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Michael Peniston Obituary
AGE: 57 • Farmingdale
Michael K. Peniston, 57, of Farmingdale, NJ passed away on Thurs, Nov 19, 2015. He was born in Neptune NJ on Dec 25, 1957 to Reginald and Carolyn Peniston.
He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Hill Peniston; and 2 children, Chelsey and Mikey.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm Sun, Nov 22, and 9 am Mon, Nov 23 until the time of the funeral service at 11 am at Harmony Ministries USA, 401 Chestnut St, Lakehurst. Interment will be 10 am Tues, Nov 24 in Monmouth Memorial Park, Tinton Falls. James H. Hunt Funeral Home, Asbury Park, is in charge of arrangements. Complete obituary may be viewed on www.jhhunt.com.
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for Michael Peniston
Michele R Adams
November 15, 2020
Rest In Perfect Peace My Brother...as you are absent from us ....you are present with the Lord...To God Be The Glory!
Jackie Harrison-Thomas
December 1, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. He always had a kind word and a calm spirit. He will be missed. My condolences to his wife and children.
John Williams
November 26, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to the Peniston Family, I remember the NHS track team like it was yesterday..a great leader and captain and a great guy!
Stephen Lee
November 24, 2015
Prayers to the family, Mike is in heaven running the race for God now.
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Laria Hamilton & Family
November 24, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Peniston family.
Rest in Peace!
November 23, 2015
R.I.P. My friend we will miss you. You will always be Mr. Neptune in my memories. TEDDY RILEY
Donna Harrell
November 23, 2015
R.I.P. my friend. I'm so glad our lives crossed paths.
Donna Harrell
Neptune, NJ
Vanessa Taylor
November 23, 2015
To the Peniston Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Micheal's smile would light up a room. May God Bless you and comfort you in your time of need, Vanny Russ-Taylor family.
Francis Burford
November 23, 2015
My condolences and prayers to the Peniston family for their loss. Mike!.. rest well my friend.You will be missed but not forgotten!
Stephanie "Williams" Parker
November 23, 2015
To the Family, Prayers of condolences& Comfort!! Mike's life will live on in the hearts of those who knew him! and his smile will forever be his trademark. RIP My brother...you will be missed.
Robert ( tito ) Day
November 23, 2015
Good Bye My Friend Rest In Peace
Melinda Gottschalk-Brennan
November 23, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Peniston family. Michael was one of the sweetest, kindest men I had the pleasure to know. Gone too soon, Class of 76 forever! Rest easy Mike
Roz Washington
November 23, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family of Mike Peniston. He was a classmate and co-worker on staff at Monmouth Bible Institute . Mike was truly a man of God, gifted with the anointing to teach, preach and evangelize everywhere he traversed. He will be missed. May God's never ending love and mercy be a source of comfort to the family during this time of loss.
Tia Hammond
November 22, 2015
Sending prayers to the Peniston family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Barbara Norwood
November 22, 2015
R.I.P my friend. My deepest condolences to the family!! May you R.I.P. till we meet again!! Gone but not forgotten.
Barbara Norwood
November 22, 2015
My condolences to the family. I remember him from school he was always such a gentleman. He will be missed!! God Bless
Delores & John Davis
November 22, 2015
To: Debbie and Family,
May God's loving hand help your sorrow and touch your heart with the PEACE, only He can give. Our Deepest Sympathy. John and Delores Davis
Bonnie Amanda Baity
November 22, 2015
Rest in Peace my Dear Cousin
Carolann Ashby Nicholas
November 22, 2015
Carolyn, Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
I remember his warmth and infectious smile. I will pray for you and the Peniston family. With Love,
November 22, 2015
My heart is heavy. Condolences to the family and friends.
Mara Hill-Adams
November 22, 2015
My heart and prayers go out to my family during this time. I wish I could be there. Thinking of you all. Mike will be missed!
Renee Pharmes
November 22, 2015
My condolence to the family of Minister Michael K. Peniston. I just want to Thank you Lord for the time shared with him. He touched many lives through his teaching of the word. I pray for peace within the family God Bless.
Alex {Chip} Garrett Jr.
November 22, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Peniston Family from the Garrett Family. Mike was a good and decent man who I had the good fortune to get to know through his brother, my friend Greg. An incredible athlete, but an even better human being, RIP my friend.
