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Kim Donatelli Obituary

Kim S. Donatelli, 53, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully with her family beside her on Sunday, April 9, 2017. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of Cynthia (Kern) Davis and the late Richard "Dickie" Davis. She is survived by her husband, Andy Donatelli, who she spent 28 years of loving marriage with. Kim was a 1981 graduate of Freedom High School, graduated Summa Cum Laude from West Chester University in 1985, and later received her Master of Science Degree in Education from Wilkes University. She was a teacher for the BASD for 22 years, spending the last 11 years teaching first grade at Governor Wolf Elementary School. She was a member of East Hills Moravian Church. Survivors: She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Andy; sons, Cole and Lex; mother, Cynthia Davis; brother, Rick Davis and wife Michele; mother and father in-law, Julie and Fred Donatelli; brother in-law, Fred Donatelli and wife Dana; brother in-law, Ted Donatelli and wife Kristina; several nieces and nephews; and countless friends. Services: Visitation hours will be held in the Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, on Thursday, April 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. A celebration of life service will take place on Friday, at 11 a.m., at East Hills Moravian Church, 1830 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Offer condolences online at www.connellfuneral.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Apr. 11, 2017.

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Michael Davis

May 18, 2021

Sometimes angels walk among us..

Aaron Jevons

May 8, 2019

I remember her from governor wolf. I didn't have her as a teacher, but I would see her in the halls all of the time, and she knew me by name. She was super kind and a cool teacher. When I heard she had passed it was devastating. My little sister had her for first grade as well. My sister has a learning disability, and Mrs.Donatelli was always kind and understanding with her. She was loved by all of her students, and even some who weren't hers. You will be missed, Mrs.Donatelli.

Patricia Kays

April 5, 2019

Thinking of the entire Donatelli family at this difficult time of year

Todd Armstrong

April 18, 2017

Andy,
I remember always thinking that you and kim were the all American couple. I was so sad and sorry to hear of her passing. From all the prior posts, it is so clear that kim touched the lives of so many in such a positive way. May the love of family, friends and God be of comfort to you and your sons.

Fran & Paul Szabo

April 17, 2017

May FAITH guide you when you cannot See
May HOPE comfort you when you need it the Most
May you BELIEVE that God will help see you get through this difficult Time. Cherish the Memories

April 16, 2017

To Andy and family,I just found out about Kimmy today.This is her cousin michael,I am so sorry for your loss and also for my aunt Cindy.Kimmy was as you know ,exceptional,and beautiful both inside and out.I have many memories of her and of course my Uncle Dicky's family when we were all younger and I will always cherish those.I plan on visiting her gravesite soon.Love Michael.

April 15, 2017

Donatelli Family,
Kim was our twins first grade teacher at Farmersville . We are forever grateful for the wonderful year that they had in her classroom. She was a wonderful teacher and an all around nice person to know.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry for your loss.
Barry and Kathy Pavlish

Richard Harold

April 14, 2017

Andy & Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I always thought you and Kim made a great couple. Mine and my family's thoughts will be with you during sad time.

Rich Harold

Ken & Lisa Kraft

April 14, 2017

Andy and family:

Please accept our condolences.
Thoughts and prayers are with both you and your family.

Neldy-Ricardo and Yeriel Del Valle Sanchez

April 14, 2017

Andy and Family,

We are very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Donatelli taught my two boys and they are very sad that they will not get to see her again. She was such an amazing person. She was so caring and loving with all her students, she will dearly be missed but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Carlos Dasilva

April 13, 2017

I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family.

