DeAndre Alonzo Acree

De’Andre Alonzo Acree was born December 26, 1990 to Jeanetta Acree and Keith Baynard at Easton Memorial Hospital. De’Andre transitioned to heaven on July 13, 2023. De’Andre resided in Hagerstown, Maryland where he was employed at Parker Plastic. De’Andre, also known as “Big Man” to his family and friends, received his formal education in the Caroline County Public School System and later received his GED in Waldorf, MD in 2009. 

Since an early age, De’Andre has always been family oriented. “Big Man'' always loved to laugh and tell jokes to keep everyone around him in good spirits. He could brighten up the entire room with his bright smile and contagious laughter. He always had a magnetic presence that could attract everyone to know him and love him. “Big Man” mastered the ability to control any room he entered to make everyone laugh and smile even in the toughest times. He loved watching Anime, playing basketball and would never turn down the chance to eat a good meal with the family.” Big Man '' was an adventurous spirit that loved to travel and explore new places. He also enjoyed dancing, listening to music, and shopping for “fresh” clothes. “Big Man” was known for giving everyone a funny nickname that they would always remember. In his spare time he loved to freestyle rap. He aspired to become a counselor and help others in need. 

De’Andre leaves to cherish his memories, his parents Jeanetta Acree and Keith Baynard of Ridgely, MD. Three precious children: Trenton Acree (St. Micheals, MD), De’Jour Acree (Federalsburg, MD) and Julian Acree(Cambridge MD). Five sisters: Deja Acree (Dwayne) of District Heights, MD) Kendra Baynard-Griffin (Bryant) of Virginia, Farren Jenkins (Salisbury,MD), Kishanae Baynard (Bailtmore, MD) and Kenyajah Baynard (Cambridge MD). Two Brothers: Chad Baynard (Elizabeth) of Federalsburg, MD and Keith Baynard(Baltimore, MD). Grandparent: Oneida Baynard of Cordova, MD. Two Uncles: Franklin Acree(Rosa) of North Carolina and Paul Baynard III of Cordova. Six Aunts: Cheryl Baynard (Salisbury MD), Sharon Jones(Gary) of Federalsburg MD, Tracy Baynard (Cambridge MD), Shontel Brooks (Glen Burnie MD), Sheriann Rivera and Sheralynn Hammock of Long Island, New York; nephews: Chad Baynard,Noah Baynard, Dionysus Butler; nieces; Chilaa and ZyKaraa Griffin, a host of beloved cousins and very supportive partner Jasmine Johns. 

In addition, De’Andre was preceded in death by his Grandmother Elva Acree, Great Grandmother Marian(Petie)Acree, Grandfathers:Paul (Butch)Baynard II and Norris Newman.

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