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Penny Lambert Obituary
Bernstein Lambert
was 65 years old, born March 30th, 1947, in Newark, N.J. She lived in Philadelphia, Wyoming and Florida,
before settling in Canal Fulton, Ohio with her husband, Tom Lambert
(1947-2007), and was a member of Temple Israel (Canton, Ohio). She passed away early on Sunday, July 15, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Grace Ellen Bernstein.
She is survived by her son, Christopher JH Lambert; and by her siblings, Lory Greenbaum and her husband Allen, Lawrence Bernstein, and Mark Bernstein and his wife, Sandra. Penny's family would like to thank all of her friends for their love and support throughout the last several weeks, and also for making Penny's life as happy and fulfilling as it was. Penny's professional involvements allowed her to work with and meet many wonderful people the world over. As an associate professor at Kent State University Stark she taught biology and animal behavior for over 20 years, she was the coordinator of the Herbert W. Hoover Initiative, and she was a longtime member of and coordinator for the Animal Behavior Society and International Society of Anthrozoology. She thought the show, My Name is Earl, was wonderful.
The funeral was held MONDAY, July 16, at Anthony Funeral Homes, Green Chapel (4178 Massillon Road).
Anthony Funeral Homes, Green, 330-724-1281
anthonyfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Penny Lambert
Larry Thorson
July 10, 2023
Seeing a laughing gull makes me think of Penny. Living in South Florida near the beach, I think of my dear friend often.
Alice Gitchell
July 10, 2022
I thought of Penny this morning, when I saw gulls swirling over a blueberry field (in NJ). She would have been able to tell me so much about them! What a scientist! What a friend!
Alice Gitchell
July 12, 2021
For years I kept in touch with Penny, Tom and Chris because Canal Fulton was on our way from New Jersey to Michigan. Arriving at their house was like coming home! We talked and ate pizza. I miss those days!
John ("J.R.") Dreyer
July 10, 2020
Still alive in my heart, Penny! Neighbor and close, loving, accepting, dear friend. You brought peace and joy to my heart when these were in short supply. I will always be thankful for your friendship.
Alice Gitchell
July 23, 2019
I miss Penny! She was so much fun! And she was always thinking about science. One of her fields was Animal Behavior, but she remembered that human beings ARE in fact animals, and sometimes studied HUMAN behavior. She took students to the grocery store and the Atlantic City casinos to observe human behavior. Amazing what she noticed! She observed and studied the interactions between people and their pets. She talked to gulls. She is fondly remembered by friends in New Jersey!
Steve Roberts
October 23, 2012
Penny was my first girlfriend in Junior High in Millburn, NJ. I was not the best of boyfriends, yet she was the best of girlfriends. Penny has always, after all these years, been a significant person to me. She was real, honest, smart as a whip, very funny, and always thoughtful. About 10 years ago we struck up an email exchange, catching up on each others lives. My last email was asking how she was doing, about two weeks before her passing. I knew she had cancer and she shared a little about it with me. Yet, in that last email she was asking me how I was doing. I had no idea that her passing was so soon to come. I was shocked, still am shocked, that she is gone. Those memories from over 50 years ago are still significant to me.
My condolences to her family. I know she was so proud of her son, who she always mentioned. She was a good person who I will miss very much.
Fran Ransom
August 4, 2012
We truly loved Dr. Bernstein because of her wit, kindness and honesty. We solved many of the world's problems in our local Giant Eagle in Canal Fulton, OH. where we talked oblivious to everyone else. We were truly saddened that we were not in town when we heard of her passing. Please know that if there is anything we can do...don't hesitate to ask. She was simple divine. Shalom...Fran, Herman, Asia, and Autumn Ransom
Kara George
August 2, 2012
I loved her as a teacher and I will miss her class and how she always made them fun.
Cynthia Bailey
August 2, 2012
Im so sad to hear of this news. I will always remember Dr B, as she and I always had some kind of sassy comment for eachother. She inspired me so much and I was always searching for ways to talk to her outside of class because I found her so intriuging. I was always seeking out advice from her due to her great knowledge. She was my favorite prof and had set me on the path that Im now on. She was someone I will always hold dear to my heart. My thoughts go out to whomever knew her. She was a wonderful woman! I will miss her so much.
