Donald Breland

YORK- On Monday, October 26, 2020, Donald H. Breland, Loving husband, father, brother, and friend passed away at the age of 91. Donald Breland was born on January 8, 1929 to Rufus and Marie (Heyward) Breland in York, PA. He graduated from William Penn Senior High School in 1949 and was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Donnie as he was affectionately called had an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit and a passionate love of horses. He enjoyed reading, playing chess, suduko puzzles, and loved to engage with people and always had a smile on his face. He was also a member of The American Legion and The Elks Club. He served our Country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War as an artillery solider. After the war Donnie was employed with the Middletown Air Material Area at Olmstead Air Force Base in jet engine testing and later with the United States Postal Service. He was a jazz music enthusiast and enjoyed traveling with his family and spending time with close friends. Donald Breland was proceeded in death by his parents, Rufus and Marie Breland and his brother Rufus Breland Jr and sister Hildagarde Connor. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Pearl Tolbert Breland, one son William Breland and his wife (Susan) of Houston, Texas. Three grandsons Ali, Majid and Bijan Breland and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and close family friends. A Virtual Memorial Service will take place on November 4, 2020 at 7PM. CLICK HERE TO SEND FLOWERS