Shane Donovan
September 28, 1966 ~ May 29, 2022
Shane Donovan, 55, of North Platte, NE and formerly of Gettysburg, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022 at his twin brother’s home in Gettysburg, surrounded by his family.
A graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Calvary Cemetery, Pierre. A celebration of life with family and friends will be held at Farm Island following the committal service.
Shane Daniel Donovan was born on September 28, 1966, in Pierre, SD, to William "Dude" and Alice Donovan. He graduated from Midland High School.
Shane spent his life’s work doing what he loved most - ranching and working with horses. He worked for numerous operations in South Dakota and Nebraska. Shane loved breaking and training horses and moving cattle across the prairie. In his quiet way, Shane imparted valuable cowboy lessons.
Shane is survived by his daughter, Bailey Donovan; grandson, Brantley; siblings: Pat (Yvonne) Donovan, Tom (Patty) Donovan, Jim (Peg) Donovan, Kathy (Dave) Jorgensen, Ken (Jolene) Donovan, Mary (Randy) Tridle, Micaela (Dick) Wuehler, Shawn (Dennise) Donovan, Becky (Steve) Wahl, and Kara (Matt) Ahles.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William "Dude" and Alice; brother, Dennis Donovan; and nieces, Kayla Jorgensen and Kristy Eulberg.
Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg has been entrusted with Shane’s arrangements.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Dear Donovan families,
Morris and I want to express our sincere sympathy to all of you on the death of your brother Shane.
I was there when Shane became a child of God in Baptism. My dad, Clarence Petoske and I were his God Parents.
This gift from the Holy Spirit remained with Shane all of his life. Through hard times and good times God never leaves his children. May he rest in peace now and may perpetual light shine on him forever. Prayers for Shane and all of you as you grieve your loss. Barbara Jones
It was hard to hear the loss of Shane. He was a good friend in High School. He was always a fun person to be around and would go out of his way to help his friends in need. I want to send my prayers to the family and friends.