Michael Owren
July 28, 2012
I first met Penny at a meeting of the Animal Behavior Society, found shared interests in animal communication, and later worked together on analyzing her extensive recordings of seagull vocalizations. I appreciated Penny as a colleague and even more as a friend. I feel very lucky to have seen her just a few weeks before her passing--when as always, she was fun, gracious, and kind. Penny, you will be greatly missed.
Alice Gitchell
July 26, 2012
Penny was so much fun! She used to turn heads with her uncannily accurate sea gull imitations at Stockton College (New Jersey) in the early 1980s. We went to Phillies games at Veteran's Stadium. Penny loved the Jersey beaches and wetlands. I feel very fortunate to have had such a delightful friend.
Judy Nelson
July 24, 2012
I first "met" Penny via a phone call she placed to the payroll department at Kent State where I am a payroll clerk. By the end of the call, I'd looked up her bio and printed it out. THIS was a person I wanted to meet someday. I had that opportunity, fortunately,in November 2010 (probably a year and a half later) at an environmental gathering at the Stark campus. I sought her out and "re-introduced" myself. We chatted like old friends, but then, I think that was just Penny's way. I'm sure you know, family and friends, how very blessed you were to have her. I look forward to the day when she and I "meet" again.
Carole Spooner
July 22, 2012
Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die. Mary E. Frye
Becky Boles
July 21, 2012
Penny used to come to our VFW steak fry almost every month.Most of the time she would get it to go,but she would wait and have conversation with me and whomever was working.She was a very nice lady and we enjoyed talking to her. we know now why we have been missing her! Please except our deepest symphany! VFW POST 9795..Canal Fulton,OH.
John R. Dreyer
July 20, 2012
My dear sweet friend Penny! I'm so glad I called you just days before your life ended, and heard you say "I love you!". You were a light in my life for many years. Your death saddens me beyond words! Thank you for being my friend. To Chris, the whole family, I grieve with you.
Treasure Cohen
July 20, 2012
Penny was one of the gems of our Millburn High School class. She was so talented, so funny, so brilliant but so down-to-earth. From the time I met her in 7th grade, I admired her greatly. Her passing is a great loss to her friends, her family, her profession, and to the world that she enriched and brightened.
May her memory be for a blessing-- Treasure
tm bigrigg
July 19, 2012
Dr. Bernstein was a wonderful teacher and educator.
Pam Rosenberg
July 19, 2012
Penny, you will be missed. Our reunions will not be the same without your shining face and vibrant personality. Fear not, you will always be remembered by the Millburn Class of '65.
Teresa Hurray
July 18, 2012
Loved her beyond words-- my little tempest in a teapot.
She was a faithful supportive friend & confidante and one of my greatest sources of inspiration. She was a blessing for animals everywhere as she inspired her students to get out & do something about their welfare. I owe most of my career to this pintful of life & love. Love to you, Christopher--you were her most prized accomplishment and I am honored that she let me share the joy in watching you grow up to become such a lovely & intelligent human. I will miss her every day.
July 18, 2012
My sympathy to you Chris, I will miss seeing the both of you at her doctors visits. Julie
Donna
July 18, 2012
Penny was one of the kindest, sweetest and funniest people I ever knew. She will be missed greatly. Prayers and thoughts to Christopher and Penny's family.....
Ken McCort
July 18, 2012
Penny was a friend and colleague who gave her time and knowledge freely to me many times. Her interest in the human-animal bond was an inspiration to me and got me to study it as well. The world lost a great person, but is a better place because she was here.
Terri Barnes
July 17, 2012
You are the best and I'll miss you. Thank you for all the late night talks after class!
Dorene and Paul Ball
July 17, 2012
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. We miss you Penny.
