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Stacey Bland

Sep 7, 1963 – Sep 18, 2021

Service Details

Funeral: Saturday, October 2, 2021  10:00am

Visitation: Saturday, October 2, 2021 9:00am – 10:00am

Location: St. Paul Baptist Church, 1123 Center St., Racine, WI.

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Racine, WI – Stacey Bland, age 58, answered The Call of his Loving Savior on Saturday, September 18, 2021, in Racine, Wisconsin, after an illness.  He was born on September 7, 1963, in Racine, Wisconsin.  He was the youngest of five children born to Willie and Ruby (nee: Miller) Bland.

Stacey accepted Christ as his Savior and became a member of Mount Eagle Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Charles E. Thornhill.  He later united with St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby. He was a devoted Christian and active church member, including singing in the male chorus and praise team.

Stacey married his soul mate, his steadfast rock, and his inspiration, Karlos (nee: Graham) Bland. He loved being with his family and friends, often traveling to visit them. You usually found Stacey with a smile on his face, saying a kind word, teasing, laughing, and joking. Stacey always encouraged others to be involved in life-he had a way of bringing out the best in you.

 Stacey attended Racine public schools from pre-school to high school. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1981. At Park, Stacey played basketball and volleyball. In 1980, Stacey was selected to the 1st team, All South Shore Conference boys’ basketball team, and in 1981, he was selected to the 2nd team, Racine County boys’ basketball team. He was also one of Washington Park High School’s representatives to Badger Boys State in 1980.

After high school, Stacey attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where he played on the men’s basketball teams. He was a member of the 1983-84 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s basketball team that earned the school’s first NCAA Division III Championship. The team was inducted into the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 2019.

In 1986, Stacey graduated from UW-Whitewater with a bachelor’s degree in communications. He was chosen as the university’s outstanding African-American student in the College of Letters and Science that year. Stacey remained active in sports in his later years, particularly basketball and golf. He coached youth basketball and served as a referee. Golf was one of his passions, which he played often.

Stacey worked for national and local companies, such as Badger Meter, CNH Capital, and Modine Manufacturing, primarily in sales and customer service positions. He was always actively involved in the community. In 1999, Stacey was an inaugural graduate of the Racine Leadership training program. He also participated in other civic, church, and social functions, such as serving as a featured speaker at a Racine Black History Youth Achievement Awards Program in 1998 and co-chairman of the 2004 Martin Luther King Prayer Breakfast.

Stacey Bland was not only a wonderful husband, but a wonderful father, grandfather, best friend, colleague…and so much more.

He will be missed more than words can express.

Stacey leaves to cherish his loving wife Karlos Bland of Racine, WI.; daughters Dominique (Rickey Walls) Meeks of Minnetonka, MN., LaTasha (Phillip Henley) Fenderson of Racine, WI. and Rayna Graham of Charlotte, NC.; sons LaVontay (Markisha) Fenderson of Racine, WI. and LaQuan (Ashley) Fenderson of Milwaukee, WI.; 11 grandchildren; brothers Willie Bland of San Diego, CA., and Toney (Tina) Bland of Aldie, VA.; sisters Joyce (John) Hereford of Beloit, WI., Cynthia Holston of Waldorf, MD., and Geraldine Stokes of Shubuta, MS.; father-in-law William (Bell) Graham of Ripley, MS; brothers-in-law Lee (Janice) Graham, Stanley Knox and Tony (Tina) Speight all of Ripley, MS.; sister-in-law Wanda Graham of Toledo, OH.; many nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, and many dear friends. He was also very fond of his dogs, Buca, Knight and Max.

Stacey was preceded in death by his father and mother Willie and Ruby Bland; his grandparents Daniel Bland, Della Bland Jackson, Robert Miller, and Lucy Miller; God sister Vanessa Davis and his mother-in-law Lillie Graham.

A Celebration of His Life will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021  10:00am at St. Paul Baptist Church, 1123 Center St., Racine, WI. Visitation will be in the church from 9:00am until the time of service. Interment will follow the service in Graceland Cemetery.

Facial coverings and social distancing guidelines must be followed at all times while in the church.

 

 

Guestbook Entries

  3. Timmy Hill says

    Sending my prayers and condolences to the family. Stacey was always modest and had a humble spirit and always willing help. He was truly a friend indeed!

  4. Janet Bland says

    My Dear Cousin Stacey you will forever be missed. I love you and until we meet again on the other side.. Rest on! ❤️

  6. Cherri Chambliss says

    To Karlos & the Bland family~sending my heartfelt condolences to you. I will miss Stacey’s kind spirit & infectious smile. May God’s love give you comfort & peace.

  9. Gracie G Witherspoon says

    To the family of Stacy Bland I pray for your comfort and strength to get you through this sad and trying time. I am sending out my heart felt condolences.

  12. DorothyMGreen says

    Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family and praying for strength and peace during this difficult time.

  13. Demetre Miller says

    My dear cousin will be truly missed. Sending my sincere prayers and condolences to his loving wife, Karlos and the rest of the family.

