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Obituary For Pastor Leonard G. Bland
SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Homegoing Celebration
With hearts that are heavy yet filled with hope, we announce the Homegoing Services for Pastor Leonard G. Bland and First Lady Carolyn Bland.
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM, family, friends, and the community will gather at King George High School, 10100 Foxes Way, King George, Virginia, to celebrate their lives, their legacy, and their faithful service to God and His people.
A public viewing will be held from 11:00 AM until the hour of service.
Pastor Bland and First Lady Bland served with unwavering love, dedication, and faith. Though we grieve their passing, we rejoice in the promise of eternal life, trusting in the words of our Lord: “Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” — Matthew 25:23
We ask that you continue to keep the Bland family in your prayers as we honor two lives that were poured out in service to the Kingdom.
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With hearts full of sorrow yet anchored in the hope of God’s promises, we announce the passing of Pastor Leonard Bland, the beloved and esteemed Pastor of the Salem Baptist Church in King George, VA who entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 6, 2026.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced when finalized. We humbly ask that you keep the Bland family and the Salem Baptist Church family lifted in your thoughts and prayers as we trust God for comfort, peace, and strength during this season of loss.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness…”
— 2 Timothy 4:7–8
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Joseph Coleman Jr planted 5 trees in memory of Pastor Leonard G. Bland . - February 27, 2026
Florence Haines-Mason planted 5 trees in memory of Pastor Leonard G. Bland . - February 14, 2026
Chucky The last time I saw you was Christmas Day for dinner . Before you left you said " Love you girl " I responded I love you too. This is not goodbye but see you later .
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From the McDowney family to the Bland Family we send our deepest condolences and prayers you both will be truly missed 🙏🙌🙏🙌🙏 Gone but never ever forgotten
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With a heavy but yet a joyful heart...knowing that you & first lady Bland are heaven bound...leaving this old world behind...your presence will be greatly missed...but it is a blessing to know...y'all are good...Until we meet again...Peace!!
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVE ONES🙏💖🙏💖
Condolences to the Bland Family and Salem Baptist Church. May God grant you peace and comfort as you endure this difficult time.
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Pastor Bland and the Salem Church family was our first church home when we moved to the area. Sincere sympathy and love to all of you as you journey through this great loss. May sweet memories of both of them always linger. My prayers are with you.
Rev. Catherine T Parker
Pastor Bland and First Lady passing sadden my heart. They both will be missed.
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Reverend Leonard G. Bland and First Lady Carolyn Bland on your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. — With sympathy, Joseph and Marcia Coleman
Pastor Bland we often talk over the phone.You ordain me in February 2001.Its a day I will always cheerish.Rest in Peace my friend...Deacon Jackson
"I Am the Resurrection and the Life; he who believes in Me shall live even if he dies." John 11:25
To: The Bland Family and Smith Family & Salem Baptist Church Condolences on the Passing of Rev. Leonard Bland and 1st. Lady Carolyn Bland
Dear Family, Relatives, and Friends, On behalf of Rev. Dr. Charles W. Wormley and the entire Mt. Zion Baptist Church Family, we offer deepest, heartfelt condolences, and express our profound sadness upon hearing the announcement of the passing of your Pastor, Rev. Leonard Bland, and of course the 1st. Lady Carolyn. May the God of all comfort and peace be with you during this difficult time. May the Lord give you strength to carry on in the face of such a loss. It is our prayer that God, our Heavenly Father will embrace you closely as you journey through this season of bereavement.
My sincere condolences to the Bland family in the loss of your father and your mother and to the Salem Baptist Church family members in the loss of your beloved Pastor and beautiful First Lady. God knew best. He called them both home to be with Him in glory, so that they will never ever be a part again. Our God will send His angels to comfort you all during this difficult time. Love Cynthia Bumbrey
Giving my condolences to the Bland family. Rev. Bland and his wife where wonderful friends and neighbors for 25 years. I love and appreciate all you ment and did for my family. You were a good confident and such a blessing. I'll always remember seeing speaking and conversation with you. You'll be missed but never forgotten your friend Dexter Obryant
My family and I are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you & your family in this time of loss> I'm asking God to tenderly care for your deepest needs. Blessed all those who morun, for they shall be comforted.
Our sincere condolences to Mrs. Bland and the family. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sending condolences and prayers to the family of Pastor Leonard Bland. My heart was saddened when I heard of the passing. We worked at Dahlgren, VA together for years in the same building/department. Thank God we got to see each other during our retirement. Thank God for our paths crossing. Blessings, Wayne Jeter
To the family and friends of Rev. Leonard Bland. It was always a pleasure to be in the company of Pastor Bland whether it was at The Lively Hope Baptist Church or Salem Baptist Church. He always was very friendly and talkative. Our family offers condolences and prayers for your strength and comfort throughout these difficult times. Trust in GOD, he is the truth and the Light 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😔
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With heartfelt sadness i write this to my beloved brother in love Chuckee. You have been a constant inspiration and amazing brother in law for over 30 years in my life. I thank you for that. Your kind words are etched in my heart forever. Your work on earth is done well done thy good and faithful servant you have run an amazing race. Love you always. Val
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
