Charles Russell Thorne, 82 of Forestville, MD passed away with his family by his side on August 16, 2015, at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. Born March 26, 1933 at Centreville in Prince George’s County, MD to the late Richard Russell Thorne and the late Margaret Rosabella (Randall) Thorne. Charles, fondly known as “Sonny,” was a member of the Forestville Volunteer Fire Department for 68 years. He enjoyed gardening, tractors, Ford trucks, visiting with friends, family gatherings and most of all he enjoyed his time at the firehouse. Sonny was a proud Korean Veteran and after his dedicated service he went to work for PEPCO where he worked for almost 40 years as an Underground Lineman until his retirement. Sonny was predeceased by his brother, Paul Thorne, Sr.; sisters, Ruth Alvey and Elsie Sayler. Sonny is survived by his brothers, James (Sid) Thorne, John Thorne; sister, Martha Schuman; nephews, Paul Thorne, Jr., Jeff Thorne; niece, Kim Gryskewicz and many other nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Family will receive friends for Sonny’s Life Celebration on Thursday, August 20, 2015 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm with the Fireman’s Prayers at 7 pm at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral […]
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