The funeral for Shawn S. Donato, 36, of Watertown, will be 11 am Friday, April 14th at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Kimball officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, April 13th from 4 pm – 7 pm.
Mr. Donato passed away April 7th in Glens Falls, NY.
He is survived by his parents, Lisa Donato-Oates, Watertown and Larry Plummer, Florida; five children Shawn MS Donato, Watertown; Madisyn Elliott, Phelps; Olivia Zimmerman-Donato, Spencerport; Giovanni Donato, Watertown; Liam Martin-Donato, Fort Edwards; his half-sister Terrah Plummer Frederick, Colorado; half -brother Garrett Plummer, Florida; his grandmother Velma Roselli, Watertown; Step-daughter Shantee Elliott, FL; wife Tracy Donato, Watertown; several aunts and uncles Richard Donato, Ann Donato, Francis (Nancy) Plummer, Steven Plummer, Bernard (Sandy) Plummer, Jimmy (Linda) Plummer and Brenda (Joe) Pacella and many close friends and dear cousins. He was predeceased by grandparents Paul Donato, step-father Francesco Roselli, Francis and Loretta Plummer and his half-brother Larry “Otti” Plummer, Jr..
Shawn was born in Watertown and attended Watertown High School, later obtaining his GED.
He worked as a cook in different restaurants and bakeries.
Shawn loved many outdoor sports, fishing, camping and many more. He was a loving and caring son, grandson, brother, cousin and a friend anyone could ask for. He had an enormous heart, easy going spirit and loved helping others. He will be truly and sadly missed by many.
Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com