BORN

1948

DIED

2017

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Drake & Son Funeral Home

5303 North Western Ave

Chicago, Illinois

Calvin Bland Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 10, 2017.

Calvin Bland, 69, passed at home on December 8, 2017. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 32 years, Renee Bland. He had an adoring family of daughters, a son, grand and great –grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, sisters and a brother. He was educated at De La Salle High School then went on to achieve a B.A. and B.S. at Eastern New Mexico University and B.A. in Criminal Justice from University of Texas, El Paso, he also attended Lewis University College of Law to become a Paralegal. He specialized in Legal and Medical Law. The American concepts or realities that create individualism within thoughts; that is, the dualism of ideas and reasoning which makes society what it is. Therefore, America is the great change which its people think to be freedom best. He loved chess, National Wildlife and was a member of the National Rifle Association. He was an avid traveler and went to London, Paris, Spain, Portugal, Amsterdam, Germany, The Bahamas and many other places throughout the world. Visitation to be held Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 8-12am at Drake and Son Funeral Home, 5303 N Western Avenue, Chicago IL, 60625. Funeral Service at the funeral home at 12am. Interment at Graceland Cemetery, Chicago. For more information call 773-561-6874.

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December 13, 2017

Dana Puckett

As I think back to my youth, I will always remember the take no mess' stance you had. But most importantly, the fond memories including you making sure my mom, myself and my siblings were ok and the weekend sleepovers at your house hanging out with Kelly. As years went on, I've often wondered what happened to you and hoped to see you again but never under these circumstances. Though the whys remain unknown, I'm glad I was able to see you one last time.
May you rest in eternal peace.
Renee, may you have comfort in the challenging days ahead and hold on to the everlasting memories you've shared here on earth.

December 12, 2017

Lynette Bland-Garcia

Calvin I will miss you dearly. There are a lot of fond and loving memories I have of you. You taught me how to play chess. You had a marble chess set and I commented on how great it looked. You told me if I bet you in a chess game you would give me that set.You let me win! you were true to your word and gave me that marble chess set. I displayed that chess set on living room table. Another fond me of you is when Gesha was a little girl and she was sick I day care, you rode on a kid's bike to go and pick her up. So many great memories that will warm my heart everytime I think of you. Rest in piece, your sister Lynette

December 12, 2017

April Morgan

Uncle Calvin had a sparkle to his eyes that I will never forget. Its been over 20 years since our last encounter but a moment in time I will hold dear to my heart.

My condolences to Renee and family.

December 12, 2017

Veronica Lopez

Calvin,my oldest brother you will always be in my heart and I love you much .Rest in peace .,


Love Ronnie

December 12, 2017

Veronica Lopez

Calvin,my oldest brother you will always be in my heart and I love you much .Rest in peace .,


Love Ronnie

December 12, 2017

Benin Bryant

"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." - Philippians 4:8
King James Version (KJV)

Goodbye Uncle

December 12, 2017

Gesha-Marie Bland-Sebrien

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

December 12, 2017

Lynda Puckett-Bland

God's special gift to us all: the gift of peace. When we are at peace, we find the freedom to be most fully who we are,even in the worst of times . We let go of what is nonessential and embrace what is essential. We empty ourselves so that God may more fully work within us. And we become instruments in the hands of the Lord."
-Joseph Cardinal Bernardin, The Gift Of Peace
Love ❤ you my Brother Calvin Bland RIP

December 11, 2017

Sheneill Fitzpatrick

Now cracks a noble heart. Good-night, sweet prince;
And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.
To die, to sleep.To sleep, perchance to dream. I bid to thee a fond farewell.

Your loving baby sister.

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