William Stephenson Swann, 73, of Port Tobacco, Maryland

William Stephenson Swann, affectionately called "Billy" was born to the late Joseph Lawrence and Annie Louise Thompson Swann on September 7, 1950, in White Plains, Maryland. He was called to his final resting place by his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Billy was the oldest of four children.

Billy grew up in White Plains, Maryland and was educated in the Charles County, Maryland Public School System where he graduated from Pocomoke High School in 1968.

He was known as a hard worker, after working various jobs to include the Washington Post. Billy began his career at WSSC Water in 1974, as a building inspector. He took pride in his work by making sure that the contractors performed according to the specifications. Billy retired from WSSC Water in 2000 after a tenure of 25 years with a record of excellence in work ethics and time management. He received multiple awards for his performance.

After retiring he began working as a dump truck driver with the Fort Myers Construction Company where he enjoyed talking and giving advice to coworkers, always encouraging them to do the right thing in life. He was the company's official "Santa Claus" dressing up for the children every Christmas just to place a smile on their faces. Billy later retired from Fort Myers Construction Company in 2019 after 19 years.

Born Catholic and later converted to the Baptist faith in 2001, Billy joined the Cornerstone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church of Upper Marlboro, Maryland where began to learn how to read the Word of God and how that cultivated his relationship with the Lord.

Billy was committed to reading and studying the bible daily to live his life as Christian to have a more intimate relationship with the Lord. As a faithful Christian he attended church services regularly until his health began to decline.

Billy was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed doing yard work. He loved tinkering on lawn equipment. He also found pleasure in going to car shows. He would especially become overjoyed and filled with excitement when his children would go.

Billy was always friendly, strong, loving, and always enjoyed spending time with his family. Billy enjoyed traveling. One of his favorite places to go was Virginia Beach where he visited numerous times each year. It was a great fulfillment when could travel on family trips with his children Darlene, Brian and Stavon.

Billy found comfort in listening to gospel and jazz music. Although he wasn't a cook, he had a good taste bud for home cooked food. He especially enjoyed eating crabs along with other seafood. His favorite restaurant was TJ's ribs. Billy was a die-hard Washington Redskin football fan. Although their name was changed to the Commanders. He still referred to them as the Skins.

He will be truly missed by many. His smile and laughter. Our Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and friend. We do find comfort in knowing that he is resting peacefully in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his three children, Darlene Loper-Swann (Rodney Loper), Brian Swann (Jordan Swann), William Stavon Swann, Two Step Daughters; Sarah Henley (Thomas Henley), Sarika Spruell and Seven Grandchildren, Ciara Smith (CiCi), Terrod Loper, Brittany Loper, Brion Swann, Rodney Loper, Jr. (RJ), Brian Swann (Lil B), Nia Loper, Leilah Bailey-Swann, Cameron Swann; Two Brothers, Allen Swann (Mary Swann), Michael Swann, Sharon Swann; Aunt and Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, and host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing, 9:30 a.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024, until time of Service, 11:00 a.m., in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640. Interment, Heritage Memorial Cemetery.

On Saturday February 17, 2024, at 11 am please click on the link below to live stream the service.

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