Donald “Don” Francis Cabral of Pendleton was born August 4th 1940 in Brockton Mass. He passed awayat his home on November 28th, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 81 years old.
Don lived in Massachusetts until 1974. He excelled in Football and baseball. He moved with his young family across the country in a station wagon to start a new life in Hermiston Oregon. He was a well
known contractor in Hermiston and built many homes there. Because of his love of horses, he was actively involved in the Umatilla Sage Riders Club.
Don was a lifelong New England Patriot fan and could always been seen wearing his fav team hat. Don was known for his infectious smile, his dry humor and quick wit. He loved helping his family and friendswith any construction projects.
Don married Lois Follett ( Bonney)in 1960, they later divorced. Don is survived by children Elaine (Kevin) Anderson of Pendleton, Steven Cabral of Hermiston and Angela Cabral of Pendleton. Brother, Alfred (Carol) Cabral of Mass, Grandchildren-Jed Cabral, Jennifer Leslie,Emily Wellington, Ryan Lyle, Maegan Konecny,Lindsey Blais and numerous great grandchildren.
The family would like to Thank St Anthony hospital and staff, Pendleton Fire and Ambulance, Hospice of Walla Walla and Cancer center of Pendleton for all the care and compassion.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday December 7th at 3pm at Pendleton Pioneer Chapel, Folsom- Bishop, 131 SE Byers Ave, Pendleton, Oregon. Online condolences may be sent to www.pioneerchapel.com.