Robert James Donaldson, 49, of Butler, passed away unexpectedly Friday, February 22, 2019 at his residence.
He was born May 29, 1969 in Fort Knox, KY, the son of George Donaldson and Beatrice (Willis) Donaldson of Cambridge Springs, PA.Robert graduated Cambridge Springs High School in 1987 and then went on to study criminology at Edinboro University graduating in 1991. He was a Veteran of the US National Guard for 25 years where he was a major and retired in 2011. He made his 25 year career with the Pennsylvania State Police were he retired as a sergeant in March 2017. After his retirement he currently was a security guard for the Butler Area School District.
In addition to his parents he is also survived by his wife, Paula (Helgert) Donaldson of Butler, whom he married on September 3, 1994, two daughters, Kayla Donaldson and Taylor Donaldson both of Butler; a sister, Barbara (Dennis) Fetterman and their daughter Adrionna of Punxsutawney, mother in law, Margaret Helgert of Butler; a brother in law, Chad Helgert of Butler and his dog, Maya.He was preceded in death by his father in law, Paul Helgert.
The F.O.P. service will be at 4PM Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Community Alliance Church, 800 Mercer Road Butler, PA 16001. Friends will also be received at the church from 4PM until the time of service at 8PM with Pastor Denny Krajacic officiating. Military honors to follow by VFW #249, American Legion #778, and Butler Legion #117.
Private burial.
Contributions may be made to Kayla and Taylor Donaldson, they can be sent to Young Funeral Home, Ltd, PO Box 1522 Butler, PA 16003.