Larry Thorson
July 17, 2012
Penny was a dear friend for over 40 years. Her stories were profoundly detailed and always ended with a laugh. The loss grows with my every thought of her.
Linda and Joe Kohn
July 17, 2012
We'll miss you at Passover, Hanukkah and all the other times.
Campus Preschool Staff
July 17, 2012
We were shocked to hear of Penny's passing. Thoughts and prayers to Christopher and the rest Penny's family.
Penny Frederick
July 17, 2012
My sincere sympathy extends to the family, friends, and colleagues of Dr. Penny Bernstein. Her kindness and respect towards our environment touched many students at Kent Stark, urging our responsibility for future generations. Thank you Dr. Bernstein.
Joanne Brown
July 17, 2012
Dr. Bernstein was an inspiration to many; a fine example of what a truly good human could be. Although I've not seen her for a few years, I always count her among my friends. KSU-Stark has lost a great treasure and my heart goes out to the entire campus community.
Kim Patterson
July 17, 2012
Bye Prof I'll see you in Heaven someday!
Brenda Smith
July 16, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Penny's passing. She was a beautiful person and a wonderful colleague, and she will be missed. My prayers and condolences to her family.
Jessica Miller (Kincaid)
July 16, 2012
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Dr.Bernstein. I was lucky enough to get to know her over the last year. She will be tremendously missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her son and family.
Tom H.
July 16, 2012
My condolences to Penny's family. It is always difficult to lose someone. I knew Penny, and always thought she was a lovely, sweet person. I remember many things we talked about and how kind and comforting she was. She was very special, and I will miss her a great deal.
Natalie Watts
July 16, 2012
Dr. B was such a wonderful professor. She was passionate about her work, and made this evident through her teaching. She will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to all of those close to her.
Colin
July 16, 2012
Dr. Bernstein was such a kind hearted professor and my thoughts go to those she was closest to.
Jennifer Miller
July 16, 2012
Dr. Bernstein will be dearly missed. I was always happy to see her on campus. She is the reason I chose to be a biology major. My thoughts are with her family.
Lena S.
July 16, 2012
I was so shocked to hear this sad news. She was an amazing professor and friend to her students. She will definitely be missed.
David Derry
July 16, 2012
so sorry to hear of Penny's passing. I knew her from Canal Fulton and also from the years that I worked at Greenlawn Memorial Park...helped her design the marker for she and Tom. Just thought of her yesterday when I drove past her house. can't believe she's gone.
Peggy Sample
July 16, 2012
Penny will truely be missed. Chris and my children played together. She was easy to talk to and alwaysed help me with problems. Her and Tom were such a loving couple. Chris if you need anything, you know your way across the street.
Linda (Bridgette) Botens
July 16, 2012
I was a classmate of Penny's at Millburn
High School and a mutual friend has just
let me know the sad news. Penny was an
extrodinary friend and person; I always
admired her and valued our friendship.
My condolences to all her family.
Jay Sloan
July 16, 2012
Penny was an incredibly caring person, invested in her students, her colleagues, her campus, and beyond. We will miss her at Stark greatly.
Amanda (Sample) Ohmer
July 16, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Penny passing. She was a wonderful person. I will miss seeing her in her yard and talking to her to catch up. My deepest sympathy to you Chris.
Jill Sandefur
July 16, 2012
Dr B was one of my favorite and most inspiring Professors!!! She encouraged me to go after what was important!!! She will continue to encourage me and I know she'll be will be very missed around school! Her presence will stick around for along time! Sympathies to her son and the rest of her family and friends!
Rita and Gerry Golub
July 16, 2012
We liked and admired Penny. She was easy to talk to, and was always pleasant. Our sympathy to Christopher and to Penny's entire family.
Leslie Heaphy
July 16, 2012
Penny was such a great person and wonderful colleague and friend. The campus community will surely miss her but we know her presence will live on through the many lives she touched.
sharon ware
July 16, 2012
Dr bernstein was such an encouragement to me. Her presence in my academic career spilled over into my personal life. She motivated me to be a better person. Im praying for her friends and family. She is forever in my heart.
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