Photo courtesy of Thornton Funeral Home, P.A. - Indian Head
Jul 30, 1945 - Aug 8, 2011
To my Big Brother Jimmy, I will miss you so much. Gone too soon. Tell Mom and Grandma Bruce HELLO. I know you are in a better place, no more suffering. You will forever be in my HEART. To my sisters and brothers, Veronica and Bug, stay strong. He is in GODs care now. Until we see each other again. LOVE YOU, my DEAR BROTHER.
Deborah Payne
August 17, 2011 | Clinton, MD
Please know that you don't walk this part of your path alone. May your burden be lightened with the Love and Light of God and the fellowship of loving friends.
Wes Dias
August 17, 2011 | Washington, DC
Ronni & Family,
Extending my deepest sympathy on the loss of your love one.My prayers are with you and your family.You are grieving now,but remember our GOD words"...That whosover believeth in him should not perish,but have eternal life" (John 3:14)
Mary Smith (Birmingham,Al)
August 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bridgette, Barbara, Robin, Shelly Lee
August 17, 2011 | La Plata, MD
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Thornton Funeral Home
August 17, 2011 | Indian Head, MD
Diane Matthews
August 14, 2011 | King George, VA
Browder, James Rudolph, Sr. "Jim" "Jimmy" (Age 66) of La Plata, Maryland.ObituaryJames Rudolph Browder, Sr., was born on July 30, 1945, in Indian Head, Maryland to his birth mother Lillian Juanita Dyson Payne. He was adopted by Lillian Browder Bruce and James G. Browder, who all have preceded him in death. He was the oldest of seven siblings.He departed his life on Monday, August 8, 2011, at the Charles County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (CCNRC) in La Plata, Maryland.James was raised and educated in the Charles County area. During his teen years he resided in the Washington, DC area. James returned to Charles County and received an Outstanding Performance diploma in completing the External High School Program in 1989 and received a GED. James served in the U.S. Army for six years, during the Vietnam War.James was united in holy matrimony to Delores Contee in 1966 and from that union they had two children, Veronica and James Browder, Jr.James was a "Jack of all Trades". He had various employments, but truly enjoyed driving trucks. He was employed and retired from the Coca-Cola Company after 30 years of service. He also had a passion for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Later, he was a part-time driver for Thornton Funeral Home and his last employment was with Lady's Liquors in La Plata, Maryland. James enjoyed interacting with people at all times.James converted from Methodist to Catholic. Later he joined the Knights of Saint John. He was also a member of the American Legion – Post 170. James truly enjoyed traveling, playing cards, playing lotteries, fishing, bowling and dancing. He also was an avid Washington Redskins fan. All in all, he loved life.He leaves to cherish his memories one daughter – Veronica, one son, James Browder, Jr., and Kendo Batson, who is like a son, one grandson, Damien J. Smith, two great grandchildren, Damiya and Damien D. Smith and six siblings: William Matthews, Barbara Vaughan, Deborah Payne, Sherman Payne, Brigitte Hawkins, Ronald Payne, one uncle, Preston Dyson (wife Olivia) of Florida and two aunts, Roxie Bell of Connecticut and Agnes Smith (husband George) of Maryland. Finally, there is a long list of other relatives and friends.Viewing, 8:30am until 9:30am; Tribute Service, 9:30am on Thursday, August 18, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 201 St. Mary's Avenue, La Plata, Maryland. Interment, Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Maryland
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