• William McDonough, age 69 of Newtown died unexpectedly April 18th at his home. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on September 29, 1943 a son of the late Thomas and Mary (Devins) McDonough. Bill was the Business Manager for Local # 1 of the Theatrical Stage Handlers Union in New York City. He was a longtime resident of Sandy Hook before moving Brownsville, Vermont. He returned to Newtown a few years ago. Mr. McDonough is survived by a brother, John D. McDonough of Ewing, NJ; 2 Step-daughters, Phyllis and Cara Blake of Vermont and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Rose of Lima Church, Newtown Wednesday April 24th at 10:00am. Interment will follow in St. Rose Cemetery. Friends may call at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main St., Newtown Tuesday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. To leave online condolences visit www.honanfh.com

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