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Jennings Bredon Obituary



Jennings Dan Bredon, Jr., age 64, died peacefully at his home in Lewes, DE of natural causes on December 26, 2014. He was born on August 9, 1950 in Richwood, WV, son of Jennings Daniel Breedon of Lower Burrell, PA and the late Agnes Wynona Blankenship Breedon. Danny attended Penn State University and the University of Maryland, achieving his Masters Degree in Teaching and taught math for over 25 years, mostly at Old Mill Senior High School in Millersville, MD. His hobbies included boating, participating in activities relating to the Bodken Yacht Club, and spending time with friends and family. Danny is survived by his wife of 28 years, Patricia 'Patti" J. Barranger Bredon of Pasadena, MD; his stepson Mike Abbott (Michelle) of Pasadena, MD and stepdaughter Dana Cline (Rob) of Severna Park, MD; six grandchildren Brittainy, Kristen, Cara, Shelley, Riley and Garrett; three great-grandchildren; and five siblings: Nancy Distanislao of Harrisburg, PA, Patricia Donati of Clinton, PA, Christine Johnston of New Kensington, PA, Brent Breedon of Lawrenceville, GA, and Jeannette Pauli of Stevensville, MD. A Celebration of Danny's Life will be held in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made in Danny's memory to the AA County SPCA, 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403. (www.aacspca.org) Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes, DE. Please visit Danny's Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by The Capital Gazette on Dec. 31, 2014.

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Ron Price

January 4, 2015

Dear Patty, we are so sad to hear of your loss. Dan was a good friend and will be missed.

Michael Kallay

January 3, 2015

Very sad to hear of Mr. Bredon's passing (and he will always be "Mr. Bredon" to me); he was a teacher and mentor to me, and will live on fondly in my memories. My Condolences to Mr. Bredon'd family, but know that he was much beloved by his students.

Bobbi Remines

January 1, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dan was fun and interesting to teach with. May he rest in peace. Guess he is busy playing with Buka.

John Cary

December 31, 2014

My favorite teacher. Sorry to see ya go man. Rest in peace.

December 31, 2014

My condolences go out to the family and friends for your recent loss. During this trying time we have pleasant memories of our loved one. Be assured that the God of all comfort has your loved one tucked away in his memory too. May he console you with the positive hope of being able to see your loved one again.

December 31, 2014

Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy.
Dawn Wolf

Gary Johnson

December 30, 2014

Fare well and Peace!

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