Robert Toland Jr.

Robert (RT) Toland Jr. of Bryn Mawr Robert (RT) Toland, Jr., 91, died unexpectedly and peacefully, August 10, 2012, at home in Bryn Mawr. RT served 45 months of active duty during World War II as First Lieutenant, pilot and flight instructor for the Marine Corps. He was an active alumnus of and fundraiser for Episcopal Academy ('40), Trinity College ('44) and Harvard Business School ('49). His development career included Yale University, Planned Parenthood, Academy of Natural Sciences, and Emergency Care Research Institute. RT's volunteer legacy includes Founding Chairman of the Citizens to Save Valley Forge Park, resulting in National Park status, signed into legislation by President Gerald R. Ford on July 4, 1976. He served as Trustee, Director or Chairman for many local nonprofits. RT, beloved by family and friends, was known for his ability to communicate and connect with others, his storytelling and unfailing optimism. Mr. Toland is survived by Marian Thayer Toland, his wife of 64 years, their five children, Ben, Lilah, David, Charles and Susan, and nine grandchildren, and his siblings, Priscilla Page, Susan Ruf and Sam Wagner. His brother, Harry Toland died in January. RT loved to gather and enjoy his large extended family. A celebration of his life will be held in November. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Planned Parenthood of Southeastern, PA.