Mary M. Bland, 67, of Peoria Heights, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at UnityPoint Health Proctor. Mary was diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer in July of 2017. She fought courageously throughout her battle.
She was born on December 6, 1952 in Peoria to William and Betty (Croy) Osborn. She married David Bland on May 3, 1999 in Gatlinburg, TN.
He survives along with one daughter, Leigh Ann Osborn of West Peoria; step-son, Nicholas (Sarah) Bland of Elmwood; step- grandchildren, Maddux, Grayson and Emersyn; brother, William “Bill” (Diane) Osborn; sister, Jane (Mike) Gleason; sister in law, Linda Osborn; many nieces and nephews; and mother in laws, Shirley Bland and Dorothy Bland.
She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Victoria Leigh Watts; and brother, Thomas Osborn.
Mary enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs, planting flowers, decorating, spending time with her dog, Keenland and camping.
She was a bartender for many years. Mary last worked at the VFW in Peoria Heights for 10 years, where a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Per her wishes, cremation rites have been accorded.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mary’s name may be made to Illinois CancerCare, 8940 Wood Sage Rd, Peoria, IL 61615.
Online condolences may be made at www.davison-fulton.com
