Mrs. Doris Jean Bland, 76, of Pittsboro, NC died Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at home surrounded by her daughters following a prolonged illness. Doris Jean was born in Pittsboro on February 25, 1935, the only daughter of Vonnie Cook Bland and Mary Cornelia Harris Bland. Doris was educated at Pittsboro High School, and spent her career working with her predeceased husband, Dr. Lowell Williams in his dental office. Doris Jean later retired from Nations Bank Bank of America, and most recently home daycare provider to many children.
Survivors include her daughters, Denice Williams Bryant, Deanna Williams, and daughter and son-in-law, Terry and Ashley Williams Bryant; grandchildren Amber Clegg, Josh Bryant, Guy Bryant, Grayson Bryant, and Ross Bryant; great grandchildren Kaitlyn Bryant, Aiden Bryant, and Haleigh Bryant. Mrs. Bland is also survived by first cousins, Joe McManus and Rachel Jean Gray.
Visitation will be held at the Hall-Wynne Funeral Home in Pittsboro on Thursday, April 21 from 6-8pm. Family will receive family and friends at the home of Terry and Ashley Bryant, 261 Ruth Lane, Pittsboro. The service to celebrate her life will be conducted by Pastor Rodney Staley of Joy Baptist Church and Reverend Ray Gooch of Brown’s Chapel United Methodist Church on Friday, April 22 at 2pm. Interment will be held at the Joy Baptist Church cemetery following the service. Immediately following the graveside service, we invite you for a time of fellowship in Joy’s Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Trust Fund make checks payable to this name
Memo: Doris Jean Bland
UNC-Chapel Hill
Physician Office Building, 170 Manning Drive, 1st Floor Suites 1185
CB#7236
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7236
Online condolences may be viewed at: www.hallwynne.com, select “Obits & Guest Books” then “Current Services”.
Arrangements are under the care of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service and Cremation, Pittsboro, NC.
Phil Smith
April 20, 2011 at 12:00 amDenise, Deanna & Ashley,
I am truly sorry to hear the loss of Ms. Doris Jean. She was like a second mother to me growing up and I will miss her! She always made me Smile and made sure none of us left her house hungry on Sunday afternoons!! Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you and the family and God is watching over her now. May God Bless You and give you strength through this difficult time.
Natalie Miller
April 20, 2011 at 12:00 amMrs. Doris Jean was one beautiful woman inside and out. I loved her and so did many others including my cousin “Trey Andrews” whom which she kept as a child. I remember that he would still want to go see “Granny Doris” after he was older. She was so sweet. I know she will be missed by many. I will be thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers…with love.
Archie Durham
April 20, 2011 at 12:00 amMy deepest regrets and condolences to the family on the passing of this beautiful lady and wonderful person.
wilma williams
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amDenise, Deanna, Ashley
Your Mom will be greatly missed..she has joined her
friends Edye and Nancy in Heaven. May ya’ll take comfort…
she’s no longer in pain.
Becky Johnson
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amTo the family of Grannie Doris,
My niece always spoke of Grannie Doris. She watched Logan and Reagan Mize when they were little. Genie always talked and talked about what a great lady she was and how she was so fortunate to have such a wonderful person watching her children while Genie worked and never had to worry about them being taken care of. I met Grannie Doris one time and was so impressed with her and the love for all the children she watched over. I know she will be missed by everyone. May God bless,
Genie’s Aunt Becky
Sheila Fogleman Pendergrass
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amYou all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Love in Christ,
Sheila & Family
Ann Nooe C'de Baca
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amMy prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. My memories of your beautiful mother are still very much alive. I worked in the dentisit office during the summers back in the ’60’s so Doris Jean could get some time with you.
All the best and prayers,
Ann
Robbin Burnette Taylor
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amDenice,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember when we were young, going to your house and Mrs. Doris Jean spoiling me while there. She will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carolyn Swaim Parker
April 21, 2011 at 12:00 amI will always remember Doris Jean fondly. My prayers and sympathy go out to her daughters, grandchildren, other family and friends.
HS & Peggy Williams
April 22, 2011 at 12:00 amDeanna and Family
Doris was a wonderful person… she held my hand so many times while your Dad worked on my teeth. I remember you in Marty’s wedding… so pretty in pink. Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Much love, HS & Peggy Williams
Robyn Farmer
April 22, 2011 at 12:00 amDear Denice,
I Love you and I am so sorry about your mom. I Loved her for the woman she was by raising you to be the person you are. I also loved her as the beautiful person she was inside. I will miss her phone calls every night they were SPECIAL. I am here for you and your sisters.
LOVE,Robyn
The Farmer's
April 22, 2011 at 12:00 amDenice, Ashley, Deanna,
Our deepest condolences are with you today in the loss of your MOTHER. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robyn, Lee and Alicen Farmer
Heather Caldwell Hadley
April 22, 2011 at 12:00 amDenice, Deanna and Ashley,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Doris Jean had an amazing ability to make everyone feel like part of the family. She will be sorely missed.
I hope you find peace knowing she is in a better place.
Heather
Teresa Lynch
April 23, 2011 at 12:00 amMy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
GENE / LINDA HARRIS
April 23, 2011 at 12:00 amFriends with faimly and Grandson GUY BRYANTthru business. Sorry to hear about your loss. She will be missed by many that she loved, but just know there is a BETTER place for us to go when we live this world; and it is available to any that will ask. Living for the LORD. May GOD continue to bless the family. Gene,Linda Harris & family.
Linda King
April 23, 2011 at 12:00 amDenice, Josh,& Guy
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss of Mother and Granny. Doris Jean’s love touched many. She was a classy lady that greeted you with a smile and offered to feed you each time you dropped by. Our prayer for your family is that you find comfort in each other as God carries you through this sad time.
Linda & Jim King and Family
Samantha Hanebeck
April 26, 2011 at 12:00 amI had the complete honour of meeting and spending time with your mum, grandmum and special friend. She was a caring and loving individual. Praying for you all. She is now at rest with Our Lord and Saviour
Iris
May 1, 2011 at 12:00 amAsh, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Your mom was so wonderful, sweet, and kind she will be missed. Love you girl, Iris