Dr. Robert (Bob) R. Donaldson, Jr. age 83, of Pittsboro, died Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the SECU Jim & Betsy Bryan Hospice House.
Bob was born in Oregon City, Oregon on September 24, 1935 to the late Robert R. Donaldson, Sr. and Charlotte Corbett Donaldson. He was also preceded in death by his brother Craig, sister Ann, and mother in law Zouline Machado of Galloway Ridge formally of Siler City.
Surviving relatives include his wife Pat Donaldson and two nephews Todd Wilcox and wife Diane of Portland, Oregon and Craig Wilcox of Denver, Colorado.
From the family farm to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Bob had a focus and desire for excellence which made him a true leader.
A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 12:30PM at Galloway Ridge.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to UNC Hospice P.O. Box 1077 Pittsboro, NC 27312.
Condolences may be made at www.donaldsonfunerals.com
Donaldson Funeral Home & Cremation is honored to serve the Donaldson family.