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Cora Geneva Bland

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Cora Geneva Bland, 90, of Rogers passed away Nov. 16, 2013, in her home. She was born April 2, 1923, in Bentonville, the daughter of Lon and Cora Holcomb. Geneva was a member of Methodist Church; she also loved quilting, cooking and sharing good times with her family. An artist and published poet, the accomplishments of her life are too many to list. She is preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, James A. "Lonnie" Bland Sr.; brothers, Everette, Kenneth, Lloyd; and sister, Lena Smith. Survived by her children, Betty Jean Bland, Jim Bland and wife, Sally, and Bobby Bland and wife, Terry; six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Graveside services 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, at Bland Cemetery, with Jim Bland officiating. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. Fourth, Rogers, Ark. Online condolence to www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com.

Published November 19, 2013

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