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James Rector Obituary



RECTOR JAMES WOODFORD RECTOR Of Fairfax, VA died on Monday, January 28, 2008 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born October 1, 1925 in Pleasant Valley, VA. He was the son of the late Irene B. Shirley and Russell Edward Rector. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nina (Pete) Rector; son, William "Billy" D. Rector and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Mae Cross and Lorraine Cornett; and brother, Edward R. Rector. Jim was a Veteran of the United States Navy and served his country from 1944 to 1946 during World War II. He was a loving husband, devoted father and friend and will be missed by all of those whose life he touched. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Adams-Green Funeral Home, 721 Elden Street, Herndon, VA. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, January 31, 1 p.m. at Sterling Cemetery, Sterling, VA. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to the National Foundation for Cancer Research. www.nfcr.org

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 29, 2008.

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Pat & Diana McColgan

January 31, 2008

May god give you strength through this difficult time.

I remember meeting Rector when my husband first got a job at Browns Arlington Honda, 26 years ago. I thought he was the nicest man I had ever met. I always looked forward to the Holiday parties so that I could sit and talk to the both of you and listen to all the stories he liked to tell. He will be dearly missed!

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Ray Cross

January 30, 2008

Uncle Jim you will be greatly missed. Don't you worry about Aunt Pete and Billy we will be looking out for them. I love you with all my heart.
Love Ray

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