Judith Mae Pennington

Judith Mae Pennington, 69, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020, at her home in Chester, Maryland. She was born to the late Robert M. Pennington, Sr and Ila Mae Pennington. Judith attended Robert E. Peary High School in Rockville, Maryland. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University where she earned a degree in history. She spent the majority of her career at the law firm of Rothwell, Figg, and Ernst in Washington D.C. where she worked her way up to office manager. She earned letters of appreciation, annual bonuses, and a company-funded trip to Europe. Travel was a passion for Judith. She made numerous trips to Europe and the Far East immersing herself in the history and culture of other countries. She often returned with gifts of books and artwork. Like her father, Judith loved to read, her home was filled with thousands of books. Her deep interest in history was well represented in her collection with extensive sections on American and world history. She also enjoyed the classics including the complete set of Jane Austen novels and the entire original set of Harry Potter. She had an impressive set of master classic works. Interestingly, she had comprehensive collection of cook books ranging from early-American cookery to international cuisine. She belonged to several book clubs. Judith had an affinity for nature and animals. She created a lush and colorful backyard that was very pleasing and a wildlife habitat providing food, water and shelter. At feeding time, the yard would come alive attracting blue jays, humming birds, and warblers among others. Like her mother, Judith loved cardinals. She created a special mix of seeds and peanuts to lure them, it worked. Squirrels would scurry including a unique little black one that showed up every day. Often Judith would relax on her back porch listening to and observing her creation. While Judith did not have any pets, she become close friends with two neighborhoods cats, one white with tan spots, the other black. They would peer into her porch screen door and she fed them treats. They showed their appreciation with head bonks and leg rubbing. Judith is survived by her sisters, Patricia Pennington and Sharon Pennington, and her brother, Robert Pennington, Jr. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Arrangements were provided by Fellows, Helfenbein and Newman Funeral Home of Chester, Maryland.

Judith Mae Pennington

April 28, 1951 - October 19, 2020