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James Washington Obituary
James E. Washington, 78, of Spring Township, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2015, at 11:12 a.m. in his home.
He was the husband of Susan M. (Moyer) Washington. Born in Harrisonburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late Dilmon D. and Thelma F. (Franklin) Washington.
He attended McCann School of Business and received a certificate in computer languages.
Mr. Washington served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and held a longtime service position at GPU as a computer analyst until his retirement.
In addition to his wife, Susan, he is survived by his son, James E. Washington II, husband of Pamela G. Washington, of Reading; and his daughter, Alicia A. Lee of Reading.
Mr. Washington is also survived by his step-daughter, Kristen T. Weber, wife of William H. Weber, of Marietta, Georgia; and his step-sons, William L. Thompson and Stephan B. Thompson, both of Reading; along with 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Celebration of Life Tribute Service will be held in Bean Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, North 16th & Rockland Streets, Hampden Heights, Saturday, September 5, 2015, at 3:00 p.m. Kathy L. Lentz, Certified Celebrant will officiate. Interment will be held in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The family will receive relatives and friends Saturday 2-3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605, in memory of Mr. James E. Washington.
Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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James Washington II
September 8, 2015
Thank you to everyone who took the time to send your condolences, your prayers or made it to my father's Celebration of Life. Words can not express how wonderful it was to feel your compassion. Sincerely, Jim
Keith Stamm @ Family
September 6, 2015
To the Washington Family, My Deepest Sympathy
Robert Kerecz
September 6, 2015
Condolences to Susan and the entire Washington Family.
Robert and Christina Kerecz
Bernville, PA.
Matt Lubas
September 5, 2015
Jim, Pam and Tyler, my sincerest condolences for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Linda Kauffman
September 5, 2015
Jim, Pam and Tyler, my sincerest condolences for your loss. Jim, I only met your Dad one time, but he made a lasting impression on me as of a wonderful, charming, humorous gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
John Santoro
September 4, 2015
Jim and Pam Cheryl and want to share our condolences for your loss. I also wish I could be there Saturday for you but I am in the hospital. I wish you both my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
September 4, 2015
My Sympathy to the Washington Family.
Kathi Mclaughlin
Karousel Stables Birdsboro Pa.
Denice and Mike DeAntonio
September 4, 2015
Jim, Pam,Tyler, you are in our prayers. May you find comfort I your memories.
Denice and Mike DeAntonio
September 4, 2015
Jim,Pam, Tyler you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories.
Ronald Burden
September 3, 2015
James Washington aka "Sonny" & "Washtub". When I returned home from Vietnam, someone had to drive approx. 70 miles each way, late at night to pick me up. It was "Washtub" who did it. James was a very nice person, a good man and a good father. If the world had more people like him, THE WOHLE WORLD WOULD BE A BETTER PLACE". To his family I offer my condolences.
Alicia Lee
September 3, 2015
Hi Daddy, thank you for being the best dad a girl could ask for. You never judged me. You were always there to help me through tough decisions. Your sense of humor makes me laugh right now thinking about it. I appreciate you so much. All my love Alicia
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