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Al Bland Obituary

Al Bland passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2015, in Billings. He was a loving husband, father and grandpa. He will be greatly missed by anyone who had the opportunity to know him.

He is survived by his wife Wendy Bland, his son Kenneth Bland, his daughters Kayla Fritz and Lindsey (Ryan) Graham and his grandson's Landon, Parker and Beckham Graham.

He is also survived by his sister Rosita Lasane, and his brother Mike Bland. Al was preceded in death by his father Charles Bland and his Mother Marie Cartwright.

A memorial will be held at the Yellowstone County Club on Monday, April 20, at 4 p.m. Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cfgbillings.com through "Our Families."

Published by Billings Gazette on Apr. 18, 2015.

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