Allen Brainered Bland, 68, of Christiansburg, died, Monday, March 15, 2021.
He was born on March 28, 1952, to the late Harvey Lee and Virginia Epperly Bland.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Collins Bland; brothers Fred Bland and Edward Bland; and sisters Linda Barker and Barbara Spradlin.
Allen was a hard-working man who provided for his family and loved his children and grandchildren deeply.
He is survived by his daughters, Tina East and Trish Bland; grandchildren Ethan Slusser and Breanna East; brother Phillip Bland; special niece Elicia Bland; aunt Louise McGuire; and cousin Fran Cecil.
Special thanks to the Medical Care Unit at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, especially Christin Smith, for their care and compassion during Mr. Bland’s illness.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 2 p.m. at Den Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Buford Linkous officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family greatly appreciates donations to help offset medical expenses. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg.
