George W. Taylor
Mar 18, 2026
George W. Taylor, III of Clinton, MD transitioned March 18, 2026.
Friends may visit with the family Wednesday, March 25th from 10 am until time of memorial service at 11 am in The Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD 20640. Interment private.
Michael Andre Williams
Mar 15, 2026
Michael Andre Williams of Washington, DC transitioned March 15, 2026.
Friends may visit with the family Thursday, March 26th from 10 am until time of memorial service at 11 am in The Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD 20640. Interment private.
Diane P. Barker
Mar 11, 2026
Diane P. Barker of White Plains, MD transitioned March 11, 2026.
Friends may visit with the family Friday, March 27 from 10 am until time of funeral service at 11 am at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1510 9th Street NW Washington, DC. Interment immediately to follow at National Harmony Memorial Park, Landover, MD.
Marion H. Barbour
2026
Marion Hattie Barnes Barbour was born on November 17, 1925, to the late Hattie Scott and Edward Barnes in McConchie, MD. She was the ninth of eleven children born to her parents. She was educated in Charles County, MD public schools and graduated from Bel Alton High School, Bel Alton, MD. She peacefully completed her journey of 100 years on...
George C. Artis
2026
George C. Artis, 82 of Indian Head, Maryland.
George Artis was born on June 27, 1943, in Eden, North Carolina, to the late Cleo Artis and Corina Scales Artis Spencer. From an early age, George was guided by a strong faith, and his devotion never wavered, reading his Bible each day remained an important part of his daily routine.
George was preceded...
Christina Harris-Jones
Mar 7, 2026
Christina, of La Plata, Maryland, transitioned peacefully on March 7, 2026, surrounded by those who love her.
Christina was known for her courage and strong will, qualities that defined her life and inspired everyone around her. She faced life’s challenges with determination and grace, never wavering in her strength or conviction.
Christina graduated from Oxon Hill High School in 1993 and continued...
Shirley Ann Proctor
Mar 5, 2026
Shirley Ann Proctor was born to the late Morris and Agnes Proctor May 4, 1939. She peacefully transitioned in her home on March 5, 2026.
Shirley grew up on a farming Indian Head, Maryland with her parents and siblin􀀂, where there was lots of live and fun. she attended Charles County School System. On September 28, 1963 Shirley married William Roy...
Andre Odell Abney, Sr.
Mar 5, 2026
Andre Odell Abney, Sr., 54, of King George, VA, was called home on Wednesday, March 5, 2026, he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. After a year and half fight with cancer. Andre was born on February 2, 1972, in Cheverly, MD to Anthony and Alfreda Abney. He grew up in Washington, DC with his brothers, sisters...
Eleanor Simms
Mar 3, 2026
With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Eleanor Simms, announces her peaceful passing on March 3,2026 at the age of 98.
Eleanor was born Eleanora Westerband on November 5, 1927, to the late Elias Westerband and Mary Rebecca Richards, in Christiansted, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. She was the youngest of four brothers, Oliver, Octavius,...
William Antonio Richardson, Sr.
Mar 3, 2026
William Antonio Richardson, Sr., a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin, peacefully transitioned on March 3, 2026, at the age of 69. He was born on January 5, 1957, in Cheverly, Maryland to William Richardson (deceased) and Hester Richardson. Throughout his life, William was known for his honesty, kindness, and willingness to lend a helping hand to...
Jeffery Louis Ragland
Mar 1, 2026
Jeffery Louis Ragland, affectionately known as “Jeff Rags”, was born to the late Louis A. Ragland and Ann C. Ragland. He lived a life filled with purpose, resilience, and strength. He was a man who showed his love out loud not only through words, but through his actions – always present, always dependable, and always willing to give more than...
Warren Thompson, Sr.
Feb 28, 2026
Warren Thompson Sr. , 83 of White Plains, Maryland peacefully transitioned February 28, 2026. Family Gathering, 9 a.m., Saturday, March 14, 2026 until time of Service at 10 a.m. The United House of Prayer for All People, 1721 7th Street , N.W, Washington, DC 20001 . Private Interment .
Ernest Louis Turner
Feb 27, 2026
Ernest “Louis” Turner, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully entered eternal rest on February 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives he helped shape.
Louis was born on March 28, 1939, in Malcolm, Maryland, to the late Clarence Arthur Turner and Irene Elizabeth Wright Turner. Raised in a large, close-knit family, he carried those same...
Lemuel Thomas
Feb 25, 2026
With hearts filled with sorrow, love and gratitude, we honor and celebrate the life of Lemuel Thomas who peacefully entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Lemuel was born on November 10, 1939 to the late Phillip and Hazel Thomas. He grew up with 8 loving siblings. His nicknames were "June, Junie, Tommy and Lem."Lemuel was educated in the...
Melvin Lee McConico, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Melvin Lee McConico, Jr. (84) of Temple Hills, Maryland.
Peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at his home in Temple Hills, Maryland, surrounded by his loving family, Melvin Lee McConico, Jr. transitioned to eternal life.
Friends and Family Gathering 9:00a.m. until the Celebration of Life, 9:30a.m., Thursday, April 16, 2026 in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian...
Donald Francis Bicknell
Feb 21, 2026
Donald Francis Bicknell of La Plata, MD transitioned on February 21, 2026.
Donald Francis Bicknell, born on March 3, 1958, in Charles County Maryland, peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on February 21, 2026. He was born to Francis and Hudson Bicknell had 3 brothers (Paul Bicknell, Davis Bicknell and Art Bicknell) and 1 sister (Joan Bicknell Shaw). He was preceded in...
Norman James Carroll
Feb 20, 2026
CARROLL, NORMAN J. (AGE 90) OF NANJEMOY, MARYLAND
Norman James Carroll was born on May 16, 1935, in Charles County, Maryland to the late James and Mattie Carroll. On Friday, February 20, 2026, Norman departed this life at Hospice House of the Chesapeake in Waldorf, Maryland.
He received his education in Charles County Public Schools. Norman was united in marriage to Betty...
Nechelle Merita Willis
Feb 17, 2026
Nechelle Merita Willis of Alexandria, VA transitioned February 17, 2026.
Friends may visit with the family Wednesday, March 11th from 10 am until time of funeral service at 11am at Victory Christian Ministries International, 3911 Saint Barnabas Road Suitland, MD 20746. Interment private.
Jerome "Jerry" William Gray, Jr.
Feb 12, 2026
A Life Well Lived: Jerome William Gray Jr.
February 20, 1946 – February 12, 2026
Jerome William Gray Jr. (Jerry) was born on February 20, 1946 to his mother Mamie Gray and father Jerome William Gray Sr. Jerry spent his years building a life defined by dedication, hard work, quiet strength, and deep love for his family. On February 12, 2026, he...
Shirley P. Brown
Feb 11, 2026
Celebrating the life of Shirley P. Brown. With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the life of Shirley P. Brown, a person whose love was steady, whose kindness was sincere, and whose presence brought comfort to those around her. Shirley was the kind of person who made others feel seen offering a warm smile, a listening ear, and a helping...
