Born May 10, 1941 was called home by the heavenly angels on Thursday, January 5, 2006. She leaves her loved ones to cherish her memory; her devoted husband, Thomas Theodore Hansford of 43 years; two sons, Frederick Golatt and Terrance Hansford; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother, Fred Mathis; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and devoted friends. The late Mrs. Hansford may be viewed at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 6634 St. Barnabas Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745, Thursday, January 12 from 9:30 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Interment Cedar Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by ROBERT G. MASON.
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John Westerlund
February 9, 2006
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. Mary you will be miss by all of us.
Ruby Anderson
February 9, 2006
May the Lord be with the Hansford family at this time of sorrow. Mary I will miss you dearly, you were my best friend and always will be in my heart. Love you forever.
tinnele hansford
February 8, 2006
hey granny we miss you so much i miss all the good times we have had in the pass and i will still remember the good times u are still here with us u are not gone and the family miss you so much you was very strong granny and i am here with u all the way so i will see you soon i love you so much granny love the family
GAYLE PATRICIA CRAIG
February 6, 2006
MaryDell,I picked up the phone to call you on Saturday, and realized that you were gone. There were times when we didn't talk for over a week but when we did we made up for lost time. I sincerely miss you and all the good tmes and laughs we share. Butch and I will continue to be a part of your family's life and will help whenever needed. Your friend Gayle Craig
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GAYLE PATRICIA CRAIG
February 6, 2006
MaryDell,I picked up the phone to call you on Saturday, and realized that you were gone. There were times when we didn't talk for over a week but when we did we made up for lost time. I sincerely miss you and all the good tmes and laughs we shared. Butch and I will continue to be a part of your family's life and will help whenever needed. Your friend Gayle Craig
ROBERT E. GRAYSON, JR
January 12, 2006
My condolences go out to the family
i meet mary 29 years ago she has been my friend every since mary was a fun loving person who love to joke around you will be missed.
Patrice Hansford Cheatham
January 11, 2006
Dear Uncle Tommy, We were all very sad to hear about the passing of Aunt Mary Dell. She had a warm and lovely spirit. Please call on me if I can do anything for you and the family.
Antionette Adams
January 11, 2006
I want to give my condolences to the Hansford family, during this time of grief and sorrow. May the Lord be you all and give you the strength to get over this mountain that sometimes seems to high to climb. From the Adams family (Audrey Ln)
SELENA HANSFORD-HALL
January 11, 2006
Marydell, you were a very kind and special person. Its takes a loving and kind heart to adhere to you knowing your stepchildren. we was always welcome, and was treated just like one of your own. We will miss you very much. Selena, Veronica, Wayne and David
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