Donald J. D'Innocenzo, 68, of Medway, died peacefully with his family at his side, Friday, November 20, 2015 at Whittier Rehabiltation Hospital in Westborough, following a long illness.  He was the beloved husband of Theresa A. ( Davis) D'Innocenzo.  Born July 20, 1947 in Newton, a son of he late Ottavio D. "Tivvy" D'Innocenzo and Catherine E. (Olivigni) D'Innocenzo, he was a former resident of Newton before moving to Medway in 1980.  

He was educated in Newton and was a 1965 graduate of Newton North High School. He then attended Newton Junior College.  Donad was a fire fighter for the City of Newton for 13 years, before an injury forced him to retire.  

He served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Air Force as part of the 465th-19th Airborne Missile Maintenance Squadron.  He attained the rank of sergeant and was honorably discharged in 1970.  

Donald loved playing his guitar, gardening, sking, hiking, bicycling, and traveling to New Hampshire.  He was devoted to his wife and daughter.  

Donald was a member of the Internation Association of Fire Fighters, Local 863 and the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts.  

In addition to his wife of 46 years, he is survived by his daughter, Alyssa D. Allard and her husband Ronald of North Attleboro, 2 brothers, David J. D'Innocenzo of Florida and Bruce O.D'Innocenzo of Medway and many nieces and nephews.  

He was the brother of the late Richard D'Innocenzo. 

A private graveside funeral service with military honors will take palce at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be sent tot eh New England Center for Homeless Veterans 17 Court Street, Boston, MA 02018