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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Melvin Joseph
Shorter, Sr.
January 5, 1948 – November 19, 2025
Obituary
Melvin J. Shorter of Welcome, MD transitioned November 19, 2025.
Friends may visit with the family Thursday, December 11th from 3-4pm in The Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD 20640. Military burial will be scheduled at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Autism Speaks or to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).
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