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Donza Ann Milstead

Donza Ann Milstead

Aug 30, 2024

On Friday, August 30, 2024 at The Hospice of The Chesapeake in Waldorf, Maryland, Donza Milstead peacefully transitioned to eternal life.

Donza was born June 16,1933 in Indian Head, Md to John H. Penny Sr. and Annie Violet Queen Penny.

She attended Charles County Public Schools and graduated from Pomonkey High School in Pomonkey, MD...

Rev. Dr. Lowell Herman Hancock, Sr.

Rev. Dr. Lowell Herman Hancock, Sr.

Aug 21, 2024

Lowell Herman Hancock, Sr., age 87, of Bryans Road, Maryland

On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, Lowell Hancock, Sr., peacefully transitioned to eternal rest at his home in Bryans Road, Maryland.

Lowell is survived by his four children Michael, Lowell Jr. (Buddy), Jacqueline, and Jeffrey; six grandchildren Daisha, Meatrel, Angela, Charese, Briana and Maya: six great-grandchildren...

Victoria Marie Smith

Victoria Marie Smith

Aug 12, 2024

Victoria Marie Smith, age 73 of Waldorf, Maryland

On Monday, August 12, 2024, Victoria Smith peacefully transitioned to eternal rest in Waldorf, Maryland.

Her Viewing will be 10:00 am until time of Service, 11:00 am, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.

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Bernard Dorie Walls, Sr.

Bernard Dorie Walls, Sr.

Aug 9, 2024

Bernard Dorie Walls, Sr., age 83, of Indian Head, Maryland

On Friday, August 9, 2024, Bernard Walls, Sr., peacefully transitioned to eternal rest in La Plata, Maryland.

His Viewing will be from 9:00 am until 10:00 am, in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00 am, St. Mary's Star of...

George Francis Livers

George Francis Livers

Aug 7, 2024

LIVERS, GEORGE FRANCIS (AGE 93) OF POMFRET, MARYLAND

George Francis Livers of Pomfret, Maryland departed this life on Wednesday morning August 7, 2024 at the Complete Care Center in La Plata Maryland.

George was born January 6, 1931 to the late Bender M. and the late Henrietta Hicks Livers in Wicomico Charles County, Maryland.   George...

Russell Eugene Chase

Russell Eugene Chase

Aug 6, 2024

Russell Eugene Chase (Age 86) of Indian Head, Maryland

Russell Eugene Chase was born October 7, 1937, to the late James Chase and Pauline Chase (Jackson) in Washington, DC. On Tuesday, August 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, Russell transitioned from his earthly life to a life of eternal glory at his place of residence in...

Judy Doreatha Williams

Judy Doreatha Williams

Aug 6, 2024

Judy Doreatha Williams, age 78, of Waldorf, Maryland

Judy Doreatha Mizzell Williams, 78 years young, was peacefully called home on August 6, 2024, surrounded by family. Judy was born on December 16th, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia to Henry Mizzell and Minne White. She was a proud resident of New York City, N.Y. where she graduated from Benjamin...

Eulas Gaddy

Eulas Gaddy

Aug 2, 2024

Eulas Gaddy of Fort Washington, MD tranistioned August 2, 2024.

Friends may visit with the family Friday, August 16th from 9:00 am until time of funeral service at 11:00 am at Fort Foote Baptist Church, 8310 Fort Foote Road Fort Washington, MD 20744. Interment will be held Thursday, August 22nd at 10:30 am at Maryland Veterans Cemetery...

Sallie Frances Reed

Sallie Frances Reed

Aug 1, 2024

Sallie Frances Reed, age 90, of Accokeek, Maryland

On Thursday, August 1, 2024, Sallie Reed peacefully transitioned to eternal rest in Clinton, Maryland.

Services are Private.

Clara Ruth Pitts

Clara Ruth Pitts

Jul 31, 2024

Clara Ruth Pitts, age 81, of Temple Hills, Maryland

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, Clara Pitts peacefully transitioned to eternal rest.

Her Viewing will be 10:00 am until time of Service, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 2024 in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.  Interment, Maryland Veterans...

