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Joan Pennington Obituary

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Joan Mae Pennington
May 30, 1938 - January 21, 2018
Joan Mae Pennington went home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2018. Joan was born in Colorado Springs on May 30, 1938 and grew up in Calhan.
Joan was preceded in death by her beloved: son, Patrick; great-grandchild, Josiah; parents, John and Helen Murin; and sister, Marion (Thomas).
Joan is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Roger, married for 58 years. Joan is also survived by her loving children: Mike (Denise), John (Andrea), Mark (Naomi), Paul (Sharon); her loving grandchildren: Nicole, Daniel (Krista), John (Jamie), Christopher (Sarah), Jenny, Joseph, Dalton; her loving great-grandchildren: Joseph; Gabriella; Owen.
Joan loved worshiping the Lord and she loved spending time with her husband and family. She was also a long-time parishioner at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, where she served as a dedicated Sunday School teacher for over forty years and where she also enjoyed tending their garden.
A rosary will be held at 9:30a.m., prior to the funeral mass which begins at 10:00a.m., on Friday, January 26, 2018 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3122 Poinsetta Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 24, 2018.

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Pari Pearson

January 30, 2018

Roger, Mike, John, Mark, Paul and families; Joanie was such a wonderful cousin and sister in faith. I will always remember how thrilled she was when I became Catholic. She was super supportive. I will miss her smile and kind ways. You and her are in my prayers.

Colleen Pellant

January 28, 2018

My daughter and I met Roger and Joan at Grant Elementary School, and Holy Trinity. She was a beautiful, kind woman who was always smiling. My daughter became very close to the two of them. Rest in peace sweet Joan.

Rich, Terri, Dalton and Natalie Parks

January 25, 2018

Pennington Family: We were so very sorry to hear of Joan's passing. She was truly one of the sweetest people we knew. May God be with you all through this terribly difficult time.

Terry Hekkers

January 25, 2018

Joan was/is a saint. Her devotion to Holy Trinity was never ending. I will miss you and your beautiful smile. May you Rest In Peace with our loving God

Chris Hermes

January 25, 2018

Over the years that I knew Joan, it was obvious that she rejoiced in the time she spent with her family. Her devotion to Holy Trinity Parish can be measured by the countless hours she spent there; be it, religious education, daily mass, or ensuring that its flower garden was well maintained, which is what one first witnesses when entering by way of the east door. Throughout it all, she remained compassionate during these often hectic times, always with a contagious smile and even made some time to visit with a friend.

Judy Zezula

January 25, 2018

Such a sweet woman with a beautiful smile. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.

Paul & Virginia Pearson

January 25, 2018

Thoughts of deepest Sympathy are with you and yours at this time.

Bobbie and Jeff Jeffords

January 24, 2018

A Mother's love never dies. May the many sweet memories of your Mom's love bring you comfort and peace.

Carol Lydon

January 24, 2018

Joan opened her heart, her home and her arms with love to my sister Denise over 27 years ago. Our family in Massachusetts realized Denise gained another mom and dad and that Joan was always so dedicated to her family. May your faith and memories comfort you Roger, Mike, Denise, Chris, Joe and Jenny and all the Pennington families. Love, Carol, Jim, Shannon and James

Keith & Jamie Barilli

January 24, 2018

Thinking of you all through this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Norm and Jackie Stegeman

January 24, 2018

Roger and family, our deepest sympathy to you. Joan was a loving and caring person.

Carol Lydon

January 24, 2018

Joan opened her heart, her home and her arms with love to my sister Denise over 27 years ago. Denise let her family in Massachusetts realize she gained another mom and dad and that Joan was always so dedicated to her family. May your faith and memories comfort you Roger, Mike, Denise, Chris, Joe and Jenny and all the Pennington families. Love, Carol, Jim, Shannon and James

Marie Laurenza Edwards

January 23, 2018

Through my sister we came to know and love Joan. A warm welcoming, selfless soul. Doting grandmother ,devoted to her family . Our deepest sympathy Mike,Denise,Chris,Jenny,Joe
and to the entire family. May God comfort us in our grief and sorrow.

Linda O'Malley

January 23, 2018

Mike, Denise, Chris, Jennie & Joe: So Sorry for the loss of your Mother Joan, Mother In Law & Grandmother. My sister Denise always had such kind loving words for Joan. I know she will be sadly missed. I also want to express our sincere sympathy to your Father Roger & All your Families. May you all find comfort knowing Joan is "home" with her loved ones who passed. God Bless You All - Rest In Peace Joan.

Love, Linda, Butch & Cousins Dylan & Connor XO

Marie Logston

January 23, 2018

I love Joan and Roger, and all of you boys with all of my heart. Charles, Marie and Ariel Logston.


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Our granny and granpa who mean the world to us.

Chris, Jenny & Joe Pennington

January 22, 2018

Our granny was patient, kind, thoughtful, sweet and fun and she will be forever in our hearts. We love her always.

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