Michael C. O’Donnell 01/31/2025

Michael C. O’Donnell Sr.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael C. O’Donnell, Sr. a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and sibling. Michael passed away on Friday, January 31 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, nature, and adventure. He was 73 years old.   Michael’s life was deeply rooted in his love for his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Michele L. O’Donnell (Faulk) and his six children: Gary Bartlett of Paw Paw, Michigan, Michael C. O’Donnell Jr. of DeKalb Junction, Matthew O’Donnell of DeKalb Junction, Erika and her husband Dave Snyder of Red Lion, PA, Patricia and he husband Jeremie Taylor of Gouverneur, Nathalie O’Donnell of DeKalb Junction, his siblings Richard and his wife Katrina O’Donnell of Ogdensburg, Martin O’Donnell of Gouverneur, Jackie Hays of Gouverneur, Joanne Finton of Gouverneur, Jody and her husband Dave Streeter of Gouverneur, grandchildren, Kendra Bice, Kaydence Taylor, Kaelynn Bice, Aubree Taylor, Keith Bice, Jeremie Taylor II, Konrad Bice, Clair Bartlett, Emment Bartlett, Tasia Lander, Charlie Snyder, great grandchild, Asher Lander, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Llewllyn and Nathalie Nightengale O’Donnell, siblings, Mark O’Donnell, Llewllyn O’Donnell Jr, Jerry Robinson, Judy Hays, Joyce O’Donnell, and Jennifer O’Donnell.  Micheal served his country in the Army from 1970-1972 in Vietnam. Calling hours will be Sunday, February 9, 2025, 1-4 PM at the Allen-Denesha funeral home.  Burial will be private.  Donations in his memory can be made to the charity of one’s choice.   Michael had a lifelong passion for the outdoors.  Whether he was hunting, trapping, camping, or taking long walks outdoors, nature was always his sanctuary.  His love for the natural world and the peace it brought him will be remembered by all who knew him.  A man of quiet strength, Michael found joy in life’s simplest moments.  He was a strong presence in his family’s life and will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know him.          

   

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  1. May you rest in peace, Mike. Your family here will miss you terribly, but will find strength in one another and find tenderness in their memories of you.

    – Steve and Renée Cole and Family

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