Bland Funeral Homes

01/27/2026

We celebrate the life and legacy of Mr. Wasena Wooten, Sr., of Ettrick, who entered eternal rest on Friday, January 16, 2026.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Gilfield Baptist Church. 209 Perry Street, Petersburg, VA with Dr. George W. C. Lyons, Jr. , officiating. Public visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 29th at the funeral home.

The staff of Bland Funeral Homes extends heartfelt gratitude to the Wooten family for entrusting us with the care of their loved one. Please continue to keep the family lifted in prayer.

Bland Funeral Homes | Petersburg Chapel
137 Harrison Street | Petersburg, VA 23803
804-732-7841
www.blandfuneralhomes.com

01/27/2026

We honor the life and legacy of Selina Sharon Pearson, a proud United States Navy veteran who served her country with distinction for many years, completing assignments across the United States and overseas, including Hawaii, Korea, Bahrain, and Diego Garcia. Her dedication, leadership, and service reflected a life committed to excellence and care for others.

A Memorial Service celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, Virginia.

The staff of Bland Funeral Home sincerely thanks the Pearson family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements for their loved one. It is truly our honor to serve families during their time of remembrance.

📍 Bland Funeral Home
137 Harrison Street
Petersburg, VA 23803
📞 804-732-7841
🌐 www.blandfuneralhomes.com

Please continue to keep the Pearson family in your thoughts and prayers as they honor a life of service, love, and legacy.

01/23/2026

My daughter and grandbaby came by and paid me a visit today at work. That really made my day even better. Love my girls! ❤️🥰❤️

01/18/2026

01/14/2026

🕊️ Celebrating the Life of Mr. Albert Thomas 🕊️

With heartfelt sympathy, we announce the passing of Mr. Albert Thomas, who departed this life on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Chippenham Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, located at 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, VA.
Rev. Clarence M. Thweatt, Jr., Pastor of Mt. Hope Baptist Church, Prince George, will deliver the eulogy.
Interment will follow in the Jones Family Cemetery, North Prince George, Virginia.

Public visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Bland Funeral Home, Petersburg.

The Thomas family has entrusted funeral arrangements to the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, Virginia.
📞 804-732-7841 | 🌐 www.blandfuneralhomes.com

We thank the family for allowing Bland Funeral Home to serve them during this time of remembrance and honor.
Please keep the Thomas family lifted in prayer. 🙏

01/14/2026

🕊️ Celebrating the Life of Deacon Phillisco Raigns Walker 🕊️

With heartfelt sympathy, we announce the homegoing of Deacon Phillisco Raigns Walker.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Morning Star Baptist Church, located at 1660 Dupuy Road, Petersburg, VA. Interment will follow in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Virginia.

Public visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, VA.

The Walker family has entrusted funeral arrangements to the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, Virginia.
📞 804-732-7841 | 🌐 www.blandfuneralhomes.com

We thank the family for allowing Bland Funeral Home to serve them during this time of remembrance and honor.

Please continue to keep the Walker family lifted in prayer. 🙏

01/10/2026

These ladies are amazing! Thank you so much for your help today at Hopewell High School! You are appreciated!