Annette Barnes, age 86, of Fort Washington, Maryland

Annette "Ann" Barnes peacefully transitioned, surrounded by her family in Alexandria, Virginia on May 9, 2024, at the age of 86.  Annette was born on March 7, 1938, in Greenwood, South Carolina to Dock and Lillie Mae Sprowl.  She graduated from Brewer High School in 1955 and pursued her cosmetology career in Atlanta, Georgia. She married Paul Barnes on May 12,1964.

Her children remember her as a kind, gentle, patient, loving mother who not only encouraged them to pursue their goals, but supported them in every aspect of their lives.  She was simple, yet profound, short and sweet, but impactful, tough, but loving.  Annette is survived by her 3 children: Gregory Sprowl (Dana), Vinson Barnes, and Andrea Barnes; 5 grandchildren; Danté Barnes (Marcia), Brittany Acors, Alexis Sprowl, Keoskie Johnson, and Keoshis Johnson; 5 great grandchildren: Kamarie Barnes, Kamyra Lewis, Ahzariyah Barnes, Tahj Acors, and Khalil Barnes; 4 siblings: Esther Spearman, Louvenia Norman (Raymond), Joyce Adams (Robert), Richard Sprowl (Mae Helen), of Greenwood, South Carolina and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins who all loved and cherished her dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dock and Lillie Mae Sprowl, husband, Paul Barnes, son, Derrick Barnes and siblings; Mattie Mae Wright, Dock Sprowl Jr., John Sprowl, James Authur Sprowl, Joe Nelson Sprowl, Marie Sprowl-Harrison and Lillie Ruth Sprowl.

Her love for her family knew no bounds, and she cherished every moment spent as the matriarch of her family. Her nurturing and compassionate nature created a loving and supportive home, where laughter, joy, and love thrived.  Annette's legacy will forever be remembered by her loved ones who were touched by her radiant spirit and zest for life.

She leaves behind a profound impact on those who had the privilege of knowing her, reminding us to embrace our individuality, seek knowledge, and cherish the love and beauty that surrounds us.  May her soul find eternal peace, forever immersed in the hues she adored, and her spirit continue to inspire us all.

Her Viewing will be 10:00 am until time of Service, 11:00 am, Saturday, May 18th in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20740.  Interment, Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735.

On Saturday May 18, 2024, at 11 am please click on the link below to live stream the service.

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