Thomas Leo Proctor, Jr.
Jan 19, 2026
Thomas Leo Proctor, Jr., affectionately known as “Corny”, was born on June 14, 1945, in Washington, D.C., to the late Blanche Bernice Proctor and Thomas Leo Proctor. He peacefully transitioned on January 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and steadfast dedication to family.
Thomas was a proud graduate of Frederick Douglas High School and lived a life marked...
Melvin Theodore Montgomery
Jan 19, 2026
Melvin Theodore Montgomery of Waldorf, MD transitioned January 19, 2026.
Melvin Theodore Montgomery – one of the triplets of the late Reginald,Sr. and Alice Montgomery of Ironsides. He was born on June 12, 1961 in Washington, DC and transitioned to his eternal home on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Genesis Healthcare in Waldorf, MD.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded...
Mary Louise Nutter Thomas
Jan 17, 2026
Mary Louise Nutter, affectionately known as “Sis,” was born on January 15, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Bertie and Glenmore Nutter, Sr. She was the second of four children. Her childhood was spent in White Haven on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, where she lived with her grandparents and numerous relatives. Growing up in a farming community, Sis and her...
Bessie "Elder Bessie" Ashworth
Jan 13, 2026
Bessie "Elder Bessie" Ashworth of Washington, DC transitioned January 13, 2026.
Friends may visit with the family Friday, January 30 from 9 am until time of funeral service at 11 am at City of Praise, 8501 Jericho City Drive Landover, MD 20785. Interment immediately to follow at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Suitland, MD.
In lieu of flowers, monetary donations in memory of Elder...
Bruce Anthony Jefferson, Sr.
Jan 9, 2026
Bruce A. Jefferson Sr. was born June 16,1958 in Shereveport, Louisiana to the late Francine Jefferson Reddon. At an early age, he professed his life to Christ at Old Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Grandcane, Louisiana. The family later moved to Glenarden, Maryland where he received his education. Bruce attended and graduated from Duval High School June 6, 1976. While...
Harold Eugene Bland
Jan 6, 2026
Harold Eugene Bland of Bryans Road, MD transitioned January 6, 2026.
Harold Eugene Bland peacefully transitioned on January 6, 2026. Known affectionately as Piggy, Harold lived a life defined by kindness, joy, and an unshakeable bond with his family. His presence carried warmth, his laughter created connection and his memory remains deeply woven into the hearts of those who love him.
Early...
Annie Louise Curry-Harper
Jan 3, 2026
Annie Curry of Hyattsville, MD transitioned January 3, 2026.
Annie Louise Givan Curry (Ann) was born on September 14, 1937, to the late Henry and Nettie Bell Patton Givan. To this union nine children were born. Ann was the third oldest. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Henry Givan Jr. (Sonny Boy), Frederick Givan, Edward Givan, and Mickey...
Patricia "Pattie" Hart
Dec 25, 2025
Patricia "Pattie" Hart of Port Tobacco, MD transitioned on December 25, 2025.
Her Journey
Patricia Ann Jamieson Hart more affectionately called "Pattie" was born, January 25, 1951 in Washington, D.C. Â She was the baby of the sixteen children born to Harris Samuel Jamieson and Margaret Mary Bush Jamieson. Â Pattie grew up and spent her entire...
Ray Anthony Butler, Sr.
Dec 6, 2025
Ray Anthony Butler, Sr. of Waldorf, MD transitioned December 6, 2025.
The interment will take place on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:45am, Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham.
Ray Anthony Butler Sr. was born on November 26, 1953, in Washington, D.C. He was educated in the Prince George's County Public School System and graduated from Crossland High...
James Leonard Young, Jr.
Dec 1, 2025
James Leonard Young, Jr. of Clinton, MD (88)
James Leonard Young, Jr. "Baby Jr," departed this earth for his eternal resting-place on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Southern Maryland Hospital in Clinton, Maryland.
The last survivor of 3 children, James, was born to the late Mary Agnes Holly and Leonard Young in Washington, D.C. on...
Jerome Frederick Thompson
Nov 29, 2025
Thompson, Jerome Frederick (Age 82) of Ghana, West Africa
Jerome Frederick Thompson (affectionately called Romie and King Jerome) quietly and peacefully departed this life early Saturday morning on November 29, 2025, while asleep at his home in Ghana, West Africa.
Jerome was one of two children born to Samuel and Gwendolyn Thompson. Jerome attended Charles County public schools graduating from Pomonkey High...
Randy L. Butler
Nov 22, 2025
Randy Luvell Butler of Waldorf, MD transitioned November 22, 2025.
Randy Butler was born on November 11, 1979, at Prince George's Community Hospital, in Cheverly, MD. He peacefully transitioned on November 22, 2025 leaving behind a life marked by love, laughter and unforgettable memories.
Randy was educated in the Prince George's County Public School System...
Carlos Ramon Leonard
Nov 22, 2025
Carlos Ramon Leonard "Los Daddy" of La Plata, MD transitioned November 22, 2025.
With deep love and profound gratitude for his life, the family of Carlos Leonard celebrates the legacy of a remarkable son, brother, uncle, friend, and creative soul whose presence touched every life he encountered. Carlos transitioned from this life into eternal rest, leaving behind...
Melvin Joseph Shorter, Sr.
Nov 19, 2025
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...
Michael Gilliam Collins
Nov 15, 2025
Michael Gilliam Collins, 62 of Port Tobacco, Maryland.
Michael "Mike" Gilliam Collins of Port Tobacco, MD, departed this life on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his home in Port Tobacco, MD. Â Michael was born on June 23, 1963, in Washington, DC to the late William and Pauline (Queen) Collins.
He was preceded in death by...
Sandra Teresa Johnson
Nov 10, 2025
Sandra Teresa Johnson, age 77 of Indian Head, Maryland
Sandra Johnson was born on February 29, 1948 in LaPlata, MD (by a midwife) to Robert and Annie Thompson. Â A proud graduate of Pomonkey High School in 1966, Sandra retired from a career with the Indian Head Base Naval Ordinance Station and Home Health Care.
Sandra...
Dorothy Mae Nicholas
Nov 8, 2025
Dorothy Mae Nicholas, 84, of Waldorf, Maryland.
On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Dorothy Mae Nicholas transitioned to eternal life.
Viewing, Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 9:30 a.m. until time of Service, 10:30 a.m., at Eloquent Touch Ballroom, 3914 Bexley Place, Suitland, Maryland 20746. Interment, National Harmony Memorial Park, 7101 Sheriff Road, Hyattsville, Maryland 20785. ...
Columbus Horne
Nov 6, 2025
Columbus Horne, 77, of Fort Washington, Maryland
Columbus "Cake" Horne, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and man of unwavering faith, was born on February 5, 1948, in Wilson County, North Carolina, to the late Jonas Horne and Francis Elizabeth (Artis) Horne. He was the fifth of seven children and was raised in a close-knit family...
Timothy Robinson
Nov 6, 2025
Timothy Robinson, 39, of Oxon Hill, Maryland
On Thursday, November 6, 2025 Timothy Robinson transitioned to eternal life.
Viewing will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A., 3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow...