Sheila Jackson-Patterson and Family
November 22, 2015
To The Peniston and Gray Family, our sincere condolences to all of you. May God walk with you, comfort you and bless you always. To my childhood friend Michael. (RIP )
Sheila Jackson-Patterson and Family
November 22, 2015
To The Peniston and Gray Family, our sincere condolences to all of you. May God walk with you, comfort you and bless you always. To my childhood friend Michael. (RIP )
Joel Alston
November 22, 2015
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal
Suzan, Tim & Anna Toscano
November 22, 2015
We are all broken hearted to hear of Mike's passing. I never saw him without a huge smile on his face & a kind word. Debbie, Chelsea & Mikey, you are all in our prayers. May Mike rest now in God's loving arms & may His love help guide you though this difficult time...
Carolyn Durham
November 22, 2015
My condolences to his family, may GOD comfort u all at this time. Gone to soon, RIP my friend!!!
Lynette Pressley
November 22, 2015
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Such a nice guy my prayers are with the family
November 22, 2015
Rest in peace old buddy...
william Cunningham
November 22, 2015
Rest in peace my friend, I will always remember your instruction at Monmouth Bible Institute, always a gentleman, you will be missed, Condolences to your family...
Shamese Scott
November 22, 2015
My deepest condolences. Saying a prayer of comfort and peace to the entire family, and all of his friends.
Carol Glisson
November 22, 2015
My condolences to the family and the many lives that Mike touched. He was a beautiful person inside and out. While we all loved him God loved him more. Rest in Peace another angel from the class of 76.
Gail Oliver
November 22, 2015
To All of the Family of Mike Peniston, Sadness, once again, has found its way to the Neptune Community for we have lost a dear young man who touched all of our lives in many memorable ways ! I will always remember Mike's infectious smile followed by kind words of inspiration! I'm so glad I got to talk to him at Neptune's Board of Education meeting this past June at the Green Grove School where his wife received a well deserved recognition. I saw Mike's "smile" which lit up the room at a distance and then we talked. May God bring comfort to us all, and understanding in time .. Rest now Mike in everlasting peace !!
Rita Bright
November 21, 2015
Too Young Too Soon! My deepest Condolences to the family. Mike and I started off young as neighbors on Fisher Ave and classmates of NHS class of 76 and Mike as our class president. A gentle and sweet soul Mike always have been. I along with the class of 76 will miss him dearly! Your resting in the fathers arms my friend, rest on till we meet again! Prayers of Peace and Strength to the family.
Anna Lee (Napolitano) Wildeman
November 21, 2015
Sending prayers for the Peniston family. Mike was truly a kind and wonderful person. Those of us lucky enough to be his classmate and friend were blessed. Rest in peace Mike.
Celia Darrigo
November 21, 2015
Mike was a beautiful soul inside and out! He had the kindest heart and had a smile that was so warm and friendly. He will be greatly missed by Family and Friends...but especially his 76er Family! Heaven got an awesome Angel! RIP Mike!!
dwight hammonds
November 21, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
margaret brossette
November 21, 2015
Earth had no sorry,that Heaven cannot heal. Michael was a natural born leader and class act. His grace, intelligence and warm personality will never be forgotten. My prayer go out to the entire Peniston family during tjis timr of loss. Msy God bless you and keep you.
November 21, 2015
Sincere condolences to Michaels family from Chaplian Jim Freed and Family at Keswick!!
We were the fastest and the best. Neptune Track Team
Clarence Troublefield III
November 21, 2015
In loving memory of a good friend. I am proud to have known. you will be missed. R.I.P.
Bridget Smalls
November 21, 2015
To the family when I was little my mom always drove the bus for the track team. Mike, Greg John,Stevie and Mr. Morris treated me like a little princess. Then 30 plus years later my family suffered a great loss and Debbie and Harmony were there for us. Please know I am here for you. Gone way to soon
November 21, 2015
Mike you were a beautiful soul inside and out..you will be greatly missed by your Family..Friends..and Class of 76! Always in our Hearts!! RIP my Friend.
Richie & Jackie Morgan
November 21, 2015
Our Condolences to the Family of Michael Peniston. May he Rest in Peace.
Jeff Scott
November 21, 2015
Our condolences to the family of Mike Peniston. The Scarlet Flier Family will forever remember Mike's contributions to the school and community. We proudly hold him dear to our hearts, and will miss him greatly. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Gary Ramsey
November 21, 2015
To the Peniston Family,
I send my sincere condolences to you.My classmate, teammate, class president,captain,and friend. Mike was very talented in everything he did. He was a great athlete but an even greater person. We share so many great memories.State Champions forever. Class of 1976.
