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James Pendleton Obituary

III DOVER James N. Pendleton III, 72, died unexpectedly of cardiac arrest Thursday, June 23, 2011, at the York Hospital. He was the husband of Carol F. (Smith) Pendleton. There will be no viewing. Following cremation, there will be a memorial service Saturday, July 9, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 2nd St., Lancaster. The family will receive visitors at 10:30 a.m. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Kelly Singleton. Mr. Pendleton was born in Kanacanak, Ala. He was a son of the late James N. and Mary (Morrison) Pendleton, Jr. Mr. Pendleton was a psychologist with PA Counseling and spent much of his life in social work, most recently at York School District. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two sons, James N. Pendleton IV and his wife Colleen, John Pendleton and his wife, Teri; one daughter, Deeann Hertzler and her husband, Paul; two granddaughters, Olivia and Violet Hertzler; two sisters, Joy Pendleton and Joanne Kennedy; a half brother, Tony Schuerch; three step daughters, Joanne Grimes, Donna Curtis and her husband, Gary, Terese Fein and her husband, Eric; and three step grandchildren, Matthew and Melinda Curtis and Sarah Fein. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jean. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lancaster Metaphysical Church, 610 2nd St., Lancaster, PA. www.workinger- semmel.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Jun. 27, 2011.

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Glen Mazis

July 8, 2011

What I will remember most about Jim are his smiling eyes and his whole face crinkling, caught up in the spirit of joyfulness and warmth. He was such a kind man and a thoughtful person. Jim was a philosopher at heart and seemed to embrace both humans in need and the natural world. He was a helper and a giver. His sense of humor and laugh were contagious. As Judith, my wife, noted, he performed our long, long wedding service with grace and a blessing spirit. He was the kind of person who would make your day better by having had a word with him. A life dedicated to service and exploring the cosmos was Jim's life--an excellent life. Best of luck on your travels, Jim, and thanks for being.

Lena Lansinger

June 30, 2011

My heart aches for you as you grieve JIm's departure. You can rest assured that his great smile is adding to the lustre of Eternity.

Deborah Noll

June 30, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the Pendleton family. Jim was a terrific person and will be greatly missed by the staff and students of William Penn.

Traci Mosley

June 28, 2011

It was a pleasure to know Jim, he was such a kind, gentle and humble man. The students and the staff that he interacted with here at York High were fortunate to have him as a confidant and sounding board. As a person that enjoyed gardening, it was great to discuss that with him. In fact before he left for the summer, he came to see me in the main office to give me a gift of seeds, in a little homemade box. I will miss him.

Wille House

June 28, 2011

"My deepest condolences to Jim and his family.I will truly miss him and that great personality.

Judith Kennedy

June 27, 2011

Jim married my husband and I and was a shining light wherever he went. I would see him going into the homes of young people in the city and know he was a comfort and a dear nurturer to inner city teenagers at William Penn Highschool. My heart goes out to his loving wife who has such faith in the continuation of life and to all of those young people who will feel the loss of this great souled gentle and wise man. All Blessings Dear Jim and family, May we all aspire to be like Jim. judith and glen kennedy mazis

Judy Prescott

June 27, 2011

I knew Jim through his work at York H.S. He was a wonderfully sensitive and caring man whose kindness was contagious. He will stay in the hearts of all those young people he helped as well as his coworkers...My prayers are with your family...my deepest sympathy for you loss.

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