On behalf  of the Costello Families, our thoughts  are with all of Des's family at this sad time ,RIP Des.       Trish Higgins (Costello)

- Patricia Higgins

Death is not extinguishing the light but putting out the candle because the dawn has come. Love Cheryl.

- Cheryl Donovan

Des our friend reunited with your best friend Isabelle. Our thoughts are with you , family and Colac collectable Car Club mates at this sad time. Rest In Peace Des! 5 pm drinks at Murray's will never be the same old friend 

Chris and Julie Minster

- Julie and Chris Minster

My heartfelt condolences to Larissa, Paul and family on the passing of your Dad.

Des was a truly special person. He was a wonderful friend and neighbour to me.  He always had a smile on his face and the time for a chat.  He will be sadly missed.  Now reunited with Isabel.

My thoughts are with you all.  

 

- Sue McQualter

Des, a wonderful friend to my dad and our family. Both you and Isabel brought us all many great memories, from fishing, to camping (albeit next door to the cemetery in Port Fairy at the shed!), playing with the huge Lego tubs after dinner night with you both and of course the infamous Turkey, biting you when you were under the hood of our car!! You'll forever be remembered as "Des, the mechanic" but forever valued as "Des, Dad's mate". Flying high with Isabel, reunited…

- Kate