  15. Renée Victoria RileyBaynes says

    Sending My Condolences to the Bland Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Stacey was one of the nicest people that I had an opportunity to go to high school with. RIP MY FRIEND

  18. John Moore says

    To the Bland family sorry for your loss. Stacy was one of the best person I have ever known. Rest In Peace my friend.

  19. Kindal Turner says

    I just seen about his passing earlier and I’m at awe right now. My condolences to the Bland family.

  21. Tonya Wilson says

    Sending my condolences and prayers to you Karla & the Bland family. Stacey was such a warm-spirited person who will be missed dearly. May God grant you all strength.

  23. Lillian Brown says

    My deepest and sincerest condolences. May God provide you with all the strength and endurance you need to get through this tough time.

  25. Cynthia White says

    My deepest condolences and prayers goes out to the Bland family on the loss of their loved ones…R.I.P Stacy Bland you will truly be missed.

  27. Ray McNeal says

    Sending Heartfelt condolences to the Bland family, You were a friend and a brother. Your love for young people to mentor, shape and guide will never be forgotten.
    Ray and Darlene Mc Neal RIP bro.

  30. Ann Hearn - Memphis, TN says

    He’s only gone on ahead of you,
    Not just left you behind.
    Although you can’t be with him right now,
    He lives on in your heart and mind.

    The day will come when you’ll meet again
    On Heaven’s distant shore,
    And the two of you will walk hand in hand
    Together forever more.

    Author unknown

    Because of his kindness and gentle soul Stacey as well as all of you will always have a place in my heart.
    May the Lord continue to bless you all in this time of bereavement.

  31. Rochell Tate says

    I am so sorry to hear the news of Stacy passing. He was always a good friend to our whole family. Prayers to the entire Bland family, love always & forever the Rochell Tate (Mullen) family. May God bless & keep u ALL!!!

  32. Cheri J Asinas says

    Rest in peace Stacey, prayers and love to you Karlos and your family, know the good Lord and Stacey are always with you!

  33. Rose M Turner-Hooker says

    Karlos, the Graham and the Bland families . I’m sending my sincere heartfelt sympathy and condolences. May Our God comfort you on this journey as you take one day at a time. Treasure the prescious time you both shared. I’ve sat where you sit. GOD IS ABLE

  38. Aunt Helen Miller says

    Nephew so sorry to hear of your passing I send out my condolences to all the family your brothers and sisters, Sam, Joyce, Cynthia, and Tony. May God bless you and keep all of you in his ever loving care I love you all
    From your
    Aunt Helen Miller

  39. Mary Lueneburg says

    My sympathy to all who knew Stacey. Stacey was the kindest, most polite, friendliest, and thoughtful person. I have known Stacey since his high school days at Park.

  40. LISA FARR says

    TO PRECIOUS DOMINIQUE AND YOUR CHILDREN AS WELL AS THE BLAND FAMILY PRAYING FOR YOU ALL MAY THE DEAR LORD COMFORT YOU ALL FOR ONLY HE IS ABLE ONE DAY AT A TIME I LOVE YOU DOMINIQUE GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏❤

  41. Coach Hayes says

    To the Bland family you have my deepest condolences in this time of sorrow prayers will see you through.

  43. Karla Bidstrup says

    I knew Stacey in High School.. He was so kind to me. I’m so sorry for your loss. RIP Stacey.

  44. Lynn Booker says

    Our prayers and condolences to the Bland Family in the loss of Stacey very sweet and humble a great friend of our family you will be truly missed.
    RIP 😇 🙏🏽❤
    The Booker Family

  46. Sena Ford Sweargen says

    My prayers and condolences to the Bland family. Stacey was one of God’s best men! Always kind and a positive spirit!

  47. Coach Sager says

    Great Family lead by Mrs. Ruby Bland. Stacey- “Classy; Dependable: Responsible: Wonderful Smile” – GONE TO YOUNG. My heart goes. out to his wife and children .

  49. Katherine Fremont (aunt Katherine) says

    To Karlos and the rest of the family my neiices and nephews. Iam very sorry that I won’t be able to make it out there because of health problems but I want you to know how much I love you all and my prayers are with you at this time and my heart is so heavy right now ,but as the scripture at John chapter 5 verses 28 and 29 helps u us to to know just a little while longer and we will see our dear love one again when Jesus will call all those in the memorial tomb by name to come on out the Same way he did his friend Lazarus I am praying for us all

  51. Evelyn Smith Griffin says

    Karlos and Stacy I have known you both you guys were the best relationship that I have seen in a long time .I’m so so sorry for your loss Karlos Stacy was an awesome person. He is now God’s angel who went home so that he could continue to watch over each and everyone of you guys. I love you my condolences to all of you .❤❤❤👏🏿🌹

  53. Tracye Dyess says

    Sending love, prayers and condolences to my Sister Karlos, the Bland and Fenderson family. I know the love and friendship the two of you shared. May his memory never fade I. Your hearts and minds. I’ll miss you Stacey and will send your 7up Cake to heaven every birthday.

