Obituaries

Mar 26, 2025

In loving memory of our father, Raymond Willett, who passed away March 26, 2025, surrounded by his family. Raymond was born March 28, 1957, in Baltimore, MD, and he grew up in Bryans Road, MD in a home overlooking the Potomac River.

Dad was a kind, loving, open-hearted man who enjoyed serving his community and spending time...

Mar 25, 2025

Girard William Myers, 99 of (Pomonkey) Indian Head, Maryland.

Girard William Myers heard the call from his Heavenly Father and peacefully transitioned to his new home on high on March 25, 2025.

A Time to Be Born Girard was the youngest boy born on July 14, 1925 in Bryans Road, Maryland to the...

Mar 21, 2025

Albert Rudolph Chisley (Age 77) of Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

Albert Chisley peacefully transitioned on Friday, March 21, 2025.

Viewing, 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 4, 2025 until time of Service, 12:00 noon in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.

Interment, 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, 2025...

Mar 17, 2025

WYLIE-FORTH, AYANA "YANNI" BONITA

On Monday, March 17, 2025, Ayana B. Wylie-Forth stepped into eternity at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland.

She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, cousin and friend.  In addition to her loving family, she is survived by a multitude of friends.

Her viewing will be held from 6pm until...

Mar 16, 2025

William "Willie" Francis Simms, Sr. (Age 103) of LaPlata, Maryland.

William Francis Simms, Sr. was called into eternal rest on March 16, 2025, surrounded by family at Charles Regional Medical Center in LaPlata, MD.

Born June 22, 1921 to the late John Issac and Kate Minor Simms. He was one of...

Mar 16, 2025

WARREN EVERETT HAWKINS (AGE 65) OF WALDORF, MARYLAND

Warren Everett Hawkins peacefully transitioned on Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Viewing, 10:00 am, Thursday, March 27, 2025  until time of Service, 11:00am in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.

Interment, St. Peters Catholic Church Cemetery, 3320 St....

Mar 15, 2025

COLBERT, RAYMOND LEON (AGE 78) OF FORT WASHINGTON, MARYLAND

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Raymond Leon Colbert quietly slipped into eternity.  He is survived by a loving family and many friends.

The family will receive friends from 10:00am until the memorial service at 11:00am on Saturday, March 29th, in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home,...

Mar 10, 2025

Barbara Ann Bolden, age 81 of Lanham, Maryland

Barbara Ann Bolden was born to Reed Augusta and Eunice Alverta Bolden on December 7, 1943, in Brandywine, Maryland. Barbara was the fourth of thirteen children born to Reed and Eunice.

Barbara was educated in the Prince George's County school system. After graduating high school, she worked...

Mar 9, 2025

Arthur Pernell Branch, 54 of Lexington Park, Maryland.

Arthur Pernell Branch was born on September 03, 1970 in New Bern, North Carolina to the late Arthur Branch (deceased) and Helen Williams. He departed this life on March 09, 2025 at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Rossville, MD.

Arthur, affectionately known as "Art' comes from...

Mar 4, 2025

Ronald DeWayne Bibb, 76, of Fort Washington, Maryland.

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Ronald DeWayne Bibb transitioned to eternal life.

Viewing, 9:00 a.m., Friday, March 28, 2025, until time of Service, 11:00 a.m., at Fort Foote Baptist Church, 8310 Fort Foote Road, Fort Washington, Maryland 20744 .

Mar 4, 2025

Joseph Earl Lee, 88 of Indian Head, Maryland.

His Journey

Joseph Earl Lee departed this life on March 4, 2025.  He was born on September 9, 1936 in La Plata, Maryland to the late Harry Jack and Bessie Elizabeth Lee.  He was one of ten children and grew up in La Plata, Maryland.

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Feb 28, 2025

YATES, RODNEY WALTER (AGE 68) OF CLINTON, MARYLAND

Rodney Walter Yates, affectionately known to family and friends as "Mooney," was born in Washington, DC, on March 29, 1956, and departed this life on February 28, 2025.

Mooney was the eighth of ten children born to the late Joseph Earl and LaVerne Gwendolyn (Johnson) Yates.  He...

Feb 28, 2025

Marcell Alfonzo Quarles was born in Arlington, VA, on May 9, 1995, to Michael and Pamela Quarles. A joyous and spirited child from the beginning, Marcell was known for his infectious smile and laughter, greeting family members and friends alike with warmth and joy. Marcell was intelligent, resilient, creative, witty, and a faithful young man. He had...

Feb 28, 2025

Kleston Whitaker, affectionately known as "Whit" to family and friends, transitioned peacefully at his home in Bryans Road, MD on February 28, 2025 at the age of 87.  Whit was born on March 17, 1937, in Jacksonville, TX.  He was the eighth of twelve children born to the late Samuel and Mary Ann Whitaker, having seven brothers and four...

Feb 24, 2025

Gregory R. Fortune Jr. of Indian Head, Maryland peacefully transitioned on February 24, 2025.

In Loving Memory of Gregory "John Doe" Forever in Our Hearts

With heavy hearts yet grateful spirits, we celebrate the beautiful life of Gregory R. Fortune Jr., lovingly known to all as "John Doe." Born on July 14, 1983, to Gregory...

Feb 23, 2025

DaQuan Maurice Mitchell, son of Carolyn Mitchell and Maurice Gatling, Sr., was born May 18, 1994, in Washington, D.C. At an early age, DaQuan gave his life to Christ and was baptized at Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church on February 27, 2005. He was educated in the District of Columbia Public School System and graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High...

Feb 21, 2025

Hudnell, Elouise Letitia (85) of Clinton, Maryland.

Elouise Letitia Hudnell was born on April 19, 1939 to Evelyn Florence Frazier and Edward Benjamin Harrison Sr. in the District of Columbia. Growing up in Washington D. C. she attended the local schools such as Garrison Elementary and Cordozo High School before starting her work career as an elevator...

Feb 18, 2025

James Monroe Myers, age 90 of Fort Washington, Maryland

James Monroe Myers son of late Harry Latane Lee, Sr and Elsie Lee peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on February 18, 2025.

James Monroe Myers was born December 15, 1934 in Caroline County, VA. He attended school in Essex County and received his diploma from...

Feb 18, 2025

John Herman Lee was called home to be with his heavenly father on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from his home in McConchie, MD.

He was born to the late Winnie Maryann Lee Fox on June 24, 1943.

John graduated from Bel Alton High School and began his college studies at Maryland State College (now University...

Feb 14, 2025

Harold Francis Savoy of Washington, DC transitioned February 14, 2025.

Friends may visit with the family Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11:00 am until time of service at 12:00 noon in The Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD 20640. Interment private.

On Saturday, March 1st at 11:00 am,...