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Donald H. Roland, 95

August 25, 2019

Donald H. Roland, 95, of Brethren Village, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2019.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary Ganse Roland. Don was married to Patricia R. Miller Roland for 68 years prior to her death on March 16, 2017 at the age of 91.

He was a devout Catholic and was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church where he served as a Eucharistic Minister.

Don was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School Class of 1942 and he received a BS in Engineering Management from Elizabethtown College. He retired from Borg Warner York as a quality control Manager.

He served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II as a 2nd Lt., piloting P-51 Mustangs and P-40 Warhawk fighters in the South Pacific Theater.

He is survived by 3 children: Donna McGinnis of Venice, FL and twin sons, both of Lancaster, Dennis and his wife Peggy Ann, and Douglas and his wife Joanne. He has 3 grandchildren and one great grandson. He also has a sister, Rosemary of Lancaster and a sister, Lorraine who preceded him in death.

Funeral Services will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at 11AM, with a visitation with the family from 10-11AM. Interment will follow in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Donald’s memory to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

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August 28, 2019

Dennis, Peggy and the Roland family,
Our sincerest sympathy is expressed to you at the passing of your wonderful father, Donald.  We had a special relationship with Don over the years as his next-door neighbor at Brethren Village.  He and now-deceased wife Pat introduced us to one of their favorite restaurants, the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant.  Through the years, we accompanied them on many occasions traveling to this restaurant.  Within his last week of life, we spoke to him about this very restaurant.  We enjoyed Don’s humor, his many stories, and his love of the piano.  He was a very special man.  He will indeed be missed.  Our prayers are with you all,  Dennis & Cindi Snovel

August 28, 2019

Our deepest sympathies to the Roland family.  I have many fond memories of Don from my teenage years. I remember him as a fun-loving and devout person.  As a veteran, I am proud to salute his combat service.  In so many ways, Don was truly a member of the “Greatest Generation.” 
Jeff & Patsy Fasnacht

August 27, 2019

Denny, Peggy and family, your Dad was such a great guy, I loved him and your family.  His zest for learning throughout life left a memory in me that will remain forever.  It was my privilege to teach him the piano.  So Denny, this is what you have to live up to as an example!!! Every generation is supposed to a little better than the one before so good luck with that!  Your friend always, Dave Zoccola

August 27, 2019

Doug. Dennis. Donna,
So sorry for your loss and I hope you guys are doing well.  Growing up with you and your parents was awesome and very friendly.
 
Jere Riggs 

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Thursday, August 29, 2019
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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