BLAND, Walter Joseph – At The Bridge Hospice in Warkworth on Saturday, April 19, 2014, Walter Bland, formerly of Norwood, in his 77th year. Former husband of Shirley Bongard. Dear father of Janice Rutherford (Roy) of Healey Falls, Karen Sole (Mark) of Peterborough, Stephen Bland (Anya) and Gordon Bland, both of Edmonton and Gregory Bland (Lynn) of Nova Scotia. Walter will be missed by his eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Brother of Marlene Bigelow and Debra Garner. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Private family arrangements entrusted to the BRETT FUNERAL CHAPEL, HAVELOCK. If desired, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.