Thomas James Bland Sr.
, North Carolina
Tj was ordained as an Episcopal Deacon. He was adopted by the Late W.A and Kittie Bland. Tj joined the army and proudly served as a Green Beret in the Vietnam war. He also served as a captain and safety officer with the Battleground Volunteer Fire Department for 21 years. Tj also worked full time as corporate Vice President with Seawell Realty and Insurance company. He loved his work as a Deacon and as an insurance agent giving 100 in everything he did. During his life on earth Tj loved all of the churches he served at as a Deacon . He also ran a food pantry for those in need and would often cook meals for the church members. Tj spent his freetime hunting and fishing with his son Jim. These are memories that Jim treasures and will hold onto. Tj is survived by his son Thomas J. Bland…