Donald R. Bertolini, Ph.D. of Newtown died peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Chandler Hall on Sunday, August 21, 2016. He was 66.

Born in Manhattan, he was the son of the late Mario and Rose Conti Bertolini. Donald was the lifelong friend and beloved husband of 42 years to Maria Fazio Bertolini.

Dr. Bertolini was a proud and dedicated alumnus of Ithaca College class of 1971. His quest for knowledge motivated him to complete a master’s degree at C.W. Post College of Long Island University and a doctorate in Biology at Wesleyan University.

After completing his post-doctorate fellowship, Donald began working at Otsuka Pharmaceuticals as a research scientist. He went on to build his career with major companies such as Smithkline Beecham, Bayer, and ultimately retiring as an executive director from Bristol-Myers Squibb in 2010. His work often took him to cities all over the world which he thoroughly enjoyed.

His dedication to his work was second only to his love and commitment to his family. Donald enjoyed being a dad through his involvement in his son’s sports whether as spectator or as a coach. His love and devotion as a spouse was unselfish and unconditional. Donald will be greatly missed by everyone who has had the pleasure to know and love him.

In addition to his wife Maria, Donald is survived by his loving sons: Andrew and his wife Lauren of Pottstown, PA and Matthew of Secaucus, NJ.

Donald’s family will receive friends on, Saturday, August 27, 2016 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Chandler Hall Hospice, 99 Barclay St. Newtown, PA 18940.