Remembering Beverly Jeanne Donahue

Beverly Jeanne Donahue, age 73, of Smyrna, GA, and formerly of Rock Hill, SC, passed away June 26, 2026.

Beverly was born to Julius Roncoroni and Reta Fontenella Roncoroni in Alexandria, LA, in 1953. Her father’s occupation in sales took them to many cities in the U.S, but her high school years were spent in Cheshire, Connecticut, where Beverly graduated from Cheshire High School. During high school, she met the love of her life, Dennis J. Donahue, and they married in 1973. Beverly and Dennis settled in Cheshire to start their family. In 1993, they moved to Rock Hill, SC, and in 2023, Beverly moved to Smyrna, GA.

Beverly was truly a gifted seamstress. She loved to sew and to help others find their passion in sewing. Her time spent working at multiple fabric stores brought her joy. She also loved to cook, sing her heart out to Billy Joel and Jimmy Buffett, and cheer on the Yankees. Beverly was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis J. Donahue, and sister, Patricia Roncoroni.

Beverly is survived by her children, Kristen Kennedy (Kevin) of Mableton, GA, and Michael Donahue (Pamela) of Rock Hill, SC; brother, Jim Roncoroni of Rock Hill, SC; and precious grandchildren, Milo, Stella, Liam, and Mia.

The family will hold private services.