Sean M. McDonough, 48, of Depauville, NY, died suddenly on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Sean was born in Ithaca, NY, on October 5, 1977, the son of Ronald and Janet (Plonus) McDonough of Bainbridge, NY. He graduated from Bainbridge-Guilford High School in 1996. After completing his military service, Sean attended SUNY Cortland.

In March 1996, Sean joined the National Guard and served until March 2004. He entered active duty with the U.S. Army in September 2002, serving in the Military Police until September 2003. In March 2007, Sean began his career with the U.S. Customs & Border Protection, working in Arizona, Maine, and finally on Wellesley Island. During his military service, he received several honors, including the Army Commendation Medal and Overseas Service Ribbon.

Sean married Samantha D. Stevens on September 2, 2011, at St. Mary's Church in Houlton, ME. They had two daughters, Rory D. and Nora L., all three were the loves of his life.