Donald Michael Pearlstein

Donald Michael Pearlstein (August 5, 1934 - February 22, 2022), born in Brooklyn, NY was a lifelong New Yorker, creative, toy designer, and family man. Married 67 years, he is survived by his wife Patricia, three daughters, Caren and Stuart Hosansky, Jessica and Eric Zachs, and Nina and Harold Fetner, eight grandchildren, Aaron Hosansky and Laura Bagley, Stephanie and JV Doran, Benjamin and Paige Zachs, Jacob and Kate Zachs, Zoë Zachs, Samantha Fetner, Alex Fetner, and Emma Fetner and great grandchildren, Ezra and Levi Hosansky, Nora Doran, and Louis Zachs. Donald, colloquially known as "D," loved a good joke, political banter (as long as the opinion was noted on MSNBC), an indulgent meal, and a vodka chilled with a twist. He lived and breathed New York. Whether visiting museums or a show, D lived his life to the fullest, never wanting to leave the city. For the bulk of his career, D was a toy designer, who felt his purpose was to bring others joy. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Korean War as a Paratrooper. More than anything, he loved his family. Hosting the Jewish holidays or bringing in Chinese food, his biggest joy was when he spent time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He would always note, "Our friends are so jealous of the times we get to have with our family. They also cannot believe the dirty jokes." Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 24 at 11:00 AM at Riverside Memorial Chapel, 180 W 76th St, New York, NY 10023. A ZOOM link will be shared. Shiva will be at 100 United National Plaza following the burial and on Friday from 1:00 to 5:00pm. Contributions may be made to Dignity Grows at www.dignitygrows.org/donate or a charity of the donor's choice.