John L. Bland Jr.
John L. Bland Jr., 78, of West Alexander, died in his home Thursday, April 8, 2021, surrounded by his wife, two daughters, grandson, and his two dogs, Mikey and Dukie.
John was born December 2, 1942, in Cleveland, Ohio, a son of the late John L. “Chuck” Bland Sr. and Theresa Chvastsk Bland.
John served in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Airborne Division and later was a coal miner for 26 years and a retiree from Universal Stainless and Alloy.
He was a member of West Alexander United Methodist Church and the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed hunting with his best friend, Bill Fluharty, his brother Tom Bland, and other family members. John also loved golfing with his buddy, Bill and his brother, Tom.
He is survived by his loving wife, Linda A. Bland; two daughters, Donna (David) Smith of New Port Richey, Fla., and Debra Bland of Carnegie; two granddaughters, Jessica (Joe) Oxendine and Brittany Smith; one grandson, John L. Bland; two great-granddaughters, Mackenzie and Chelsea; a sister, Mary Ann (the late Bill) Hill; and a half-sister, Barbara (George) Tzankis; along with several nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by two sisters, Beverly (Johnny) Logosz and infant sister Linda Sue Bland; a brother, Tom (Donna, living) Bland; and a half-sister, Pat Bland.
Visitation for John will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 11, and from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, the time of service, Monday, April 12, in the West Alexander United Methodist Church, 58 North Liberty Street, West Alexander, PA 15376. There will be no graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pasco Young Marines, 7201 Congress Street, New Port Richey, FL 34653.
Arrangements are being handled by Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 219 Main Street, Claysville, PA 15323, (724) 663-7373.