Wm Wesley Bland of Tampa, Florida passed away on March 29, 2017 at 4:02 a.m. at his home.Wesley left this world forever with his wife and sister-in-law Jackie Thibault at his side.He was a Chamberlain Chief who retired from the City of Tampa Parks Department and worked part-time at Bealls Department Store-Northdale.He was a non-denominational Christian, a Free Mason and a member of the National Rifle Association.He is survived by Wife, Paula Dunigan Bland, sister Sharon Stipanovich (Coleman), uncle Armand Jordan (Mary Ann), step-brother John Misiak (Terry), nieces, nephews, cousins, step-brothers, step-sisters, in laws, other extended family and fur babies Pootie and Baby Girl.He was predeceased by parents: Imogene Jordan Barber (Ronald) and William R. Bland (Janet) and fur babies Beakie and Mr. Boy.

He had suffered for months and the pain and suffering finally came to a close.We take comfort in knowing that he is back with his side-kick, Imogene. He wanted no tears, only celebration, so please join us in celebrating the great life that he lived.Wesley loved people, cooking, decorating, watching sports, fishing, hunting and telling stories.He was a man comfortable with himself and his choices and was as happy skinning a deer as he was walking through an office full of people to deliver a feathery gift bag to a dear female friend.Wes was one of a kind who shared many good times with all of us.Each and every one of you were a part of his life and shared in those good times and in creating those memories.Each and every one of you added something special to his life story.Be proud to have added those memories and proud that you were a part of his grand life, he was so proud that each and every one of you were a piece in his puzzle of life.

A memorial service will take place 4 pm Thursday, April 6th at the chapel of MacDonald Funeral Home, 10520 N. Florida Ave, Tampa 33612.The family will visit with friends one hour prior to service.

Please join us in having a celebratory drink in his honor following the service (or do so on your own at a later time) at Uncle Fats Tavern at Florida and Fletcher so we can raise a glass, bottle or can for him.Please note that the celebration at Uncle Fats Tavern will be one of self-pay.

Send flowers if you wish or make a donation in his name to the children's home that we supported:Everyday Blessings, 13129 Saint Francis Lane, Thonotosassa, Florida33592.




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