Milford M. Breland, Sr.
October 10, 2014
Mr. Milford M. Breland, Sr. 81, of Liverpool, New York, departed this life Friday October 10, 2014 at Loretto Rehabilitation Center.
He was born January 9, 1933 to the union of the late Rufus and Edna Breland. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from General Electric Company after 35 years of service. In addition, he was employed as a bus driver for the Blue Bird Bus Company. He enjoyed participating in family activities, traveling to his family reunion each year. He was a member of The Flying Eagles singing group.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father Edna and Rufus Breland; five sisters Lizzie Rivers, Essie Lee Orr, Gladys Kirkland, Helen Shepherd, and Vermell B. Grant; three brothers, Eugene Breland, Tommie K. Breland, Sr., and Lenward Breland; two children Diane L. Breland and Christopher A. Breland.
Mr. Milford M. Breland, Sr. leaves to mourn his passing, cherish his memory and celebrate his life three children Milford Breland, Jr. (Gina), Cheryl Vaughn (Herman) and Ginelle "Baby Girl" Breland; 14 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild; a host of loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Calling hours will be held on Friday from 10-12noon at Living Water Church of God, 121 Huron St., Syracuse, NY 13207, with services to follow. Burial will take place at Onondaga Valley Cemetery.