Howard Shorter
October 12, 1913 ~ March 6, 2008
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM in St. Luke's U.A.M.E. Church, Ridge, MD with Rev. Leroy Boldley officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.
Visitation:
Viewing/Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in St. Luke's U.A.M.E. Church, Ridge, MD from 10:00 - 11:00 AM.
Howard Shorter, 94, of Leonardtown, MD formerly of Scotland, MD died March 6, 2008 in St. Mary’s Hospital. Born October 12, 1913 in Scotland, MD he was the son of the late Mackinley and Helen Handy-White Shorter. He was preceded in death by his wife Geneva Listine on July 31, 1986, whom he married in 1934 in Scotland, MD. He is survived by his children: Melvin Bryant of Sterling, VA, Alice King of Uniontown, PA, Eddie Shorter of Washington, DC, Ethel Thompson and Helen Wedge both of Lexington Park, MD; siblings: Francis White of Eastern Shore, MD, Margaret White, Preston White and Virginia White all of Lexington Park, MD; 17 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and 19 great-great grandchildren. He is also preceded in death by his children: Ada Went and Clarence Shorter; siblings: Clara White, Lena White, Patsy White, Hilda White and Caleb White. Mr. Shorter was a life long St. Mary’s County resident, where he worked as a painter for the Patuxent River Naval Base. He received a Certificate of Devoted Service from St. Luke’s United Methodist Church and he was inducted into the “Saved By The Belt Club.” He was a member a member of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge F. and A.M. of Maryland from 1967-1970. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM in St. Luke’s U.A.M.E. Church, where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM with Rev. Leroy Boldley officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Thomas Gordon, Christopher Roach, Marcus Parker, Robert Jefferson, Robert White and Merwyn White. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Slyvester Barnes, Julian Taylor and Joseph Taylor, Jr.
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“As a Shorter, it is an honor to have the same last name that Granddaddy gave to the family. He was the strongest man I’ve ever met and I’d like to think I inherited that from him. He was a kind and gentle man and I hope that I can become even half the man he was. I’ll never forget who I am and I thank you for teaching me to be a real man. I love you Granddaddy.”
“Neicey, We’re sorry to hear about your Grandpapa. We know next to your children, he was your life, but what a life God gave him. Hold on to those memories; smile when you think of him and know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Continue to seek God’s word; remembering that He is your Comforter- and as the hours past, know that He will give you the strength to endure. “
“Niecey and Family, you have my deepest sympathy. “. . .as long as we are in these bodies we are not at home with the Lord.” Take comfort in knowing that your grandfather is at peace with the Lord. My prayers continue to go on for you.”
“Neicey and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Although there are no words strong enough to comfort you in this time of saddness, if you hold on to God’s unchanging hand, he will guide you with a sense of peace that will endure. Cherish the memories and support one another and know that I am here for you. “
“To Denise & Family, “Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.” You and your family have my deepest sympathy and you are in my prayers.”
“I offer you my deepest condolences in your time of sorrow. May your memories of your Grandfather bring you a lifetime of joy.”
“To Denise, Brittany & JaLin, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Hold dear to the memories and you know that Mr. Shorter was so proud of you.”
“To my wife Stephanie, also Neicey, Yolanda, Iris, Andre, Helen and the rest of the Shorter Family. My deepest condolences on the passing of Grandpa. It has been an honor to have known him. He was a gentleman and it was always a pleasure to be around him. You all are in my prayers. God bless.”
“Dear Stephanie I offer my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I did not know your Grandfather but knowing you I know he was a great man.”
“I’m sad that you had to go but I know your in a better place now. I will never forget you, even if I only met you once my memory of you, still burning within my heart forever Grandpa.”
“Stephanie, I’m very sorry for the lost of your Grandfather, I’m with you in this time of sorrow.”
“Stephanie I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of your Grandfather. I know how much you have loved him and my heart is with you my daughter.”
“To Ed Shorter; Accept our deepest sympathy on the lost of your dad. From:Candice,Eulanda,Dwayne,Leroy,Kathleen and Eileen.God Bless you Eddie.”
