Richard Donnelly

Richard 'Rick' P. Donnelly, age 76, of Allentown, NJ passed away September 11, 2024.

Rick graduated from Newark College of Engineering with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Rutgers University with a M.S. He was a member of Pi Kappa Phi and he enjoyed getting together with his fraternity brothers. Rick was a loving brother to his sister, Laura Bethmann and her husband Chris Bethmann. He was a loving uncle to his nieces, Kate Master and Cara Bethmann, and their families. He was predeceased by his wife, Nancy Donnelly, his parents John C. and Marie (nee Liso) Donnelly, and his brother Douglas Donnelly.

Rick began his career with Sarnoff Labs and the RCA Space Center working in space communications for NASA and other government agencies. Early in his career he contributed to the development of specialized systems ranging from CT scanners to production equipment for the US Mint. He later worked on the design and production of of software solutions, radio modems and handheld devices for use in the cellular industry. His broad experience in information technology and communications, included executive management in operations, engineering and software systems development, product marketing, and consulting with start-up companies and Fortune 500 firms. Rick served clients such as Dow Jones, Security Benefit Group, and the US Small Business Administration. Rick was retired; his last position was Vice President of Technical Operations at Velocity Wireless L.P.

Rick's many interests included sailing, photography and railroads.

A memorial gathering will be held on a date to be determined.