The plucky, petite Penny Dooley left the pain of this world behind on October 6, 2018 at the age of 67. The quintessential wife, mother and grandmother, she wasn't physically imposing, but Herculean in character. Born in Bedford, VA, she overcame circumstances many would fall prey to-she learned the power of perseverance early in life, calling on her fortitude through many battles.
Orphaned at 13, Penny was taken in by her eldest brother, Gene, and his wife, Shirley. After graduating, she worked for GE, where she met her husband of 48 years, Harold. Their love was extraordinary. The couple brought one daughter, Tracey Bennett, into the world. She married David, and they were blessed with four children-Corey, Hannah, Holly and Jacob. As their Nanny, Penny taught them to dance and to live a worthwhile life.
In retirement, she found joy keeping up with her brother, Jerry, and sisters-Dorothy, Marie, Vickie and Patty. They would recall times gone by with their siblings Gene, Leo, Charles, and Bobby, who passed in previous years. With great strength, Penny navigated a perilous battle with cancer with her characteristic courage.
The story of her life would be incomplete without including her passionate love for Jesus and her desire to share his message around the world Her love abounded throughout her life. She never limited the idea of family to blood and was loved my many who saw her as their own.
We gather to celebrate the life, love, and legacy of our beloved Penny at 2PM Saturday, Oct. 13 at West Cabarrus Church in Concord. Visitation with the family will begin at noon. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Park, Kannapolis. Online condolences may be made to www.whitleysfuneralhome.com
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Penny and Harold were delightful neighbors. Harolds devotion to Penny was second to none. It was hard to see her suffer over the years, yet she never complained. Our prayers for comfort go out to Harold and all the family. Rest In Peace dear Penny.
Gabe and Chris Apodaca
Neighbor
October 21, 2018
I will miss Penny as she was a new friend of mine. I just hurt knowing she is gone on before us. We will see you again!
"A sweet friendship refreshes the soul." Proverbs 27:9
That was you Penny. We are praying for you Harold.
Donna Rogers
October 13, 2018
My sincere condolences. Find comfort in the God who is close to the brokenhearted.
October 12, 2018
Penny you lived your life well and touched so many lives .you and Harold were as match made in heaven.you will be missed by many.you were as close to me as my on daughters and i will miss you.
shirley elkins
October 12, 2018
Knowing that you are with God in heaven and are free of pain is a blessing. As Harold and Tracy begin to heal I know that you will be looking down on them and that they will feel your presence. We love you Penny and will truest miss you. May you now Rest In Peace in the caring are s of Jesus.❤❤
Denny & Suzanne Beck
October 12, 2018
may the God of all comfort strengthen you and your family during this time of deep sorrow. those who have passed on remain in God's memory because they are precious in his eyes. psalms 36:7
October 11, 2018
so sorry you had to leave your life behind, you will truly be missed by all who knew you.
shirley gray
October 10, 2018
Praying for your family.Penny was a wonderful woman who treated my grandson David like her own.She will be missed by all who knew her.God bless you all.
Diane McCormick
Friend
October 9, 2018
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