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Donald Denburg Obituary

Donald L. Denburg, of Allentown, PA died on September 30. 2020 at the age of 84. He was born on April 10, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY to Benjamin and Ida Denburg. He graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School, Cooper Union School of Engineering, and Johns Hopkins University with a PhD in Engineering. During his career, he worked for Johns Hopkins University, AT&T Bell Laboratories, and Agere Systems. He persevered and excelled throughout his life. He was a multi-disciplined engineer, an active member of several technical societies and municipal committees, a wine connoisseur, wood craftsman, home and auto repairman, gardener, fisherman, sailboat enthusiast, and more.

He is survived by his wife Marguerite, his son Michael, his daughter-in-law Danlei, and his granddaughter Leah. Don was admired and loved. He will be remembered and missed.

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Published by Morning Call on Oct. 6, 2020.

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Richard M Robertson (Mike)

April 18, 2021

I knew Don very well since I worked for him for 20 years. He was, in many ways, like a father to me since he became my manager about the time my real father passed away in 1982. Don was always kind, thoughtful and considerate. We enjoyed several common academic achievements and interests. I just learned of Don’s passing on April 18, 2021 so it is with sadness that I write this belated condolence. My heart goes out to Don’s wife Margie and son Mike.

Peter and Leslie Staffeld

October 10, 2020

Don will be missed by all of his fellow LVAWS members . He was kind person who was interested in others and an expert about wine. Our thoughts are with Margie and their family.

Larry and Mary Schneider

October 6, 2020

God Bless you Don!
Your humility, exceptional moral compass and sincere work ethic were powerful attributes that have been an inspiration to us all. Everyone who came in touch with you were the better for their experience.
Rest in peace, Don
Larry and Mary Schneider

Percy and Anne Dougherty

October 6, 2020

We were so sorry to hear about Don’s death. He was wonderful person and will be greatly missed.

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