Category Archives: Life

The Life and Death of Senator James Donovan

Senator James Donovan, remembered as a “man of the people,” made many lasting contributions to the state of New York. He grew up on a farm in Marcy, NY, and grew up to serve two tours of duty in World … Continue reading

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Remembering Senator James H. Donovan

Senator James Donovan served the state of New York for twenty five years, and is most known for his fourteen-year role as chairman of the Senate Education Committee. Senator Donovan was only sixty-six when he died, but his impressive accomplishments … Continue reading

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Senator James Donovan

Senator James Donovan is remembered for his many contributions to New York and its education. He served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee for fourteen years, as well as chairman of the Committee on Roads and Public Works, and … Continue reading

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Senator James Donovan’s Most Lasting Contribution

Senator James Donovan is famous for many roles. He spent 14 years as chairman of the US Senate Education Committee, during which he contributed greatly to New York’s education, and especially to the prevention of teenage pregnancy and illiteracy. He … Continue reading

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The Many Roles of Senator James Donovan

James H. Donovan is well known for his role as New York State Senator, but he served in many other ways as well. Aside from being committed to the improvement of education, he served two tours of duty as a … Continue reading

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Remembering James Donovan

Senator James Donovan is remembered for many things, primarily his 25-year service as New York State Senator. He was described as a “man of principle and courage” by majority leader Ralph J. Marino. Senator Donovan is also remembered as a … Continue reading

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Upstate New York Honors the Memory of Senator James Donovan

James H. Donovan served as a Senator for the Oneida county of a New York State for 24 years.  Since his death in 1990, a range of facilities in upstate New York have been named to honor the statesman who … Continue reading

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James H Donovan’s Awards

Discussion on an award the late Senator James H Donovan received. Continue reading

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Remembering James H. Donovan

Sixty six year-old James H. Donovan died two decades ago from colon cancer. Continue reading

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