EDWIN C. DONAGHY

DONAGHY

EDWIN C., JR., age 88, son of Ada H. Delany and Edwin C. Donaghy, died May 7, 2012 of pulmonary disease at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He is survived by Sophie Bell Donaghy, his loving wife, their son, Edwin C. (Peter) Donaghy, III, their grand daughter, Hayley, their great grandson, Edwin C. Donaghy, IV.
In 1942 Mr. Donaghy graduated from St. George's School in Newport Rhode Island, and in 2007 was given the Howard B. Dean award for his service to the school. Following graduation, he enrolled at Yale University. Mr. Donaghy left Yale University to serve in the Army Air Force, 315th Fighter Squadron E.T.O. (European Theater of Operations), from 1943 to 1946, ending his service as First Lieutenant. Mr. Donaghy's distinguished Air Force service included flying 37 missions in P-47 Thunderbolt attack planes, against German and Axis forces. Mr. Donaghy received his degree from Yale in 1950. He began work at Delany & Co., an industrial adhesives business founded by his grandfather. After the business was sold, he joined PNC Bank in 1959, serving eventually as Vice President in the Investment Management Division of the Trust Department.
Mr. Donaghy will be remembered for his quick smile, infectious laugh and affection for others. A trusted and loyal friend to many individuals and organizations, his playful spirit and love of family and friendships will be deeply missed.
A memorial service will be held on May 21 at The Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr at noon. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Children's Hospital, 34th Street and Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104-4399 or St. George's School. PO Box 1910, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840-0190.