God Bless

Bruce Montgomery

April 13, 2017

To the entire Donatelli family,
My most sincere and deepest regrets on the loss you are all suffering with.
Kim was a wonderful person and each time I was in her presence, I felt blessed and honored to know someone as gracious as she always exhibited, especially with the knowledge that her disease was as powerful as it was.
She was a classy and beautiful person in every sense and I can only hope that she is now with the angels of heaven.
I regret I am not in the area until Easter and will miss her public acknowledgments of life and death.
RIP Kim

Ron Singer

April 13, 2017

Andy and Family, Thinking of all of you... please know you are in our thoughts and prayers... take care of each other... Ron Singer and Kathy

April 13, 2017

andy and family my sincere condolences for your loss. my prayers are with you. call me any time if you need to talk

April 13, 2017

Andy, Cole , Lex and Family,
There are few people who can touch the lives of everyone they meet as much as Kim. Her genuine kindness, and beautiful smile truly made her an Angel here on Earth. Know that your loss is deeply felt by our family. May God bless all of you and give you the strength and peace needed to get through the days ahead.
Love to all of you,
Gino, Theresa Stephanie and Brian

April 13, 2017

Andy and Family,

Losing someone we love is nothing easy, we can realize that we are blessed to have been able to share in her life.

In this tough time in your life, may our friendship, sympathy and heartfelt condolences bring you comfort.

Someone so special can never be forgotten.

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

Spread your wings Kim and protect your family forever.

With heavy hearts,

The Hemerly Family, Dave ,Alice, Matthew and Christopher

April 13, 2017

Andy and family - Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts are with you.

Mike and Karen Applegate

Joe Juhasz

April 13, 2017

Andy and family:

Please accept my condolences. Thoughts and prayers are with both you and your family.

Dave Lesko

April 12, 2017

Andy and family:

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences and good thoughts your way during this difficult time.

Dave

Amy Heineman

April 12, 2017

Andy, Cole, Lex and Kim's entire family,
Both my children had Kim for 1st grade at Gov Wolf. Not only was she a wonderful teacher, she was one of the kindest and most genuine people I have ever had the privilege and pleasure to have known. The support she gave her students went beyond the classroom. I remember she and Andy coming to my sons baseball game because he invited her. We always looked forward to seeing her when out trick or treating and catching up. I hope you great memories of Kim bring you all comfort at this difficult time. She will be greatly missed by hundreds of people including my family.
Amy, Dave, Julia and Matthew Heineman

Doris Correll

April 12, 2017

My condolences to the Donatelli family. I knew Kim from the BASD. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out. Her smile was contagious and her heart made of gold.
She was a phenomenal teacher. May she rest in peace in the arms of the Lord free from pain in paradise.

My prayers are with you,
Doris

Richard Baksa

April 12, 2017

Andy, My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. My heart felt condolences.

Dennis & Kim Shiner & family

April 12, 2017

Andy and family,

Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John & MaryBeth Eltringham

April 12, 2017

Andy and family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Terri Miorelli

April 12, 2017

Andy and family,
Our deepest sympathies for you, your boys and the whole Donatelli family. We were so fortunate to have met Kim during the BML days, which showed what a kind, fun and loving soul she was. So many happy memories... We pray your memories help comfort you in the days ahead, and heal your broken hearts.
We're here for you anytime.
Love and friendship, Terri & Mike Miorelli

Heather Fisher

April 12, 2017

To the Donatelli Family,
So sorry for your loss, Kim was an amazing person and will truly be missed. She was one of my daughters favorite teacher, and that is when I first met her 11 years ago. She would light up a room as soon as she walked into it and she now will be your light/ angel forever. God bless and prayers to the entire family.
Heather Fisher

April 12, 2017

Andy,
Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family. We are truly sorry for your loss.

Carm LaDuca, Greg Hess and the entire Easton Baseball Family

April 12, 2017

My daughter Nicole was in Mrs. Donatelli's Kindergarten class in 1991 at Farmersville Elementary School. She was the best Kindergarten teacher a child could have had as it is not always easy on that first day and she had such a loving and caring way about her. My son was due to have her 2 years later but she went out on maternity leave...needless to say I was very disappointed but happy for her. I was a class mother for my daughter's class and to this day I still hang the beautiful glass tree ornament she gave me on my tree...this Christmas it will certainly be hung with extra love. Our sincere sympathies to all her family.
Carol Grezzo

The Brame's

April 12, 2017

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Donatelli family during this difficult time. I know Kim has touched a lot of lives. Her memory lives on through so many. Aliyah Brame & Family

