OBITUARY
Donald A. Hathaway
June 30, 1948 – February 20, 2021
Donald A. Hathaway, age72 of Acushnet, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 in his residence with his loving family at his bedside. He was the husband of Cheryl (Castonguay) Hathaway for 49 years of marriage.
Born in a Acushnet, a son of the late Wendell and Genevieve (Galuska) Hathaway, Donald was lifelong resident of Acushnet. He was a graduate of New Bedford High School, class of 1968. Donald later proudly served his country serving in the United States Navy. He was employed over the last 50 years as a painter in the auto collision industry.
Donald loved his family dearly especially his granddaughter Alexis, who was the love of his life. He was well liked by all who met him; he had a heart of gold. He enjoyed tending to his garden and working on his 1955 Chevy, which was passion.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children, Christopher Hathaway and his fiancé, Tammy Bettencourt and Andrea Souza and her husband James all of Acushnet; his granddaughter, Alexis Moreira and her companion Adam Thomas of Mashpee; two brothers, Robert Hathaway of NY and Richard Hathaway of MI; a sister, Lois McCarthy of MA and his father in-law, Roland Castonguay of Acushnet; and several brother and sister in-laws and nieces and nephews.
His visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Relatives and friends are invited. Due to the restrictions of COVID-19, the burial will be private. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
Services
PREVIOUS SERVICES:
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Visitation
Thursday, February 25, 2021
OTHER SERVICES:
Burial Private
Memories
Donald A. Hathaway
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ADD A MEMORYMICHELLE Guillette
February 27, 2021
Donald u were 1 of the kindest and sweetest man me and Mike have ever met we had great talks and many laughs hanging around your shed u will b missed greatly. But your memory will always b with us go with god
Diane Barlow
February 26, 2021
Dear Cheryl, Chris and Andrea, Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ray and Diane Barlow and family
George Mello
February 25, 2021
Dear Cheryl, Chris, Andrea, and family,
May it help somehow to know that warm thoughts are with you, and may each new tomorrow lessen the burden of your grief.
Sincerely,
George
Dan Keighley
February 25, 2021
I’ve known Donald for many years since I worked for his Father in the 1960’s. Due to my health issues (and COVID) I am expressing my condolences to Cheryl, Donald’s brothers and the entire family via text message. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dan Keighley.
Fred Nunes
February 24, 2021
Donald, you were beyond a neighbor. You were a father image to me. With your kindness, you made it possible for us to hang in there with home ownership. You truly will be missed. It was an honor to have known you.
Fred Nunes
Lloyd Geggatt
February 23, 2021
Donald was part of my life from the very beginning. Born two months apart, we lived across the street from each other for about the first 20 years. He was more a brother than a neighbor. Donald was independent, with a set of principles that he adhered to regardless the cost. He was comfortable in his own skin; knowing who he was and what he wasn’t and never trying to be the other. He wasn’t a follower and was thus a leader, though he was also content to simply be on his own. He was a loyal friend who stuck by you no matter what. He was warm, thoughtful and caring and could be funny when he wanted. He was lucky, winning the lottery twice – once when he won the MA Lottery and again when he met and married Cheryl. His passing leaves a hole in the life of each of us who were fortunate enough to have known him.
Here’s a photo of me, Richie Gwozdz, and Donald from a few years back.
Laurie Rancourt Henner
February 22, 2021
My deepest sympathy is with you all
Donald was such a great guy.He is in our thoughts and hearts
Sue Copeland
February 22, 2021
When I was young my brothers were friends with Donald since we lived across the street from them in a trailer on Main Street. I used to go over to talk to Wendell and Jenny, they were so nice and friendly. The last few times I've visited Acushnet my brother Mike took me over to see Donald and he was so sweet and kind. He would give us tomatoes from his plants and they were so delicious. At one time Donald and Cheryl moved to Maine with my brother Dave and his family. Donald will surely be missed. My heart goes out to Cheryl, praying for your healing. God Bless You!
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Biography
Donald A. Hathaway, age72 of Acushnet, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 in his residence with his loving family at his bedside. He was the husband of Cheryl (Castonguay) Hathaway for 49 years of marriage.
Born in a Acushnet, a son of the late Wendell and Genevieve (Galuska) Hathaway, Donald was lifelong resident of Acushnet. He was a graduate of New Bedford High School, class of 1968. Donald later proudly served his country serving in the United States Navy. He was employed over the last 50 years as a painter in the auto collision industry.
Donald loved his family dearly especially his granddaughter Alexis, who was the love of his life. He was well liked by all who met him; he had a heart of gold. He enjoyed tending to his garden and working on his 1955 Chevy, which was passion.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children, Christopher Hathaway and his fiancé, Tammy Bettencourt and Andrea Souza and her husband James all of Acushnet; his granddaughter, Alexis Moreira and her companion Adam Thomas of Mashpee; two brothers, Robert Hathaway of NY and Richard Hathaway of MI; a sister, Lois McCarthy of MA and his father in-law, Roland Castonguay of Acushnet; and several brother and sister in-laws and nieces and nephews.
His visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Relatives and friends are invited. Due to the restrictions of COVID-19, the burial will be private. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com