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David Penman Obituary

David D. Penman departed this world on December 21, 2012, in Columbia, Mo. David retired from the City of Colorado Springs Utilities after 40 years of service as a linesman and Electric Distribution Control Operator. He also served two years in the U.S. Army's Quartermaster Corp in Fort Lee, Va. David graduated from Manitou High School in 1957 and lived most of his life in Manitou Springs. He married his wife (Arlene) of 52 years at the Community Congregational Church. He coached YAL football and was active in the Manitou Springs Volunteer Fire Department in his younger years. Fly fishing, traveling, watching the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies, and his grandchildren were what he enjoyed most in recent years. One of the highlights of his retirement was watching Game 7 of the 2011 World Series with his son from the best seats in the Stadium. He was preceded in death by his parents Dave and Vera (Bader) Penman. He is survived by his wife, Arlene; two children, Shawn Penman of Albuquerque, N.M. and Scott (Amy Gossett) Penman of Columbia Mo. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Evangeline Arlene and David Alexander of Columbia, Mo. These two grandchildren brought him immense joy. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Sterling and Pat Penman of Fort Mohave, Ariz; brother and sister in-laws, Phil & Cathy Karr of Manitou Springs and Scott and Doris Hendricks of Manitou Springs. He enjoyed his seven grand-nieces and nephews and their fourteen children. Memorial services will be held Saturday, December 29, at 10:30 AM at the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Avenue, Manitou Springs. The family has requested no flowers but remembrances can be sent to Fountain Creek Restoration Project c/o Pikes Peak Community Foundation 730 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

Published by The Gazette on Dec. 27, 2012.
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He was a class act

Tom allee

October 15, 2022

A good, decent an honorable man

Tom Allee

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December 21, 2019

Dear Arlene,Shawn,Scott and families, A day does not go by that I do not think of Dave, remember his smile and laugh ot think of all the things you all did to help me out. Thank you all so much. You are all in my prayers daily. Sincerely Leslie

January 20, 2013

Arlene, Shawn, and Scott - We never got to see a lot of David, living so far apart, but I always enjoyed every time we were together, no matter how brief. Our prayers are with you always.

Jerry Beier

January 9, 2013

Shawn: Your family is in my deepest thoughts and prayers. Please accept my condolences. Love, Roxanne Sikes, First Congregational Church of UCC

Roxanne Sikes

January 5, 2013

Arlene, our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Faber Family

January 3, 2013

My prayers going out to the penman family. A very special gentlemen you have lost. My condolences.

Don Henley

January 3, 2013

My condolences to the Penman family.

William Shumard

January 3, 2013

Dear Shawn and Family,
My thoughts are for you--I send you love, Chandra

Chandra Bales

December 31, 2012

Arlene, My deepest sympathies to you and your family in David's loss. Karen Kimler Crews

December 31, 2012

From the Johnson family-Lynda,Buddy and the girls-Dejon,Erin,and Felecia, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Penman family. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

December 30, 2012

So tremendously sorry for your loss. RIP Dave, you are greatly missed. Prayers and good wishes for your family as they move forward in their life without you here.

Lyn Osburne

December 30, 2012

Dear Penman Family,

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. We understand all too well the sadness you are feeling and send our deepest prayers and sympathies to your family. Cherish the memories and know two great friends were there to meet him! Fondly, Craig, Julie, Ashley and Abbey Brooks

Craig and Julie Brooks

December 29, 2012

Dear Arlene, Sending my Love to you. I am praying that God gives you, His Great Peace and love. Linda, David and David Jr

Linda Hartman

December 29, 2012

Dear Arlene and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May your many memories of love and happiness be a comfort you at this most difficult time. God bless you.

Ray & Rayetta Thomas

December 29, 2012

RIP Dave and may God bless your family in these difficult times. I enjoyed working with you over the years at Colorado Springs Utilities, you were always there to lend a helping hand when needed. I remember the standing phrase of referring to you as the mayor of Manitou because you were there so long. You will be missed but certainly not forgotten. Thanks for the memories ole buddy!

Bob Herholz

December 29, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

Kim White Kleinschmit

December 28, 2012

Dear Arlene and family, I was so sad to hear about David. I have such fond memories of him as part of our Lincoln neighborhood. I remember him walking down the street in the evening with a drink in his hand and a ready smile. I remember when he came running to my rescue when I was doing some "home repair" to the light switch. He will be greatly missed. Linda Craig

December 28, 2012

Mrs. Penman, I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bonnie Buck

December 28, 2012

Mr. Penman and his family were a permanent fixture in my childhood, what a blessing to be your neighbor. I can still see your smile and smell your pipe as you drive by...

autum romano

December 27, 2012

Scott--
I was visiting with the Kuhns on 12/23/12 when Kathryn said that she had heard about your Dad's unexpected death.
I have been praying for you and the rest of your family ever since.
Kathy (Kahl) Gloff and Howie Gloff

December 27, 2012

It has been truly a highlight, almost every Thursday, to serve Dave his cheeseburger and french fries. All of us at Mountain Shadows are sending our sympathy and prayers to his family. We will miss him and his smile.

Kasie Swain

December 27, 2012

our deepest sympathies to Arlene and all the penman family! vern and kathy thomson(yager).

December 27, 2012

God bless David and his family.

Tom Allee

December 27, 2012

Until we meet again my friend. You will be missed.

Lillian Williams

December 27, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. Dave was one of the good guys and it was an honor to work with him in Operations.

Barb McIntosh

December 27, 2012

Dear Shawn,

Tom and I extend our sympathies to you and your family at the loss of your father. May pleasant memories help you through this difficult time.

Amy and Tom Budge

December 27, 2012

Dear Arlene, my heart goes out to you and your family.

December 27, 2012

Dear Shawn,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, your Daddy gave you a life time of love with that embrace one another, and be strong.
Blessings,
Shirley, Raymond, Jacqueline and Arianna

Shirley Baros

December 27, 2012

Dear Arlene and family, our hearts are joined with yours as you move through this difficult time. Please feel our love.

Marty and Laurie Murphy

December 27, 2012

Rest in Peace Uncle Dave. Will miss your smiling face and the love you always showed to me and my family.

Marty and Laurie Murphy

December 27, 2012

My sincerest sympathies. David was a loving and caring husband, father, father-in-law to my daughter, and grandfather to my grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.
Brenda Gunter

December 27, 2012

Rest in peace my good friend.And god bless your family.

Michael Montoya

December 27, 2012

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