James Michael Williams

James Michael Williams

Jul 31, 2024

James Michael Williams, age 61, of Port Tobacco, Maryland

James Michael "Mike" Williams was born on December 12, 1962 at Physician's Memorial Hospital in La Plata, MD.   Mike, as he was affectionately known, was the youngest of five to the late George Williams Sr. and Margaret Simms Williams.

Mike transitioned to be with the Lord...

Cornelius "Nick" Emanuel Savoy

Cornelius "Nick" Emanuel Savoy

Jul 30, 2024

Cornelius "Nick" Emanuel Savoy, age 55, of Waldorf, Maryland

On Tuesday, July 30th, Cornelius Savoy peacefully transitioned to eternal rest.

His Viewing will be 10:00 am until time of Service, 11:00 am, Friday, August 16, 2024 in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.

Interment, St....

Barbara Jean Jones

Barbara Jean Jones

Jul 29, 2024

Barbara Jean Jones, age 81, of Fort Washington, Maryland

On Monday, July 29th, Barbara Jones peacefully transitioned to eternal rest in Alexandria, Virginia.

Her Viewing will be 10:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00 am, Monday, August 12, 2024, St. Mary's Piscataway Catholic Church, 13405 Piscataway Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735.  Interment, Resurrection Cemetery, 8000...

Effie Montague Gaddy

Effie Montague Gaddy

Jul 27, 2024

Effie M. Gaddy of Fort Washington, MD tranistioned July 27, 2024.

Friends may visit with the family Friday, August 16th from 9:00 am until time of funeral service at 11:00 am at Fort Foote Baptist Church, 8310 Fort Foote Road Fort Washington, MD 20744. Interment will be held Thursday, August 22nd at 10:30 am at Maryland...

John Mozon

John Mozon

Jul 20, 2024

John Beldon Mozon of Washington, DC transitioned July 20, 2024.

Friends may visit with the family Tuesday, July 30 from 10am until time of funeral service at 11am at St. Judah Baptist Church, 43 Anacostia Ave. NE Washington, DC 20019. Interment immediately to follow at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD.

Jacqueline D. Stewart

Jacqueline D. Stewart

Jul 20, 2024

Jacqueline D. Stewart of Accokeek, MD transitioned July 20, 2024.

Friends may visit with the family Wednesday, July 31 from 6pm until time of funeral service at 7pm in The Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD 20640.

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024  at 7:00 pm, please click on...

Shirley Jean Thomas (Myers)

Shirley Jean Thomas (Myers)

Jul 19, 2024

Shirley Jean Thomas (Myers), age 91, of Bryans Road, Maryland

On Friday, July 19, 2024, Shirley Thomas peacefully transitioned to eternal rest.

Viewing will be 10:00 am, until time of Service, 11:00 am, Saturday, July 27, 2024, Free Gospel Church, 3180 Livingston Road, Bryans Road Maryland 20616.  Interment, National Harmony Memorial Park Cemetery, 7101 Sherriff...

Arnetta Datcher

Arnetta Datcher

Jul 18, 2024

Arnetta Datcher, Age 91, of Nanjemoy, Maryland

Arnetta Datcher departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Thursday July 18, 2024 at her home in Nanjemoy, Maryland at the age of 91.  She was affectionately known as "Nip" by some friends and family members.  She was born March 29, 1933 in Nanjemoy, Maryland, the sixth...

Earl Nelson

Earl Nelson

Jul 15, 2024

Earl Nelson, age 93, of Bryans Road, Maryland

On Monday, July 15, 2024, in Washington, DC, Earl Nelson peacefully transitioned to eternal rest.

His Viewing will be 9:30 am until time of Service, 11:00 am, Monday, August 5, 2024, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 5560 Pleasant Grove Road, Marbury, Maryland 20658.

Interment, Maryland Veterans...

James Robert Hungerford, Jr.

James Robert Hungerford, Jr.

Jul 6, 2024

James Robert Hungerford, Jr., age 71, of Glenn Dale, Maryland

On Saturday, July 6, 2024, James Hungerford, Jr. peacefully transitioned to eternal rest.

His Viewing will be, 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Friday, July 26th in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640.  The Mass of Christian Burial...

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