Obituaries

Jun 21, 2017

Robert Alex Cheek, 69, transitioned unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at his home in Fort Washington, Maryland.

Robert was born on September 18, 1947 and was one of seven children of Wilbur Cheek Sr. and Elizabeth Manley Cheek in Littleton, North Carolina.   At the age of 12, Robert committed his life to Christ and joined Odell...

Jun 20, 2017

Jacqueline Carlan Harvey-Woodson of Fort Washington, Maryland. Peacefully, on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, Jacqueline Harvey entered into eternal rest.

Jacqueline (Jackie) Carlann Harvey-Woodson , an angel of God, was the only child of the late Pattie E. Anderson and Carl Johnson.  Jackie was born and raised in Washington, DC and...

Jun 19, 2017

Jaynell Darlene (Chisley) Newman (47) of Nanjemoy, Maryland.

Jaynell Darlene Newman departed this life suddenly on Monday, June 19, 2017 at the University of Maryland, Charles Regional Medical Center in LaPlata, Maryland.

Jaynell, known as "Bee" to most, was born on October 29, 1969, to Isadore Chisley and the late Thomas Chisley.

Bee was baptized...

Jun 19, 2017

D'Armond Giovonni Brooks, Jr. of Clinton, Maryland.

D'Armond Giovonni Brooks, Jr. (Lil D), 31, departed this earthly life unexpectedly on Monday, June 19, 2017.

D'Armond was born on November 17, 1985 to D'Armond, Sr. and Lolita Brooks at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC.  He was the oldest of four children.

D'Armond, a military child, attended...

Jun 17, 2017

Phyllis Michelle Hairston (Age 50) of Temple Hills, Maryland. Obituary On June 17, 2017, Our Father called Phyllis Michelle Hairston to join His Heavenly Kingdom. Phyllis was born October 1, 1966 in Washington, DC to Mrs. Sylvia Washington and is the eldest of three daughters. Phyllis received her education in the DC Public School System. Phyllis was united in marriage...

Jun 13, 2017

Aldolph Harrison Schofield (Age 93) of Charlotte Hall, Maryland. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at his residence in Charlotte Hall, Maryland, Aldolph Schofield peacefully transitioned to eternal rest. Viewing, 10:30am until time of service, 11:00am on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, Metropolitan Church Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640. Interment, Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham,...

Jun 9, 2017

Thomas Sylvester Woodland, (92) of Clinton, Maryland.

Thomas Sylvester Woodland was born May 20, 1925 to the late James Edward and Mabel Gertrude (Lyles) Woodland in Indian Head, Maryland and was educated in the Charles County Public School System.  He was a construction worker by trade and took great pride in the work he did. Our father enjoyed life...

Jun 7, 2017

Charles Fields Thompson, Sr. (81) of Suitland, Maryland. Peacefully on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at his home in Suitland, Maryland, Charles Fields Thompson, Sr. transitioned to eternal life. The beloved father of Charles Fields Thompson, Jr. "Chuck" and Tonya F. Harrison.  Also surviving are grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives, friends and church family. Viewing, 9:00am until time of Service, 11:00am,  ...

Jun 7, 2017

Rose Marie Adams (Age 73) of Capitol Heights, Maryland.

Memorial Tribute

Rose Marie Adams, affectionately known as "Marie", was born April 29, 1944 in, Indian Head, Maryland, to Catherine Davis Gladden and Johnny Dodson, whom both preceded her in death.  She suddenly departed this earthly life on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at her residence in...

Jun 1, 2017

James Elmer Dorsey (Age 67) of White Plains, Maryland.

On Thursday, June 1, 2017, our Mighty Lord summoned James Elmer Dorsey (Jimmy) as another angel.  Jimmy grew tired and went home to paradise to become a servant of our Mighty Lord and to rejoin his departed mother, Mary Hilda Dorsey, father, James Alphonso Dorsey and beloved sisters, Janice Yates...

