Obituary of Darren Bland

Darren, who many people knew as “Pugsley” was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Many people knew that he was very passionate about the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was a devoted fan. Growing up in Camden New Jersey, he attended Dudley and Francis X McGraw Schools. The family move out of Camden to Berlin New Jersey where he attended Edgewood Regional Jr. and Sr. High School in Atco New Jersey. He started his adult career as short order cook for various restaurants in Philadelphia. He worked for Car Pool, Meineke Lube, Holman Ford, Holman BMW and Mini Cooper, Auto Sport all as a Detailer. Pugsley loved his family and family get togethers. At any given time he would show up at your door with various gifts for anyone. Everyone can say that they received a precious gift from Pugs. He spent a majority of his spare time helping his mother and other family members. Pugsley enjoyed cooking on the grilled especially around the holidays. He leaves to mourn his devoted and loving Mother Gwendolyn Bland, Brother-Gary Goldsboro, Sister-Patricia Bland, Brother-Glenn Goldsboro, Brother-Michael Bland, and Sister-Erika Bland. His Aunt Janet and Uncle James Skerrett, Uncle Lance Horsey, Aunt Alberta Arthur, Nephews Corey, Jaylon, and Michael Jr. Nieces Danielle, Tamyra, Natoria, and Brittany, Great-Nieces Savannah and Ariyanna. He also leaves a host of cousins whom he absolutely adored. A forever heartfelt void that can never be filled. Pugsley will surely be missed by one and all.