Obituary of Donald Joseph Bernardini

Donald Joseph Bernardini, 91, passed away on Thursday, November 18th, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born at home in Vineland, NJ on June 15th, 1930, to the late John V. and Jennie (Vai) Bernardini. He was a 1948 graduate of Vineland High School where he starred on the basketball team and was co-captain of the team. He also ran track and set many records. Following graduation from Rutgers University in 1952 with a degree in Chemistry, he entered military service with the US Army and served in Germany from 1952 to 1954. Following his military service, he returned home and began teaching math and science at Northeast Philadelphia High School. After leaving the teaching profession, he became involved in many construction projects throughout New Jersey. He is survived by sons Dr. D. Jonathan and Angela (Andreazza) Bernardini of Denver, CO; and Shawn Bernardini, of Santa Monica, CA; two grandchildren Christian and Julia Bernardini both of CO; and his brother John V. Bernardini of Voorhees, NJ. A graveside service and inurnment will be held Friday, December 10, 2021 at 1:00 pm from Sacred Heart Cemetery, 741 E Walnut Rd, Vineland. ARRANGEMENTS are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360 To send online condolences please visit our website at www.RONEFUNERALSERVICE.com