BORN

1935

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Karlo-Libby Funeral Home

5000 Everhard Road NW

Canton, Ohio

William Pennington Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 21, 2013.

William (Bill) Leo Pennington went to be with Jesus, his Savior, on Monday, August 19, 2013. He was at Aultman North Therapy where he exercised weekly and experienced Ventricular Arrhythmia (high heart beat). He didn't suffer but was gone immediately. He was taken to downtown Aultman and was pronounced dead. He was a native of Siloam Springs, AR. Bill completed High School and joined the U.S. Navy. After four years in the Navy he came back to Siloam Springs and attended John Brown University, a Christian College whose founder, John Brown Sr., was from the Salvation Army. He graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Bill also was a member of the Arkansas National Guard. He married Wilma Marie Wood, also a graduate of JBU. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 18, 2013. They lived in Bloomington, IN for four years while Bill worked at Sarkes Tarzian in Quality Control, then at Central Coil for six months. He then accepted a job at Diebold Inc. in the Alarm Division Tech Support and retired after 34 years in 2001.

Bill grew up in Southern Baptist Church in Arkansas and attended the same denomination in Bloomington. When in North Canton, OH he attended Trinity Baptist for 15 years and Cathedral of Life in Canton, OH for 31 years where he served as Head Usher. He loved to read his Bible, Christian books, and Reader's Digest, playing his guitar, liked nature, listening to sports, and sing. Bill was a loving husband. He was diligent and faithful in all ways of life. Honest and devoted, he enjoyed serving the Lord and being with people.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde (in 1982) and Hazel (in 2008) Pennington. Bill is survived by his wife, Wilma; brother-in-law, John Freedman Wood of Springdale, AR; brother, Robert (Doris) Pennington of Harrison, AR; sister, Betty (Joe) Nevills of Crowder, OK; three nephews, Steven Pennington of Conway, AR, Wayne (Kerri) Nevills of Clovis, CA, Larry (Larae) Nevills of Plano, TX; four great-nephews, Zack, Nick, A.J., and Seth Nevills of Clovis, CA; two great-nieces, Marissa Nevills of Arlington, TX and Catherine Nevills of Plano, TX; also many cousins, friends, brothers and sisters in the Lord, and mothers of Zion.

Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at at the Cathedral of Life, 4111 38th St. NW, Canton, OH on Monday, September 16, 2013 at 7 p.m. with Pastor Dr. Dana M. Gammill officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to: Cathedral of Life Building Fund.

The family would like to thank Aultman North Therapy, Downtown Aultman, and the North Canton Fire Department for the excellent care given to Bill during his emergency.

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August 31, 2013

Ruth Durnal Roberts

The whole Knox/Pennington family has suffered a great loss. We will miss Bill, and send love and condolences to Wilma.

August 28, 2013

Bill
enjoyed Usherring with you at C.O.L. Talking electrical engineering. I will miss you, darrell e osborne

August 28, 2013

Donna Lintner-Clark

Wilma and family,
Bill will be very much missed by all of us, but his Lord has first choice and He certainly did pick the best. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I will uplift you during this transition. God bless,

August 25, 2013

John & Gerri Pennington

We will always remember how great prayer warriors; Bill and Wilma were when I was in the hospital in Texas. I'm sure that their prayers saved my life.

August 25, 2013

Michael Elrick

Bill this world will be at a loss from your absence. It was a Honnor to have known you. Good buddy you will be missed. God Bless!

August 23, 2013

Jimmy Knox

Bill,I will miss you and thank of you often. Though not said but with Joy. I know you are in a great place and with a great loving Father, I know I will be with you and the rest of our love one someday.

August 23, 2013

Bill Pennington

Bill was one of our grandparents fourteen grandchildren and the first to be called home. I remember when he joined the navy there were some who thought it might be a mistake, but our granddad responded by saying: "Somebody's got to do it." I wish I could have seen him more often. Bill Pennington, Okeechobee, FL.

