Paul C. Donahue

January 22, 1952 - June 29, 2020

Paul C. Donahue passed away in his home on June 29, 2020. Paul was born on January 22, 1952 to Paul Sr. and Rita Donahue (Murphy) in Newburgh, NY. He was the eldest of eight children in a proud Irish-Catholic family. He was a role model and caretaker of his younger siblings at their home in New Paltz, NY. He played football and served as Class President at New Paltz High. Paul was regarded as a leader among students and faculty before going off to attend Villanova University. Growing up, he was a voracious reader of politics, history, westerns, mystery, and baseball. He also coached his younger brothers in Little League. Paul graduated from Fordham University Law School and practiced law in Poughkeepsie, NY. In 1983, he joined his cousin and best friend Peter in California. He worked in title law throughout Alameda County and settled down to raise a family. Paul was devoted to being a hard worker and provider. He was a Vice President Underwriter of Title Insurance at First American Title Company, where he worked for 25 years. Though he was a quiet man, he was known to be kind, noble, and intelligent. He was always willing to “lend a mind” and offered great insight when he spoke. Paul will be remembered for his kind heart, love of family, willingness to help others, strong work ethic, and his astute mind that was always ready for storytelling and debate. He enjoyed bonding with his children over sports and sitting in the yard with his radio and a good book. Paul is survived by his mother, Rita Donahue, his wife, Mitzi, his children, Tony, Jenny, Mariana, Christopher, and his granddaughter, Isabella. He is also survived by his siblings, Marie Anderson, Joan (Ralph) Scandariato, Pat (Mike) DiMittia, Ann Donahue, Phil (Debra) Donahue, Lis (Steve) Rosner, and Tom (Megan) Donahue. Many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his father, Paul Donahue, a close cousin Peter Donahue, and a niece, Murphy Rosner. A memorial service will be held in Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward, CA on July 17, 2020 from 6-8pm. Arrangements for burial in Gardner, NY will be announced. To ensure the health and safety of our community, we are following all guidelines set by local, state and CDC officials. If you are planning on attending a service, please contact the funeral home in advance, so that we can plan accordingly.