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DUNSTABLE, MA -- Bernard "Bernie" A. DiNatale Jr. of Dunstable, MA died Tuesday, December 31, 2013, at the Spaulding Hospital in Cambridge, MA.
He was married to Carolyn DiNatale with whom he celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary on August 6, 2013.
Born in Fitchburg, MA, he was the son of Bernard and the late Cecelia DiNatale and the adopted son of Helen DiNatale. He graduated from Fitchburg High School, earned a BA in Education from Fitchburg State College and a Masters of Education from Boston University.
Bernie retired from the Chelmsford Public School System, as the Director of Educational Technology in 2001. Prior to being the Director, he taught Physics and Electronics at Chelmsford High School. After retiring, he became a consultant to school systems in Los Angeles, Hawaii and Dubai.
He was a communicant of Saint John the Evangelist Church in Chelmsford, MA.
Bernie enjoyed being at their lake house in Ashburnham but his greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his two grandchildren.
Besides his wife and parents, he is survived by a son, Brett, his wife Christy and their two children Dorian and Damien DiNatale of North Andover; a daughter, Brooke and her husband Kieran Cox of London, UK; a sister-in-law, Christine and her husband Terence Brady of Orange Park, FL; and his nieces Dawn, Robin and Ginger.
DINATALE -- Bernard A. DiNatale Jr. of Dunstable, MA, died December 31, 2013. Visiting hours Mon. 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, MA with a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church 115 Middlesex St., Chelmsford, MA. Burial in Central Cemetery, Dunstable, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Bernard DiNatale to Chelmsford High School Alumni Association General Scholarship Endowment Fund or Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME
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Memories and Condolences
for Bernard DiNatale
Dick Moser
December 28, 2022
Bernie was ALWAYS supportive of my work in the CPS. He was an outstanding educator. The Chelmsford Public Schools and I were very luck to have Bernie as a colleague. I miss him.
Charlie Tyros
January 6, 2014
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Special thanks to Mr. D. and his family for sharing him as he had a positive impact on our lives for over four decades. He proved to be a consummate Teacher, Tech. Coordinator, Customer, Consultant and the title we will miss the most Dear Friend.
God Bless!
The Tyros Brothers
January 6, 2014
Candy and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your husband and father…
Jeff & Pattie Mitchell
Jim & Nancy Pfersich
January 6, 2014
Candy So sorry to hear about "Butch" our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
January 5, 2014
Dear Candy, Brooke, Brett, spouses and grandchildren, Aunt Helen and Uncle Bernie,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your son, husband, father, and grandfather, Butch. We can only imagine how very difficult this time has been for your family, and we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathies.
Love,
Lexi and Brian Johnson and sons
Valerie Diggs
January 5, 2014
It is with much sorrow that I learned of the passing of Bernie DiNatale. Bernie hired me in 1995 as a school librarian serving the Chelmsford Public Schools. His belief in my abilities was strong, so strong that he recommended I be hired even prior to the completion of my master's degree at Simmons College.
Bernie continued to believe in me and to show me the true meaning of the word "team." He was a consumate professional and a true mentor of many. His belief in the value of school libraries was unprecedented, and Bernie was never one to shy away from following his beliefs.
I had the pleasure of working with Bernie not only in the Chelmsford Public Schools, but also with him as consultants to the Los Angeles Unified School District after he retired.
Bernie knew the value of each and every member of his team, and treated everyone with equal respect and collegiality.
I have always felt honored to have known Bernie and to have been part of his team for the Chelsmford Public Schools.
Bernie DiNatale was an exemplary educator, leader, and friend. May he rest in peace.
Dianne Trivers
January 5, 2014
Candy and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Bernie was such a kind, sincere, helpful gentleman. It was a pleasure to work with him. May your loving memories of him replace the sorrow you feel now.
Richard E. Maloon
January 4, 2014
My deepest condolences for your loss. Bernie was an excellent high school Electronics teacher when I was his student in 1982 and later he was a quality Director when I was a technician for him in 1993/1994 at Chelmsford Public Schools.
Sincerely,
Richard E. Maloon, CHS 1982
January 4, 2014
Candy,
I was very sad to hear the news about Bernie. I remember how helpful and friendly he was to me when I was first starting out in Chelmsford. You're in my thoughts.
Irene Hannigan
Kay Carter
January 4, 2014
Dear Candy and family,
I will always remember Bernie's kindness in helping to find enrichment options for Ryan when we moved to Chelmsford. His kindness, smile, and love for and pride in his family will be things I will remember. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Larry and Emily Dupont
January 4, 2014
With our most sincere thoughts and sympathy. God Bless Butch and his family.
Emily DuPont
January 4, 2014
Dear Candy and Family,
We are so very sorry for your sad times now. Please know that Butch will be kept in our thoughts and prayers and that you will always be kept close to our hearts.
Love in friendship,
Larry and Emily(Tata) Dupont (Aunt Rose's niece)
Dick Moser
January 4, 2014
Bernie's passing is met with deep sorrow for students, staff, teachers, administrators, our district-wide leadership team and all others who had the pleasure of working alongside him through his entire career. Bernie was a principled educator. He knew the importance of targeting students' needs and interests as the center of all educational decisions and initiatives. He knew that effective educators focus on students and adults as individuals, and he supported their professional growth and develop under a personalized strategy of continuous improvement. And, he knew the importance of honesty, loyalty, and good humor. His influence as a central office administrator went far beyond his role as a leader of education technology. He helped guide us through a variety of crisis situations and always operated as a member of the team. I am certain these principles were the hallmark of his work after he left the Chelmsford Public Schools.
I always valued Bernie's advice and counsel, but what I enjoyed most was the many personal conversations regarding his family and mine. Bernie's top priority was the welfare of his family. If you needed a good listener, sound advice, or just someone to talk to, Bernie was your man. I and many others are pleased to have called him our friend.
Dick Moser
Paul Bottas CHS 81'
January 4, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Mr. D. was one of the greatest teachers that I ever had - not just for Electronics (and my homeroom teacher) but as a life mentor - he took us all under his wings as it were
Diane Dover
January 3, 2014
Candy and family,
I have not seen Butch in years, but we were more like brother and sister than just friends at Lower Naukeag Lake in Ashburnham.
He loved to tell jokes and laugh. He was a big tease and loved water skiing and was very good at it. I can still see him coming in at Fontain's pier and grabbing hold of the bar so he wouldn't get wet.
I will always keep him in my heart and Candy and children, I pray that one day soon you will be able to laugh about all the crazy things he's done and said.
In Christ,
Diane Bibeau Dover
Karen Mazza
January 3, 2014
Bernie was a wonderful colleague and friend. He initiated so much innovation in Chelmsford. He will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathy.
Bob & Holly Bradman
January 3, 2014
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. He will always be remembered for his great many acts of kindness.
butch conway
January 3, 2014
so sorry for your loss a great guy
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