August 23, 2013

Wilma, we're holding you close and praying for you often that God will give you comfort and wisdom in all the decisions you need to make. One of the things I enjoyed about Bill was putting puzzles together with him. He was a very special brother to Bob and me. Love you, Bob and Doris Pennington

August 23, 2013

Rhonda Smith

My sincerest prayer and condolences go out to you Wilma in the passing of our beloved Bill. What a testimony of a life dedicated to our Lord. He is now in the arms of Jesus and we will see him again. God Bless You.

August 23, 2013

Jerry Moyers

Bill, I'm glad to have known and worked with you. I hope some day we'll meet again.

August 23, 2013

Joe Conner

Heaven has gained another saint. I was fortunate to be Bill's " Cube Mate " for many years, until his retirement. I'm sure we will all meet bill again.

August 23, 2013

Preston and Ann Bynum

Wilma, Preston and I send our prayers to you and your family during this time.

August 22, 2013

Larry Nevills

Have most fond memories of gathering at Grandma Hazel's house in Siloam Springs with all the family in, playing games, eating fantastic food and listening to Uncle Bill play the guitar. Prayers for you Aunt Wilma, we love you!

August 22, 2013

BONNIE COZART

GLORY TO GOD BILL YOUR IN HEAVEN .. I WILL MISS YOU BUDDY FRIEND .. ILL SEE YOU SOMEDAY UP THERE.. PRAYERS TO WILMA AND FAMILY

August 22, 2013

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.FRIENDS OF BETTY NEVILLS BOB AND DONNA BARNES

August 22, 2013

Dear Wilma,
Our whole family was so sad to hear about Bill. We are praying for you and want you to know that we are thinking of you at this time. Thank you so much for all the cards that you and Bill sent us throughout the years and Zach will always remember your trip to come see him at the Ohio tournament - he really appreciated that! We love you! Wayne, Kerri, and The Boys

August 22, 2013

Brittany Simon

My Elijah (18 months old,now) loved Mr. Bill! Every Sunday he wanted Bill to hold him! Without fail! Even though he didn't say much, the smile that came across Bills face every time he saw Elijah, was priceless! We moved to Florida 5 months ago, and every time I go to my new Church, I often wish Bill was there to give Elijah a welcoming hug!

August 22, 2013

AHH! BILL! I am so happy that you get to be with Jesus and receive the victory rewards of your life well lived and humbly serving HIM in love! I will miss you! And The Holy Spirit, The Comforter will be with your beautiful Wilma all the days of her life! Wow! Still in disbelief that I just saw you last week and now you are in His Presence! Enjoy the harvest from all the seed you have sown in your life here on earth! Welcome Home thou good and faithful servant!

August 22, 2013

Roger Cox

A blessing to have gone to school with Bill.

All of the Penningtons lived a Sermon and I'd rather see one than hear one.

August 22, 2013

My condolances to you Wilma and the family. Marion Dennis

August 22, 2013

For all the Pennington family, my sympathy for the loss of your beloved Bill. Bill, Bob & Betty, quite a trio, having known the three of you 59 years......& your dear parents. God bless you now & always. Betty Jo

August 22, 2013

Linda Adams

Betty, the world has lost a good Christian soul. Sorry for your loss, but know he is in a beautiful place. May memories & faith bring comfort to you & your family.

August 22, 2013

We will sure miss Bill, and our hearts and prayers are with you Wilma. We've been so Blessed to be your Friends and Family for 30 plus years. We Love you and are here for you. Love,
David & Jeanie Barth
& Ben

August 22, 2013

Joan Peck

Betty and family, I'm so sorry to read that Bill had passed away. How did I miss knowing that until I got your email this morning. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you both, Joan

August 22, 2013

chuck and ginger Johnson.

August 22, 2013

Betty Nevills

RIP, Bill. You led a strong good life for the Lord. I remember lots of good times esp. When you led us under the clothes line on the horse and I got two pretty black eyes. Handsome picture here as you married, Wilma, the love of your life and remember you in your Navy whites. I will miss your phone calls and saying prayers for all our family.
Thanks so very much. Our love to Wilma. JoeB and BettyL Nevills

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