“Eddie, on behalf of AeroLink Transportation and associated Airport employees, I would like to extend our heart felt condolences to you and your beloved family. May his soul rest in peace and our prayers are with you. “
“Chanda, Rhonda, Neicey, Yvette and the rest of the Shorter Family, May God grant you the comfort and Peace that you desire during your time of sorrow. Don’t question God, for it’s his battle anyway. Just hold on to the memories that each of you have of your loved one and let that guide you through your storm. You all have my deepest and sincere sympathy. I will keep you all in prayer.”
“jalin..i want to say sorry about your loss.”
“My family prays that you find comfort knowing that your Grandpappa will always be with you.”
“Neicey know that or loving hearts embrace you and your family at this time of sorrow. “
“”I offer you my deepest sympathy during your time of sorrow.” Though we all feel that words can never be enough to heal during this time of sorrow let us pray and remember that God’s word will heal. My prayers have and will remain in your favor. I’m here for you all however and whenever you need me. “
“Neicey, I’m very sorry to hear about your loss…my prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. May God bless your family with peace and comfort during this difficult time. Darron”
“To Grandma Margaret, Aunt Virginia (Nen), Uncle Preston and Uncle Francis – May all of the joyful memories of your brother keep you comforted. For All of Uncle Howards’ children and grandchildren – May the Lord continue to bless your family and heal your hearts.”
“Denise and Family, my heart goes out to you during this time of bereavement. Neicey you are a god spirited person,(you have definitely taught me some things) maintain that faith and it will pull you through the tough times. I know your “GRANDPAPPA” was the world to you, cherish the memories. “For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened” (Matthew 7:8). “
“I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember to continue to live the VALUES he taught you. Much love. “
“Neicey and Family, I’m sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers go out to each of you.”
“Niecy and Family, With Heartfelt Sympathy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kim Butler and Family “
“May God Bless and keep you in my prayers. “
“My deepest condolences are with you. Love Always”
“To Neicey & family, my prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. “
“Neicy, Brittany and Jalin I morn with you at this time because of the lost of your Grandfather. I also rejoice with you for having the opportunity to have such an awesome man in your lives. One that gave you so many memories. He will live forever in your hearts. May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you forever.”
“TO THE FAMILY: YOU ALL HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE. CHERISH ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES. LOVE, MICHAEL, CATHY, AND CIERA YOUNG “
“Denise, Ja, Brit, you have my deepest sympathy. Grandpappa has left earth but you all will always have him in your hearts. I don’t know Grandpappa personally but through listening to you Denise, I feel like I do and I know you loved him greatly. Have peace knowing that he has gone on to be with loved one’s. My door is always open if you need me.”
“Eddie, please accept my sincere condolences on the death of your beloved father. Although words cannot adequately comfort you and your family at this time of bereavement, our consolation is that God knows best and your dad is safe and secure now in his heavenly home, free of pain and suffering. May he rest in peace and may God continue to comfort you and your family.”
“Eddie, at times like this we think we are prepared, but it is still hard to accept the loss of a loved one, especially one that you are so close to you. I have found peace in a poem entitled “Footprints in the sand” also know as “I had a Dream” in which the person recalls seeing two sets of footprints in the sand and then only one set. The one set is when he became tired and the Lord carried him from then on. Please rest assured that your Dad is now in the hands of the Lord and is with eternal peace. God Less you and your remaining family. Your Friend, “
“Denise and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know how much you loved and will miss your Grandfather. Please find peace in cherishing your life long memories of him.”
“=)miss you.”
“man this was my great grandfather and i loved him alot i just wish he was here and i miss him dearly.. can’t noone take this man’s place..”
“wow,its been a year since we lost you, to tell you the truth i still can’t believe it..you were the greatest man alive and when i think back you were like a father to me..i called you when i could and we talked for about an hour…i loved hearing your voice and i really miss you oh gosh its hard to explain how i feel about your death..i cannot wait to see you in heaven. i love you oh so much and miss you like crazy i never got to say thank you for all those years you gave me and myeesha those big box of hot pockets but thank you so much and rest in peace..”