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William "Bill" Donathan, Sr.

January 17, 1943 — February 10, 2025

Powhatan

William "Bill" Donathan, Sr., 82 of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away February 10, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Judy Marlene Donathan. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Donathan; children, Tina Wyatt (Sean), Billy Donathan (Lori) and Robert Donathan (Katie); grandchildren, Nicole, Michelle, William, Joshua, James, Chloe, Cassie, Carmen, Preston, Christian and Lillian; 2 step-children; 12 step-grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and 3 step-great grandchildren. Bill was an Army Veteran, he also served in the National Guard. He worked and retired from Phillip Morris. He was a man that never met a stranger.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home. Where a service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 am. Interment Powhatan Community cemetery. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com

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Visitation

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

4:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Bennett & Barden Funeral Home

3215 Anderson Hwy., Powhatan, VA 23139

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Funeral Service

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

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3215 Anderson Hwy., Powhatan, VA 23139

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