Donald Ray Bland Jr.
October 04, 1989 - January 17, 2025
Chester, Virginia
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Donald Ray Bland Jr.
October 04, 1989 - January 17, 2025
Chester, Virginia
Obituary
Donald Ray Bland Jr., 35, of Chester, VA went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 17, 2025. He was born on October 4, 1989 in Petersburg, Virginia to Lisa Kay Donner. Ray was preceded in death by great grandparents, William and Willie Mae Poarch; great uncle, Buddy Dobson; and cousins Brenda and Sarah Faulkner.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 7 years, Shannon Bland; Daughter, Raychel Bland; son, Xander Bland; stepson, Chance Bevers; mother, Lisa Kay Donner (Randy); grandparents, Kay and Sam Williams; aunts, Samantha Minter (Chris) and Velda Williams (Lee); and cousins, Brandon, Brianna, Harley, Bubba, and Hunter.
Ray was a caring person who loved his family dearly. He loved being around people and having a good time. During his free time, he enjoyed watching football, especially his team, the Philadelphia Eagles. He loved his family gatherings and was always there for his family. Ray enjoyed listening to various genres of music and loved the beach where he felt free. He was an animal lover especially for his pup named Maddi. Ray will be greatly missed by his friends and family and those that knew him.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. Ray’s funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service. A celebration of life is to follow at Walthall Baptist Church
Visitation
- Date & Time: January 31, 2025 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
- Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 275-7828
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: February 1, 2025 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
- Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 275-7828
Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: February 1, 2025 (12:00 PM)
- Venue: Walthall Baptist Church
- Location: 14001 Woods Edge Rd Colonial Heights, VA 23834 - (Get Directions)
7 responses to Donald Ray Bland Jr.
Sharra Worthington says:
January 21, 2025
Sending you all of the love you need to go through this most heartbreaking time. So very sorry for your enormous loss of your beloved son.
Debra belchef ricks says:
January 22, 2025
Praying for you an your family
Elizabeth Forbes says:
January 22, 2025
ryp Hun tell Austin mamma loves him y’all 2 try not to have 2 much fun
Kristen Yeagle says:
January 23, 2025
Sending love and prayers to the family! Rest easy Ray.. you will be missed 🪽
Ron Bessent says:
January 26, 2025
Sam and Kay: I am so very sorry to hear about your grandson, I know this a great loss for you and your family. Please know that Linda and I are thinking of you both at this sad time. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family.
Ron