  54. Jackie Thomas says

    So sorry for your loss. May the memories comfort you at this time. Praying for you and family.

  55. Mark P Duckworth says

    To my cousin, I have always admired and looked up to you since we were kids. I’ll never forget the times you would come home from school and I would be waiting for you in your room looking through your scrapbook and closet trying to figure out what basketball shoes you were wearing so I could get the same pair. Classy, Humble, caring, and a man with integrity is how I will remmember you. Have a peaceful journey cousin and i’ll see you at the crossroads,

  56. Jeff Funderburg says

    I want to extend my deepest sympathy to the Bland family. Stacey was a brilliantly bright shining star like the rest of you. I was beyond saddened to hear of his passing and feel blessed to have recently been able to see him after nearly three decades. Even when we were much younger, it was clear what kind of man Stacey would become…a blessing to all he touched.

    Love and peace to his wife and children, Tony, Cynthia, Joyce and Sam. You’re all forever in my heart.

  62. Lemont J Allen says

    To the Stacy Bland family. It was a treat to know and work with you in some sporting events. Your family has my prayers.

  63. Darlene & Ronald Stinson says

    Dearest Karlos and the entire Bland Family, our heartfelt condolences on the transition of Stacey who always had a caring and kind word for everyone. He will certainly be missed, but never forgotten. Our prayers are with you and your family.
    Darlene and Ronald Stinson

  65. Mary Jeffries and the Bedford Family says

    Our heartfelt condolences go out to Carlos and the entire family. May God grant the family peace and unspeakable joy during this most difficult time. He was truly a remarkable young
    man who was loved by everyone!

  66. Dr. Queen Hart, Atlanta Georgia says

    Sending my sincere condolences and prayers to the entire Bland family. Stacy will be missed!

  68. Daris J Hodges says

    Karlos know that God will comfort you and give you strength during your darkest hours. I give you my sincerest and deepest condolences. Know that you aren’t alone.

  69. Jerome Tatum says

    Sending Prayers to Karlos and the Bland family. Stacey Bland…on and off the court #atrueracinelegend! RIP

  70. Nola Starling-Ratliff says

    What an awesome young man! He went beyond the call of duty to help others. He cared about others! God has welcomed another angel to his throne. Praying for his family!

  73. Viola Thomas Jennimgs says

    Our deepest condolences goes out to the Bland Family. You always wore such a beautiful smile. If it was ever a great guy, it would be you Stacy!!!! You will be missed❤🙏

  75. Wally Singleton says

    Condolences to Karlos and the Bland family. May God provide you with some comfort during these trying times. Stacy was a great person.

  76. John Brey says

    So sorry to hear this, Stacey you were a great teammate and loved talking with you. My prayers to your family.

  77. Mary Lueneburg says

    My sympathy to all who knew Stacey Stacey was the kindest, most polite, friendliest, and thoughtful person. I have known Stacey since his high school days at Park.

  79. Russell Howard, Jr. says

    To the Bland family, I send you all my condolences, prayers and thoughts.
    I remember Stacey and his siblings coming to Omaha and visiting you guys in Racine. Stacey was always very cool to hang with and talk to. I miss those times. Rest In Peace Stacey. Your cousin, Rusty

  80. Cindy Martin says

    To the family and friends of Stacey

    Keep your precious memories dear to your heart of a truly kind and caring individual. His quiet and caring personality will be truly missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace Stacey.

    Cindy Martin

  81. Ginger (Nyboe) Laveau says

    Stacey was a classmate of mine at both Park and UW-Whitewater. Always a smile on his face and a wonderful friend to all who knew him. My sympathy to his family during this difficult time. Rest in peace, my friend.

  84. Kevin Bostick says

    God has blessed you with your wings. Rest on brother Bland. You will truly be missed. Until we meet again.

  88. Ricky Jones says

    My Brother, the Lord allowed us to share life with friends whose friendships endured down through the years. You will be missed. Our prayers cover your family and pray that the Lord give them “peace that surpasses all understanding.”

  89. Ricky Jones, SR. says

    My Brother, the Lord allowed us to share life with friends whose friendships endured down through the years. You will be missed. Our prayers cover your family and pray that the Lord give them “peace that surpasses all understanding.”

  96. Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says

    Karlos and family, we pray God’s comfort, peace, and healing. Even in times such as these there is still hope in God. Stacy was truly a man who exemplified integrity. We uplift your family to God in prayer. Sincere condolences.

  97. Les Higgenbottom says

    RIP Stacey and to our family it was an honor being family and friend with him.
    Les Higgenbottom

  107. Dale Easley says

    Sending condolences and prayers to bland family rip stacy you will be missed you were a good respected person rest easy my friend 🙏

  111. Maggie Cobb says

    With heartfelt sympathy to the family Stacey will be missed that contagious smile and his kind demeanor .May memories comfort you during this difficult time.

  112. John "Juggy Chalms" Chalberg says

    Stacey, you will be missed. I thought of you often. You were funny, kind and caring. You’re hangin’ with Kevin Cronin again.

    Prayers for comfort and strength to your family and friends.

    Peace my friend,

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