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Fenton Bland Obituary

A eulogistic service for Deacon Fenton Lee Bland, Sr., 85, of 1103 E. Booker Circle, Petersburg, will be held at noon Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, with the Rev. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, officiating. The entombment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie. Mr. Bland may be viewed at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. The family will assemble at the residence, 1103 E. Booker Circle, Petersburg, one hour before the service.

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Published by The Progress-Index from Nov. 19 to Nov. 22, 2009.

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Deidra Parham-Smithson

December 3, 2009

Pat, Rose and Fenton
I am just hearing about the loss of your father and my heart was saddened. I just want you to know that I am thinking about you and will be praying for you. Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. God bless each of you and give you perfect peace during this time.

Carolyn Campbell

November 29, 2009

To the Bland Family.....You have my heart-felt sympathy for the loss of your father. I know how difficult this must be for you and your family during this time. With the deepest sympathy, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain. May God continue to bless you and your family.

November 25, 2009

To my brother, Fenton and to the entire Bland family my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of bereavement. As you well know, God's knows whats best for each of us and He decided it was time for your father, uncle, brother, grandfather, cousin...to be with Him. May the Lord bless each of you and continue to give you peace during this time.

Yours In Christ

Stephen J. Graham

November 24, 2009

Mr. Fenton Bland, Jr and Family,
I extend my deepest expression of sympathy to you and to your family for the loss of your father. Depend on your faith - we all know that faith heals.

Arthur Mallory

November 23, 2009

May God fine a since of peace with your family at this time .Also were there is a lost on earth there is a gain in heaven.God bless.The Harper Family, Joe,Paige ,David , Loretta, Marquis, Jennifer,Harper

November 23, 2009

Rose, Pat and Fenton,

You have my deepest sympathy and prayers on the loss of your father. May the memories of your Mom and Dad sustain you during this difficult time and holiday season.

Warmest Regards,
Marguerite Long Steele

November 23, 2009

Sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Helen Tucker

Linda Goode

November 23, 2009

November 23, 2009

To the Bland Family,
Just know that you are in our prayers. May God's presence be a comfort to you today and in the days ahead.

Love,
Marvin, Linda, Marvin Jr., Sherlonda, and Christian Goode

November 22, 2009

We are sorry for your lost. Our prayers are with the family.

Wilbert & Helen Brown

Syracuse, New York

Lillian Curley

November 22, 2009

Pat, Rose, and Fenton, Jr., may you be comforted during this time of sadness and sorrow. Cousin Fenton was always special to us. My mother and grand parents loved him and your mom.

Love,
Lillian Curley, Edith Curley-Brown, and Mack Curley

Lloyd Hines

November 22, 2009

Rose, I'am very sorry to hear about your father. May God bless you and your family. Lloyd Hines.

Billie Watson Hughes

November 22, 2009

Fenton, Pat and the entire Bland family, may your precious memories and the prayers of many console you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Billie and Monica Hughes

Bridget Hardy Berry

November 22, 2009

Fenton and Family,

So sorry to hear of the recent passing of your Father. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of bereavement.

William&Jacqueline Buchanan

November 22, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

James & Paula Harris

November 22, 2009

Pat, Rose, Fenton and the Bland Family

May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always.

You're in our thoughts and prayers

James & Paula Harris

Damita Hooper

November 21, 2009

We are so sorry for you'll lost so keep being strong an keep on trusting in God at all times. Always remember that weeping may endure for a night , but joy cometh in the morning. Blessed

The Hooper's Family (Petersburg)

November 21, 2009

Fenton, Pat, Rose and the Bland Family, we extend our hearts to you praying and knowing the Lord will give comfort and peace during the loss of your father.

Rev. Greg & Cindy Barrett
Leesburg, VA

November 21, 2009

Fenton, I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are forever with you. Cheryl Brown- Callahan (Charlotte,NC)

Deborah Edwards

November 21, 2009

Pat, Rose, Fenton and family,
May God be your comfort and peace during your time of sorrow. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Deb (Roanoke)

Fannie Clyrice Tucker Ackerman

November 20, 2009

To Pat, Rose and Fenton Jr.,
I was so saddened to hear of your father's transition from this life. Your dad and my father were very good friends. May you find comfort in the realization that God's love is your true source of strength and endurance.

Larry & Gloria Holloway

November 20, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Deacon James Branch

November 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Battinto Batts, Sr

November 19, 2009

To the Bland Family:

With Deepest Sympathy in the Loss of Your Loved One.

Tracie Kirkland

November 19, 2009

To Fenton and family:
May GOD comfort and keep you during your time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tracie Walker Kirkland
Murphy,TX

November 19, 2009

To Pat, Rose, Fenton Jr. & family my deepest condolences to you on the homegoing of Fenton Sr. He is a great inspiration to me and I will never forget the times we spent at the funeral home. Your dad told the best stories.Valanti & Chante Lambert Virginia Beach,VA

November 19, 2009

"To the Bland family, May God comfort you 'll durning your hours of sadness and grief . Remember God said that the Joy of the Lord is your Strength..... The staff of J.L.Dodson & Sons Funeral Establishment 219 North County Drive Waverly, Va. 23890.

Samentha Miller-Roberts

November 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janice "Lauretta" Walthall-Jones

November 19, 2009

To the family of Mr. Fenton Bland, Sr., my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Natalie Harris Myers

November 19, 2009

To the Bland Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Deacon Bland. While he is absent from the body, he has joined Miss Virginia to be present with the Lord. May God be with you at this time. We know that we shall see them again and rejoice.

CLEOPATRA & DANIELLE NEWMAN

November 19, 2009

FENTON Jr.and family,
WE WILL KEEP ALL OF YOU IN OUR PRAYERS IN YOUR TIME OF NEED AND SORROW.

CLEOPATRA & DANIELLE NEWMAN

Hattie Bonner & Family

November 19, 2009

Fenton Jr, and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strenghten you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts.

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