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Michael Donnelly Obituary

Beloved husband, father, brother, coach, and mentor, 'Duke' passed peacefully on October 4, 2017 due to complications from leukemia. Originally from Albany, N.Y., Duke graduated from Ithaca College in 1975. He had more than 40 years of coaching experience at various levels. Duke's enthusiasm for life and the football program at Muhlenberg College touched many. Survivors: Beth Donnelly, wife of 38 years; Lauren Donnelly, daughter; Brendan Donnelly, son; siblings Robert Donnelly, Barbara Lahey. Michael is survived by a large, loving extended family. Services: A Celebration of Life will be held at Egner Memorial Chapel at Muhlenberg College on Sunday, October 15th at 1 p.m., with a reception to follow. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation in memory of Mike Donnelly. All gifts will be directed to the Leukemia Research Program. Your donations will help to find a cure in our lifetime. https://www.roswellpark.org/giving/donate/honor-memorial-gifts

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Published by Morning Call on Oct. 9, 2017.

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December 11, 2017

Memories of wonderful Thanksgiving game nights...but not football, pictionary and charades!

We toasted him at this year's Thanksgiving dinner and honor his kindness and warmth!
the Petersons

October 16, 2017

Barbara and Bobby,
There is not sufficient space to talk about all the fun, loving times between our families throughout the years. I guess Michael will be the bartender in heaven at the Christmas eve parties. Though he should have stayed here longer to practice some more. So sorry for your loss. Love to all, Marie Yanni Lepis

Larry Gareau

October 16, 2017

To the Donnelly family, sad to hear of Michael's passing. I have a lot of fond memories of your family, living on Magnolia Terrace and visiting the camp at Burden Lake. May he rest in peace.

Frances Corpora

October 14, 2017

Beth,
I was so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. He was such a nice gentleman.
My condolences to you and your family
Fran Corpora from Pizza Doro.

Bill Weir

October 11, 2017

My heartfelt condolences, lots of great memories of Magnolia,Burden Lake and the entire Donnelly Family.
Bill Weir

Michele Burns

October 11, 2017

Dear Barb, Bob and Mike's family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Mike from our younger days. He was always fun and a gentleman. May all your good memories give you peace and comfort in your time of grief.

Michele Stuto Burns

Bob Brogan

October 11, 2017

Lauren,

All your friends and colleagues here at the Federal Railroad Administration were greatly saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Dad.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Brendan, your Mom, and the entire Donnelly family.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Maureen O'Brien

October 11, 2017

Barbara and family. Very sorry to hear about your loss.

Katie Heaton

October 11, 2017

Lauren, very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Martin McKinney

October 11, 2017

Rip Mike I remember you ! from Magnolia terrace.

Sue Dreis Panza

October 11, 2017

Barb,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. May you find comfort in all the great memories you shared during this difficult time.

Katen Zink Cahill

October 11, 2017

Barbara and Bobby-
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My memories of him being a fun guy on Magnolia Terrace! I will keep your family in my prayers.
Fondly,

Robert Macaluso

October 10, 2017

Sorry to hear about Coach Donnelly's passing I know he was a great father, husband, coach and person!!!!!
Sincerely,
Bob Mac

Paul Kellogg

October 10, 2017

To Mike's family .sorry to hear about (Clark's) passing.A good friend from days gone by .RIP. Hippie

October 10, 2017

To Mike's family.Sorry to hear about (Clark's) passing.Good friend from days gone by .Hippie.

Jim Malone

October 10, 2017

Beth, Lauren & Brendan,
I am so sad, Duke was an amazing example to us all on how to be a leader. My deepest condolences to you and your extended family. I will cherish the memories.

October 9, 2017

Lauren and Brendan-
My thoughts and sympathies are with you and your mother during this time. -EAHS '01

October 9, 2017

Beth,

We were sorry to hear about your husband. You and your family are in our prayers.

George & Deb Anthony

Wally and crew Wally's Deli

October 9, 2017

To the Donnelly family,
We were sadden to hear of your loss. He was a great man and touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

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