Donald Ferrara of the Bronx, NY passed away surrounded by his wife and daughters on June 17, 2020. Donald was born on June 21, 1938 to Evelyn and Anthony Ferrara. He graduated from Stuyvesant High school in Manhattan and attended Iona College in New Rochelle on a baseball scholarship. He graduated with a BBA in Accounting and went on to a successful career as a federal agent with the IRS. He married the love of his life, Joanne in 1961. Donald was an avid golfer & member of the Van Nest Social Club in The Bronx. He enjoyed dining out & relaxing by the pool. His greatest joy was his family, particularly spending time with his granddaughters, who he adored. Donald was loved by all their cousins and friends who he treated like family. Donald is survived by his devoted wife Joanne, his daughters Dianne and Donna, his son-in-law Andrew, and granddaughters, Dara, Marissa, Taylor, Julianna and Erica. He had endearing nicknames for each one and they all referred to him as “Poppy”. He was predeceased by his loving son-in-law Matthew. He is also survived by his beloved sister-in-law Linda and her sons, in addition to his nieces and nephews, the Seaside Crew and countless cousins and friends who will always remember him as the life of the party. Donald had a heart of gold and will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but we will find comfort in knowing that he is at peace with his “Brotha” Robert.
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