Charmaine Thrower (Franklin)

Classmates -

Please keep our Website Administrator, Tonya Thompson and her family in prayer in the loss of her dad,  Horace Thompson!  

Mr. Horace was a faithful member of the Usher's Ministry at my church -- First Baptist Church of Glenarden!  You could always find him on his post on any given Sunday!  He shall surely be missed!

We will provide funeral arrangements as soon as we receive the information!

Pamela Nixon (Nixon-Mckisset)

Many blessing to the family of Mathew Brinkley and Mr. Horace Thompson. May their souls rest in peace.

Sabrina Stewart

So sorry to hear about Tanya's father.  May he rest in peace.

I will keep the Thompson family in my prayers during their time of bereavement.

Bruce Holliday

So sorry fro your loss Tonya. My condolences and prayers for you and your family.

Rhonda Moore (Holder)

So very sorry for the loss of both David and Tonya's moms.  Rest in God's loving arms, He will give you peace. 

Joyce Lawrence (Williams)

My condolences to Tonya's family, just getting through my mom's passing last week, I continue to feel God's peace, know that God will be with you and your family.  I attend First Baptist and will miss seeing your Dad working in the church, from my family to yours may God continue to bless and keep you.     

Charmaine Thrower (Franklin)

Classmates -

Please keep Joyce Williams and her family in prayer following the passing of her mother, Mrs. Lawrence,  on August 25th.  It's the quiet time ... when everyone has gone back to their various homes ... that Joyce, David, Tonya and other classmates who have experienced losses will need our prayers the most!  

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The Homegoing Service for Tonya's dad, Mr. Horace Thompson,  will be held on Monday, September 16, 2019:

Viewing:  10am - 11am

Service:  11am - Noon

First Baptist Church of Glenarden

3600 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785

Jed Dudley Worrell

 I’m deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your father.  I believe I have encountered your father several times over these many years.  I thank God for your father’s life and the time God allowed us to experience his presence here on earth.  These saddened times often evoke memories of things long past.  And in your suffering I encourage you to continue to maintain strength always remembering these hallowed words:

I will lift up my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help.   My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

And fine solace in knowing:

For if we have become united with Him in the likeness of His death, certainly we shall also be in the likeness of His resurrection

LOVE

JED

Sabrina Stewart

I just received what appears to be a broadcast email from James C. Grayton advising that our upcoming 40th Class Reunion will be the last event that he will Chair for the class of 1979.

I just wanted him to know that he has done a magnificent job over the numerous years of his committed service and dedication to our class.  I realize he did not do it alone and that he along with each one of the other committee members strived together to make each event unforgettable for us. 

Although I was not able to attend many of the events, the reviews provided by those that did attend told of the grand time had by all that were there and spoke to the labor of love that the entire committee provided.

In reading his email, he too is to be commended "for the many contributions that he made throughout the years" and for his personal time and energy sacrificed for the preparation of each event.  As he so eloquently stated in his email, and I agree, "McKinley Tech Alumni--Class of 1979--The Best Class to Ever Represent our Alma Mater"!!

Thank you James...and I wish you nothing but the best in whatever the future has for you.

Emmett Driggers

Greetings classmates! I take this time to get caught up and express my condolences to all who have lost their parents and other loved ones. Peace and Blessings that God alone gives. Until the October function, stay sharp! Be well!

Jed Dudley Worrell

Hello James {Grayton}

1.  Hey man, all were asking, is for you to continue your present duties until around {ahhhh} seventy-years of age.

2.  It’s the Fourth Quarter.  Thus, I’m going to contact Kenny {“Snake” Stabler} Wright.  The first prototypic left handed {southpaw} Inter-high quarterback.  So said, Washington Star newspaper sports writer, Donald Huff, who rendered this opinion circa 1978.  And for a contemporaneous point of corroboration, speak with David Jennifer. 

3.  We’re entering conclave and hopefully when were finished WE, {including Andre, who certainly understands your decision but implicitly wants you to remain on too} will  expel white smoke (fumata bianca) announcing your  re-selection to chair our Mckinley Tech 1979 Alumni proclivities, hence forth and forever more.

4.  One other thing Kennith {Wright}.  I acutely remember our late night jaunts gallivanting around the city in your green Nova/Pinto {I believe it was} listing to “Ring my Bell” on your AM radio station.  That’s all I choose to remember about those eclectic ventures {selective memory}.

5.  A quarterback and a kicker {some say}.

MCKINLEY TECH TECH

PS JAMES,  if you need ANYTHING don't hesitate - I'm going to be right there I promise - You ruffle wearing juggernaut - a true strong brother

Charmaine Thrower (Franklin)

Hello Class of '79 -

My heart is heavy.  With sadness I want to let you know that we have lost another classmate.  Please pray for the family of our dear brother, George Branch, who transitioned today.  We will provide the funeral arrangements once we receive that information.

Rest in Heavenly Peace George! 

We Love You!

Monica Carter

Hello Classmates. Rest In Paradise George, my condolences to his family.  Condolences to the familes of classmates who passed this year.

Bruce Holliday

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE BRANCH FAMILY.

Sheila Lyles

So sorry to hear of this news!   Wishing the Branch family grace during this time of bereavement.

Be well everyone!!

Gloria J Wilder (Magruder)

Wardell Howell Jr

George rest well in Paradise........ '79 Mate

Emmett Driggers

Thoughts and prayers to our Tech families as we have suffered heavy losses!  Blindsided again. I’m thankful for for the last fellowship with George and others at the men’s Reunion cook out last summer. Rest Brother George.

Charmaine Thrower (Franklin)

Classmates -

The service for George L. Branch, Jr., will be this Friday, December 13, 2019:

Viewing:  10 am

Service:  11 am

St. Matthews Baptist Church

2001 Brooks Drive

District Heights, MD 20747

Debra Dansby (Smith)

Kennetha Bolding

My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the Branch family.  Praying for comfor and strength at this difficult time.

Pamela Nixon (Nixon-Mckisset)

My family and I, bring heartfelt condelences to the Branch Family.  May God continue to bless Geroge spirit throughout his family. Rest in Peace Brother Geroge.

Eric Baltimore

Charmaine Thrower (Franklin)

Classmates -

Please pray for James Grayton and his family in the passing of their Mom on yesterday.

We will notify you when arrangements have been finalized.

Veronica "Tina" Lassiter (Hudson)

My deepest and sincere condolences go out to James and the Grayson family in the loss of their mom.  May God comfort and keep them strong during this very difficult time of bereavement.