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Kenneth Penson Obituary

PENSON Kenneth L. Penson, 60, suddenly Friday, April 15, 2011 at his residence. Retired from General Motors. Preceded in death by father Eddie Penson, Sr. Survived by loving wife of 18 years, Nettia Lynn Penson; mother, Charlene Penson; daughters, