Thomas Oliver Blandford was born on September 26, 1942 to Charles (deceased) and Lucille Blandford in Washington, DC. Thomas was known to many as "Booz". Thomas attended high school at Bates High School. After high school, Thomas decided to join the military and dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Army. Through the military, he traveled the world, where he was introduced to different types of people and culture.

Prior to his departure in the military, Thomas met his current wife, Joyce. They soon married and through their union came two sons. Thomas enjoyed fishing, swimming, scuba diving and working on cars.

Thomas was preceded in death by his father, Charles Blandford and brother, Benjamin. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife of 45 years, Joyce Blandford; two sons, Joel "Jerard" Blandford and Brian (Stephanie) Blandford and one granddaughter, Briana Blandford; his mother, Lucille Blandford; three brothers, Charles Blandford II (Burnette), Theodore Blandford and Bert Blandford; four sisters, Lorraine (Charles) Collins, Vicki Blandford, Jeanette Smith, and Jerusha (Rudy) Proctor and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Thomas was a wise man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior in his latter age and was baptized at Free Gospel Deliverance Temple. In his final resting days, Thomas was found reading Great Stories of Inspiration and Faith. He kept his faith strong even in his weakest hour. He never wavered in his faith that God will restore him to a place of utter peace. God has done just that for him when he called him home.

Visitation will be Thursday, February 4th from 8 to 9am, with Funeral Services immediately following visitation at Thornton Funeral Home – 3439 Livingston Road Indian Head, MD. Interment, Maryland Veteran Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway in Cheltenham, MD.

Arrangements provided by Thornton Funeral Home.