May 23, 2017

Charles William Brawner, Jr. (Age 65) of Nanjemoy, Maryland. On Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in La Plata, Maryland, Charles Brawner, Jr., peacefully transitioned to eternal life.

Charles William Brawner, Jr.,  also, affectionately known as "Jim "or "Chuck," departed this life on May 23, 2017 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland. Charles was...

May 21, 2017

Leroy Thomas Bowman, Jr. (Age 61) of Aquasco, Maryland.

Leroy Thomas Bowman, Jr., was born on February 5, 1956, in Bethesda, MD; to the Late Leroy Thomas Bowman, Sr., and Annette Sylvia (Baker) Bowman.  He departed this life on May 21, 2017 at the Fort Washington Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Fort Washington, MD.  Leroy, more affectionately known as...

May 17, 2017

Robert William Fenwick "JJ" (Age 60) of Hughesville, Maryland.

Robert "JJ" William Fenwick was born May 15, 1957 in La Plata Maryland, to Lucille Hicks and the late James S. Barber. He departed his life peacefully on May 17, 2017, at the Hospice House of Charles County in Waldorf Maryland. JJ as he was more affectionately called, was very...

May 17, 2017

Randolph McKinney, Jr. (Age 87) of Fort Washington, Maryland. On Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at his residence in Fort Washington, Maryland, Randolph McKinney peacefully transitioned to eternal rest. Viewing, 4:00 pm until time of service, 5:00 pm, Sunday, May 28, 2017 in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.

May 16, 2017

Brown, Barron, Sr. (58) of Washington, D.C.

Barron Brown, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at the Medstar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was born to William Brown, Jr and Luvenia Brown on August 26, 1958 in Washington, DC. He attended DC Public Schools, where he graduated from Dunbar S.H.S. in 1978. He soon married...

May 14, 2017

Richard O'Brien Stevenson (Age 72) of Temple Hills, Maryland.

Richard O'Brien Stevenson (also goes by Rick or Steve) was born in Norfolk, VA on July 18, 1944, to the late Richard O'Brien Stevenson, Sr. and Goldie Mary Richter. He attended Liberty Park Elementary School, Ruffner Jr. High School and Norfolk Catholic High School; now Bishop Sullivan High School. He...

May 13, 2017

Artis Lamont Hickman, Jr. (Age 26) of Waldorf, Maryland.

On December 4, 1990 in Camp Springs, Maryland, Artis Lamont Hickman, Jr., was born to Artis Lamont Hickman, Sr. and Rosetta Yvonne Jackson.

Artis was educated in the Charles County school system and graduated from Thomas Stone High School in 2008.

The things that interested Artis...

May 7, 2017

Helen Elaine (Duckett) Briscoe (Age 79) of La Plata, Maryland. Elaine's Journey

Helen Elaine Briscoe, affectionately known as "Elaine" or "Laine", was born on September 14, 1937 to the late Ernest and Agnes Duckett.  Elaine was delivered at home by a midwife.  She was an active member of St. Joseph's Church in Pomfret, MD.  In...

May 5, 2017

Elmer Joseph Jackson (Age 67) of Clinton, Maryland On Friday, May 5, 2017 at his residence in Clinton, Maryland, Elmer Jackson quietly transitioned to eternal life. Elmer leaves to cherish many memories his wife, Maria, son, Joseph and daughters, Chrystal Jackson and Mikhail Piper. Viewing, Monday, May 15 ,2017, 9:00 am until time of service, 11:00 am, Fort Foote Baptist...

May 1, 2017

Talmadge DeWitt Haywood (Age 98) of Clinton, Maryland. On Monday, May 1, 2017 at Fort Washington Health and Rehabilitation Center, Fort Washington, Maryland, Talmadge Haywood peacefully transitioned to eternal life. Viewing, 11:00 am until time of service, 12:00 pm, Grace United Methodist Church, 11700 Old Fort Road, Fort Washington, Maryland 20744. Interment, Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Maryland...