Donald S Presel's Obituary
Donald S. Presel, born September 3, 1930 in Providence, RI, to Morris and Rose Presel, passed away on March 5, 2026. He is survived by Arlene Presel, his wife of 57 ½ years, daughter Ronna Haynes (Lawrence), son Alan Presel, grandsons Jared and Mitchell Haynes, and sister Marilyn Factor. He was predeceased by sisters Ruth Presel, Helen Presel and Sarah Greenfield.
Donald was a graduate of Hope High School, Brown University and Northeastern University, obtaining master’s degrees in education and physics. He taught physics at the University of Massachusetts for 40 years, until he retired in 1996, and moved with his wife to enjoy the warm and sunny weather in Delray Beach, Florida for the next 30 years. He enjoyed watching golf and basketball, and playing occasional games of poker.
Funeral services will be at Beth Israel Memorial Chapel Delray Beach, on March 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., immediately followed by burial at Eternal Light Memorial Gardens, in Boynton Beach. Shiva will take place at the home in Delray Beach. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Care or the organization of your choice.
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