James "Jay" Bland's obituary , Passed away on January 14, 2026 in Kennesaw, Georgia

James "Jay" Bland

November 25, 1966 - January 14, 2026 (59 years old)

Kennesaw, Georgia

James "Jay" Bland's obituary , Passed away on January 14, 2026 in Kennesaw, Georgia
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James "Jay" Bland

November 25, 1966 - January 14, 2026 (59 years old)

Kennesaw, Georgia

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James Bland Obituary

The passing of James Bland (Kennesaw, Georgia), born in Marietta, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 14, 2026 at the age of 59. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though James may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his father James Lamar Bland. He is survived by: his wife Vivian Perry Bland; his mother Gail Casey Bland of Kennesaw, Georgia; his siblings, Jeffrey Bland of Kennesaw and Jennifer Salvemini (Nate Salvemini) of Kennesaw; and his nieces and nephews, Tess, Jayce and Nico Salvemini of Kennesaw.

His contributions to the arts were recognized in the acclaimed Foxfire Books, and he was featured in Cobb Life and Tennessee Crossroads.



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Tue

Jan 27

Committal service

3000 Cemetery St, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Sat

Jan 31

Visitation

Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home
2950 Cobb Pkwy N, Kennesaw, GA 30152

Sat

Jan 31

Celebration of life

Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home
2950 Cobb Pkwy N, Kennesaw, GA 30152

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