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ETHEL MARDEN Obituary
ETHEL COX MARDEN (Age 100)
Of McLean, VA died on May 28, 2012 at Capital Caring Hospice, Arlington, VA. She was born on July 3, 1911 in Abilene, TX to the late George Milton and Rose Etta Hobson Cox. Ethel worked for the Federal Government as a mathematician and administrator, serving as Deputy Director of the Bureau of Standards, where she participated in the creation of the first computer languages. Ethel was the beloved wife of the late Luis Marden, with whom she travelled all over the world. She is survived by caring friends, nieces and nephews.Interment will be private. Arrangements by Money and King Funeral Home, Vienna, VA.
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Karl and Cecile Wilder
June 8, 2012
Karl and I were fortunate to know Ethel for many, many years. Karl worked with Ethel at the National Bureau of Standards in Washington DC.
Karl and I fondly remember a weekend with Ethel in Baja Mexico. Ethel, with her usual panache, was swimming in the hotel pool adjacent to the dining room and gave everyone an Esther Williams demonstration.
We will miss her.
Ethel Marden
Dick Thomas
June 5, 2012
Renee Jasper
June 4, 2012
Ethel was an inspirational figure of many dimensions. She led a gang of math grads to excellent work and lots of fun. It was an amazing experience to work with her. We all miss her leadership and charm.
Karen Anderson
June 4, 2012
Visiting Ethel's beautiful house overlooking the Potomac when I was a child kindled my interest in design. Her world travels opened my eyes to other cultures. She lived and worked ways that inspired others to explore. Thank you, Ethel!
June 4, 2012
Ethel was a wonderful friend and colleague It was a privilege to have know her.
Ruth Anderson, Naples, Florida
Dick (R.B.) Thomas
June 3, 2012
To know Ethel was a gift. She was a great colleague and friend, with an elegant blend of intelligence, style, and wit. She will be forever with us.
Genevie Urban
June 3, 2012
Ethel was a beloved friend of mine. We worked together at the National Bureau of Standards for many years. She was Maid of Honor at my wedding in 1956. She was a grand and classy Lady.
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