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2020
JOSEPH SCATES Obituary
Joseph E. Scates
Of Arlington, VA on August 30,2020 from complications of COVID-19. Born January 2, 1927. Son of the late John Earl and Alease V. Scates. Brother of the late Jack M. and Charles A. Scates. Joe was a graduate of Eastern High School and served in WWII as an Army Tech Sergeant in Italy April 1945 to November 1946. Received Bachelor and Master of Commercial Science from Strayer's Business College. Had a successful 40 year career in public accounting as a CPA, Senior Tax Manager. Joe was an active member of his retirement community and served as Treasurer of the Resident Council. He was an avid golfer playing until age 91, a fisherman, a Nats fan, former Redskins season ticket holder, and a walking encyclopedia on a number of subjects, mainly sports. An independent soul and a lifelong bachelor, he enjoyed western novels, model ship and airplane building, crossword puzzles, and breakfast at IHOP. He could brighten your day with a silly joke or even a slight of hand magic trick. Rest in peace cousin Joe. Graveside service private at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD.
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Pat Padgett
September 4, 2020
Joe and my husband, Bennie Padgett grew up across the street from each other in S.E. Washington and remained friends and golf buddies all their lives. He spent many Sundays at our house watching the Redskins. In later years we would meet for breakfast at Dennys. Bennie passed away two years ago. I'm sure he met his old friend.
Rick Padgett
September 4, 2020
Joe was one of my fathers best friends Benjamin H Padgett. I remember fishing with Joe as kid and going to Army Navy game in Philadelphia.
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