Love,
Gary Ramsey
Larry Bunting
November 21, 2015
So sorry to hear the passing of a wonderful man, father, son, and Christ follower. My condolences to the Peniston family and close friends. Mike was among the best human beings ever but now he's reaping his rewards with Jesus. He will be both sorely and surely missed. RIP brother Mike we'll see you again one day. For the family may God Almighty comfort you and continue to bless you
Daniel Harris
November 21, 2015
Our prayers go out to his family in these sorrowful times.
Steven McDuffie
November 21, 2015
RIP my lifelong friend and teammate. The magnitude of your being and personality will forever be remembered and truly missed. Condolences to the family.
Vanessa Dorsey
November 21, 2015
Your life shine on earth now you are sleeping in God's arms rest in peace.
David and Susan(Dutton) Engebretson
November 21, 2015
Michael was on fire for God! We will miss him very much. We are Blessed by knowing him.
Our love to Debbie, Chelsea, and Mikey.
Evette Butler
November 21, 2015
My blessing to the peniston family RIP Michael I sent my condolences. No more suffering.
Kelly Walker Edwards
November 21, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family. Rest in Paradise Michael!
November 21, 2015
My deepest and sincere condolences to the Peniston family. RIP Mike. Don Mallory
ELZIE WALKER
November 21, 2015
MY DEEPEST AND HEARTFELT CONDOLANCES AND PRAYERS TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY MAY HE REST IN GOD'S LOVING GRACE HE WILL BE MISSED AND LOVED
Michele Woods-Adams
November 21, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family and the host of many Michael's many friends...Be comforted that he now Rest in Perfect Peace in the presence of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ...To God Be The Glory!
Alice Kirk
November 21, 2015
Mike and Debby came to my bridal shop when they were planning their wedding. Thru the years, they have remained one of my favorite couples. Mike took time to pray for my husband Bill when he was in the hospital. I will always remember him as a sincere, kind friend with a loving heart. I send my love and prayers to his family and especially his wife Debby. God be with you all.
November 21, 2015
Dear Carolyn, we have been family friends for so long I feel like family. I can't imagine how terrible you feel. You know Mike was a gift from God. This grief you feel will one day pass. We are praying for your whole family . All our Love Herbie & Gloria Coleman.
November 21, 2015
Mike u were N Angel in waiting, Rip my friend!
Kim Lofton
November 21, 2015
Debbie,
I am so sorry for your lost. I remember when I introduced you to Michael, never knowing that you two would get married and have children. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and may God continue to comfort you.
Rafer j. RILLER Sr
November 21, 2015
To the family and friends of Mike remember we serve a God that NEVER fails! Mike ran the good race and now he is getting his greatest reward. May the peace of the Lord console you in this time of loss.
Salim Hill
November 21, 2015
My deepest & sincere condolences to the Penniston family Mike you will be missed Rest In Peace
Kim Robinson
November 21, 2015
To God Be The Glory! One of the best people you ever could meet. My teacher at MBI and a friend from way back. Rest In Paradise Michael. God Bless, Kim
Doyle Crowe
November 21, 2015
Prays and blessings goes to his family at the lost of a most awesome guy.
Ricardo Shoates
November 21, 2015
To the Peniston family sorry for your lost, I remember him from our school days, my you find comfort in the Lord during this time. May he R.I.P
Arnold Sterling
November 21, 2015
A friend and fellow classmate. You will be missed. RIP
carol smith
November 21, 2015
I knew Michael from Keswick. God please bless his dear family.
Norman Peniston III
November 21, 2015
In memory of my dear cousin with whom I spent many many good times with. RIP dear cousin. I will miss you!
November 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss Mrs Peniston. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. May God comfort you during this Season. ~Vernetta, Imani, and Antonia Dunbar
Janis Langley
November 21, 2015
To my classmate, one of the kindest persons I knew, your presence will be missed on this earth by so many rest in peace
Lawrence Athill
November 21, 2015
May your "Race be won" cuz
John H. Chambers Jr.
November 21, 2015
RIP my Little Brother for the race is done and now you run with the Angles! On your Mark! Love You Johnny C NHS 74 Be strong Family!
Terry Spencer Edwards
November 20, 2015
Mike had a million dollar smile and a kind heart of gold. He was a role model, world class athlete, mentor, and friend in Neptune. And Michael was my big brother to me away from home at the University of Maryland. I am lifting up in prayer all those who loved Mike and especially his family. May wonderful memories of this exceptional man bring comfort to us all.
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