
Obituaries
Westley James Brown Jr.
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Westley James Brown Jr., 76, of Suitland, Maryland, transitioned to his eternal rest on Friday, February 13, 2026. He leaves to cherish his family and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Journey of Faith United Methodist Church,
2900 Smallwood Drive West, Waldorf, Maryland 20603 from 10:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. Interment Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery, 4004 Accokeek Road, Brandywine, Maryland 20613
You may leave your condolences at: https://westley-james-brownjr.forevermissed.com

Gregory Earl Williams
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Gregory Earl Williams, 61, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, peacefully slipped into eternal rest on
Saturday, February 14, 2026. He leaves to cherish his family and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Adams Funeral Home Chapel,
20605 Aquasco Road, Aquasco, Maryland 20608 from 10:00 a.m. until Service at 11:00 a.m.
Interment Heritage Memorial Cemetery, 13472 Poplar Hill Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20601
You may view the service at: https://youtube.com/live/bNe-djgfIco?feature=share
You may leave your condolences at: https://gregory-earl-williams.forevermissed.com

Charles E. Browne III
(Charlie)
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Charles “Charlie” E. Browne III, 66, of La Plata, Maryland, transitioned to eternal rest on
Sunday, February 22, 2026. Raised in Glenarden, Maryland, Charlie carried the spirit of his hometown
with him everywhere he went. He was a man you heard before you saw and felt long after he left the room. Funny, lively, loud, and every bit a “pretty boy,” Charlie had a way of turning ordinary moments into something worth remembering.
Charlie loved his family. He is survived by his beloved wife; his children; grandchildren; great grandchildren;
his mother; and his siblings. His presence in their lives was bold, joyful, and unforgettable.
A viewing will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at St. Paul Temple COGIC, 13000 Beachtree Lane,
Bowie, Maryland 20715 beginning at 10:00 a.m., with funeral service to follow at 11:00 am.
Interment Private
You may leave your condolences at: https://charles-e-browne.forevermissed.com

Elizabeth Jane Butler Proctor
(Janie)
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Elizabeth Jane Butler Proctor, also known as Janie, 95, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, transitioned to her eternal rest on Monday, February 23, 2026. She will be remembered fondly by her family, as well as many relatives and friends. Visitation will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church,
11704 Duley Station Road, Rosaryville, Maryland 20772 from 10:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.
Interment will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Maryland Veterans Cemetery,
11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Maryland 20623 at 1:45 p.m. ​​
You may leave your condolences at: https://elizabeth-jane-proctor.forevermissed.com

Rita Marilyn Thompson-Bond
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Rita M. Bond, 63, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, transitioned to her eternal rest on
Monday, March 2, 2026. Loving wife of Julius Bond. She leaves to cherish her memory two brothers,
nine sisters, and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Immaculate Conception Church,
28297 Old Village Road, Mechanicsville, Maryland 20659
from 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m.
Interment St. Mary’s Queen of Peace Cemetery, 38888 Dr. Johnson Road,
Mechanicsville, Maryland 20659
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You may leave your condolences at: https://rita-m-bond.forevermissed.com

Ronald Holmes
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Ronald Holmes, 81, was born on April 30, 1944, in West Virginia, he carried his roots with pride throughout his life. He passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. A devoted husband and proud father of three, he built a life centered around family while working as a dedicated insurance agent in Maryland.
He was known for being a jokester who could lighten any room with his humor, and just as well known for
his stubborn streak, once he made up his mind, that was it. A loyal fan through and through, he loved his Redskins and never missed a chance to cheer them on.
Ronald leaves behind a lifetime of laughter, strength, and love that will continue to live on in the hearts
of those who knew him.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church, 7707 Allentown Road,
Fort Washington, Maryland 20744 from 10:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m.
Interment Private
You may leave your condolences at: https://ronald-holmes1.forevermissed.com

Thelma Britton Carter
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Thelma Britton Carter, 77, of Waldorf, Maryland, transitioned to her eternal rest on Thursday, January 29, 2026. She leaves to cherish her family and a host of relatives and friends.
Interment will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Maryland 20623 at 10:30 a.m.
You may view the service at: https://vimeo.com/event/5730327 Password: 9832
You may leave your condolences at: https://thelma-britton-carter.forevermissed.com

William A. Young
(Bootie)
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William A. Young, 79, of Brandywine, Maryland, transitioned to his eternal rest on Monday, February 23, 2026.
He leaves to cherish his family and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Lighthouse Baptist Church, 3150 Middletown Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20603 from 9:00 a.m. until Service at 10:00 a.m.
Interment Heritage Memorial Cemetery, 13472 Poplar Hill Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20601
You may leave your condolences at: https://william-a-young.forevermissed.com

Lillian A. Duckett
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Lillian A. Duckett, 87, of Clinton, Maryland, transitioned to her eternal rest on Friday, January 30, 2026.
She leaves to cherish her memory five daughters, three sons, one sister, and a host of relatives and friends.
Interment will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Maryland 20623 at 10:30 a.m.
You may view the service at: ChristUMCAquasco - YouTube
You may leave your condolences at: https://lillian-a-duckett.forevermissed.com

John McCullough Jr.
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John McCullough Jr, 83, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
He leaves to cherish his family and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 14908 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772, from 10:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.
Interment will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Maryland 20623 at 10:30 a.m.
You may leave your condolences at: https://john-mcculloughjr.forevermissed.com

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