April 12, 2017

To the entire Donatelli Family,From our Family to yours.Words cannot express the sadness we feel for your loss.One thing we do know is that there is a ANGEL looking over your Family.Please know that her presence and guidance will be with you each and every day and the beautiful memories will be in your hearts forever.She will forever hold a special place in our Hearts.We celebrate her life and the many many lives she has touched.May God Bless you all during this very difficult time and please know we are here for you always.God Bless,Millie,Rich,Jennifer and Emily Wescoe

Matt Hlay

April 12, 2017

Andy & Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
The Hlay's-Matt, Kristin, Kylie & Kayla

April 12, 2017

Andy and family,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Kim, she was such a sweetheart. Our thought and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Jeffrey and Carol(Yandrasits) Watson Bethlehem Pa

Gail Sakovics

April 12, 2017

Dear Andy,
Bill and I are so very sorry to hear of Kim's passing.... We have so many amazing memories of our BML times together. The "surprise " costume party at our house where you two came as Micky and Minnie. .. When it was actually your wedding shower from " the team".You said you wanted to win the contest,and you did when no one else came dressed in costume. Even in costume you two were the perfect couple. You defined love.
Kim was honestly one of the sweetest and loving individuals we have had the honor of knowing...our heart breaks for you and the boys Andy...we send you all of our love and sympathy and pray your loving memories will get you through the darkest of days. Kim was an angel on earth and heaven now has another beautiful angel who will be watching over you. God bless all of you,
With much love, Gail and Bill Sakovics

Spence Pierce

April 11, 2017

Andy & Family,
My prayers are with you at this difficult time.

April 11, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 11, 2017

To the Donatelli Family,

Prayers are with you at this difficult time. Kim was an amazing teacher and a beautiful person inside and out. She loved her students. She taught our daughter Nicole in Kindergarten at Farmersville. Nicole still today talks about her. One Halloween Nicole and Mrs. Donatelli both dressed up as the 101 Dalamations. We still have that picture of the both of them. She had a beautiful smile and the children loved her. Have comfort knowing that she is at peace and will be your guardian angel. Prayers for Gods strength in the coming days.

Bob,Carol and Nicole Spenzierato

Shelly Kendy

April 11, 2017

To Andy & Family: Kim was always so kind, beautiful and down to earth. I remember her twirling the baton and being so in love with Andy. May you find comfort in your memories, and may she rest in peace. Kim has touched so many lives and will live on forever in so many hearts.

Pam (Merkle) Prestipino

April 11, 2017

Andy,
I am very sorry to hear about Kim. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Peter Fosl (Wasel)

April 11, 2017

I remember Kim so vividly from our years in school together--elementary, junior high, and high school--it's hard to even think that she's gone. I am so sorry to learn of her passing. What a wonderful person. Peace to you all.

Barbara Cressman

April 11, 2017

Dear Family,
I hope that my prayers and the prayers offered by the East Hills Fellowship on your behalf will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Barbara Cressman

Donna Keeling

April 11, 2017

My deepest sympathies to your family so saddened to hear of her loss. Will never forget how great she was with my son and my grandson.

Dee Anthony

April 11, 2017

Donatelli Family.
We know there are few words to comfort you all at this time. But we want to let you know that we were very saddened to learn of Kim's passing.

Dee and Dale Anthony

Andy Lukievics

April 11, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with the Donatelli family for your loss.

Jim Knerr

April 11, 2017

Andy:

May I offer my prayers and condolences to you and your family on your loss.

Jim Knerr

Patricia Kays

April 11, 2017

May her light always shine in your hearts

Patricia (Hess)Kays

April 11, 2017

My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the entire Donatelli family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you

Karen Yob

April 11, 2017

Are deepest sympathy to the entire Donatelli family. Sorry for your loss. Strength, thoughts and prayers to your family.
Karen and Lou Yob and family

Terri (Kraft) Nasatka

April 11, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. I will always remember high school days with Kim and her love for Andy. She had a heart of gold and two beautiful boys. So sorry she was taken from each of you way too soon. My heart aches for you but I know she will be kept alive in all of our spirits. God bless you all at this most difficult time.

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