The Bland grave

This afternoon I took a moment of silence at the grave of my great great grandfather, John Richard Bland and his third wife, Annie Maria Bland. It felt good to be able to show my respects to them especially after I felt I got to know them through my family research.

Also special was the memorial plaque to my great uncle, Robert William Bland who died of wounds during World War 1. 

The grave of John and Annie Bland. Purewa Cemetery, Auckland.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)

The grave of John and Annie Bland. Purewa Cemetery, Auckland.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)

Gravestones on John and Annie Bland's grave.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)

In loving memory of John Richard, beloved husband of Annie M Bland,
died 31 Mar 1918 aged 81 years. Until the day breaks.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)

Robert William, beloved son of J R and A M Bland
Killed in action in France, 7 Sept 1918, aged 41 years.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)

John and Annie's grave lies in a peaceful section of the old cemetery.
(Photo by K Bland 2016)