Sharon Ann Donovan

Sharon Ann Donovan of Holmdel, New Jersey, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 69. Born in Red Bank, NJ, she grew up in Middletown and was a proud alumna of Mater Dei High School, Class of 1974. She enjoyed her career as a tax assessor's assistant in Middletown until her retirement.

Sharon was an exceptional cook and was best known by many for her delicious Irish soda bread. She was a talented crafter, enjoyed gardening—especially hydrangeas and peonies—watched English mysteries, and was often found reading mystery novels in her lounge chair, sun visor on, drinking iced tea with lemon. She cherished trips to Cape May and Disney with her daughter, as well as meeting up with friends and family at local restaurants.

Sharon was known for her kindness, generosity, and sense of humor. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Sharon was the daughter of the late Ann and Michael Lovett of Middletown, New Jersey, and was predeceased by her brother, Michael Lovett.

Sharon is survived by her devoted daughter, Kristina Donovan; her sister, Noreen Naccari, and her husband, Michael; her brother, Gregory Lovett, and his wife, Lynn; and her beloved nieces, Hannah Naccari, Jennifer Lovett, and Jacqueline Greenberg, her husband Evan, and their newborn son, Hy‑Shawn.

A celebration of life will take place at the Elks Lodge on West Front Street in Red Bank, New Jersey, on March 19, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Mother, I know where you are, and it's exquisite. Thank you for everything. 

Love you, Krissy.

Services are entrusted to Jersey Shore Cremation Service, 43 Taylor Avenue, Manasquan, NJ - JerseyShoreCremation.com