NORTH READING, MA

TREMBLAY, Donald L., 83, formerly of North Reading, MA and Pompano Beach, FL, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the Hopkins Manor, North Providence.

Born in Lawrence, MA, he was the son of the late Gidion and Jeannette Morisset Tremblay.

He resided in Lawrence, MA during his youth and attended Central Caltholic High School where he was an All-American Basketball star. He was one first McDonald's High School All American team members.

Mr. Tremblay was employed as a Physical Education teacher and later became the Athletic Director at Lawrence High School.

Because of his success, many division one schools called but, Mr. Tremblay chose to attend UMASS to remain closer to home. During the summers he was a lifeguard at Hampton Beach and became a fixture in that community.

As an accomplished athlete Donald reached success at every sport he played. During his 50's he was a World Series Champion Softball player who was known for his play at Pitcher. In his later years he found success on the Golf course which later turned into a job as a Starter at Palm Air Golf Club in Pompano. Those who love him will always remember his outgoing, personal nature and his ability to know someone everywhere he went.

He leaves his son, Mark Tremblay and his wife Shena of Cumberland; his grandchildren, Madisyn and Hannah, both of Cumberland; as well his nephew Skip Tremblay. He was the father of Gary Tremblay and Lisa Tremblay, brother of the late Raymond P. Tremblay; and uncle of the late Shirley Barbagallo.

His funeral and burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the J. J. Duffy Funeral Home, 757 Mendon Road, Rt. 122, Cumberland, RI.

Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Alzheimer's Association of RI, 245 Waterman St #306, Providence, RI 02906.

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