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Obituary

Dean James Pennington, 80, of Arlington, VA passed away on March 11, 2007 after a [long] battle with [heart failure].



James was born on [6/6/1926] to [English Immigrants] in [Washington, DC]. After graduating from [Dunbar High School] in [1944], he went on to study [Philosophy] at [George Washington University].


After graduation, he landed his first job as a [dean] for [Salvation Army] for [3 years]. In [1950], he met [Helen Jane], and they wed in …

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What were James's favorite local spots?
His son called out “San Diego” at one game. He also called out”Kill them at Mt. Sha…
His son called out “San Diego” at one game. He also called out”Kill them at Mt. Shasta. ”
His son called out “San Diego” at one game. He also called out”Kill them at Mt. Shasta. ”
What were James's favorite artists or styles of art?
Raphael.
Raphael.
Raphael.
What were James's favorite books?
The Great Gatsby.
The Great Gatsby.
The Great Gatsby.
What were James's favorite drinks?
7 Up.
7 Up.
7 Up.

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Born

June 6th, 1926
George Washington University Hospital, 23rd Street Northwest, Washington, DC
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Graduated from college

1948
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
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Got married to Helen Pennington-Anderson

May 10th, 1955
Alexandria, VA

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Cause of death

Heart failure

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Fairfax Memorial Park

9900 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22032
Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home
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