Curtis Beulah

Chairman

Curtis Beulah, a 2015 graduate of the Harford Leadership Academy and a 2017 Graduate of the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance (University of Maryland), spearheaded the establishment of the “Hope for the Homeless Alliance,” to coordinate resources between Harford County Government and the Faith-Based community, to address the issue of homelessness in Harford County.

He serves as a Board Member of the Citizens Care Nursing Home. Curtis Beulah is also Harford County Councilman for District F, which area includes Havre de Grace, Gravel Hill and the area where Sgt. Hilton lived and where his family still resides.

Mr. Beulah is the Harford County Council Liaison to the Harford County Board of Education and the Route 40 Business Association. Curtis formerly served as the County Council Liaison to the Harford County Public Library, and to the Harford County Mental Health & Addictions Advisory Board. 

James D. Thornton

Vice-Chairman

James Thornton is Principal of the Thorwood Real Estate Group, LLC He acquired and successfully completed an extensive renovation of a 20,000 square foot building in Baltimore City that holds 15 apartment units. This project required Mr. Thornton’s involvement in all phases of the over $5 million project, including acquisition, construction, marketing, and leasing.

He is also a former Senior Vice President of MBNA, where he was tasked with top-level negotiations with entities such as the NFL. Prior to that Mr. Thornton was a Vice President / General Manager of Sears Automotive, responsible for operations in over 800 stores nationwide.

More recently, Mr. Thornton successfully managed an AAHPP Grant for Hosanna School Museum’s property, the McComas Institute in Joppa, Maryland. He was the sole point of contact for aspects of this $100,000 project, which was successfully completed on budget. 

T. Roxann Redd-Wallace

Secretary

Roxann Redd-Wallace is a native of Harford County. She served 23 years in the United States Air Force, retiring in 2002 as a Master Sergeant. She worked as a Military Training Instructor and Substance Abuse Counselor.

After retirement, she was certified as a Nursing Assistant, working with senior citizens in Harford County. She worked at the Hosanna School Museum from 2017-2019 as Program & Education Coordinator.

Ms. Redd-Wallace joined the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund in 2017 because of a deep desire to see the many contributions of Harford County's African American citizens acknowledged and celebrated.

David Woods

Treasurer

David Woods is the treasurer of the Board. Mr. Woods is a community leader, veteran, and advocate for service who has dedicated much of his life to strengthening communities and helping others succeed. A former U.S. Navy Fire Controlman who served nine years on active duty, he later built a distinguished career with the United States Postal Service, retiring as a Postmaster after nearly two decades of leadership and public service.

Throughout his career, Mr. Woods has remained  involved in community development, nonprofit leadership, and volunteer service. As the founding Executive Director of the EPICENTER at Edgewood, he helped create programs that addressed food insecurity, youth development, homelessness, and financial literacy. His civic engagement has included service with United Way, the Harford County Board of Ethics, and numerous local initiatives focused on improving quality of life for residents.

Mr. Woods lives in Edgewood with his wife and is the proud father of three adult children and grandfather of four. He is passionate about preserving history, supporting veterans, and ensuring that future generations understand and appreciate the sacrifices of those who came before them.

Sue Nappi

Sue Nappi's career has centered on service, strategy, and community impact. That mission includes preserving the stories of Harford County’s African American Civil War soldiers.

As a board member of the SGT Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Foundation, Ms. Nappi works to ensure these men are remembered, their graves documented, and their contributions recognized. She believes history is most powerful when it is personal—and I am committed to bringing these stories forward with dignity, accuracy, and heart.

Previously, Ms. Nappi dedicated eight years as Executive Director of the Army Alliance, Inc., supporting the missions and workforce of Aberdeen Proving Ground. Earlier, she served as Deputy for Strategic Plans and Programs for the U.S. Army Communications‑Electronics Command, leading major initiatives in strategic planning, knowledge management, and strategic communications.

She holds an M.S.M. from the Florida Institute of Technology and a B.S. in Business Administration (Marketing) from The College of New Jersey.

Evelynn P. Clayton



Mrs. Evelyn P. Claytonis a Harford County native, currently residing in Churchville, Maryland. She is a graduate of Harford County’s formerly segregated school system.

Ms. Clayton was previously employed with the Maryland State Department of Education, Baltimore, Maryland, and with the Harford County District Court.

She is a lifetime member of Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial American Legion Post 55 in Bel Air, and a Founding member of the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund committee. An active member of Ames United Methodist Church, where she has worshipped her entire life, Mrs. Clayton hopes to help bring about an awareness of African Americans’ contributions to the history of Harford County

Diane Sengstacke



Diane Sengstacke is a founding member at Sengstacke Law LLC and President of Home Title Co. of MD, Inc.

She earned her law degree from University of Baltimore School of Law and her associates degree from Villa Julie College. She also earned a bachelor's degree from Towson University.

Owen Fowlkes

Owen Fowlkes is a Native Marylander born and raised in Baltimore City. A retired Army Chemical Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, he served over 24 years of Active-Duty service.

Owen attends APG Gospel Service, on the Usher team, Men’s Ministry leader, and volunteers with the Sharing Table at Prince of Peace Church in Edgewood. He is Adjutant at SGT Alfred B. Hilton Memorial American Legion Post #55 since August 2020.

Owen currently works as an Operations Officer for Project Manager Tactical Network (Janus Research Group).

A die-hard Baltimore Ravens and Orioles fan, he holds a Bachelor of Professional Studies degree from Excelsior University.

Godfrey Clayton

Mr. Godfrey Clayton is a former substitute teacher at Central Consolidated School (now Hickory Elementary), in Harford County’s formerly segregated school system. He holds a B.S. in Business Education from Maryland State College.

After serving honorably in the U.S. Army, Mr. Clayton became Harford Counties first Black Parole and Probation Officer, a position he held for 36 years. He is a lifetime member of Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial American Legion Post 55 in Bel Air, and a lifetime member of Kappa Alpha Psi Faternity. Beginning in 2016 as Post 55 Commander, he made the Post available for meetings of Campaign 42 which helped bring Sgt. Hilton to public awareness around the County.

Godfrey is a member of Ames United Methodist Church and a Founding Member of the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Foundation.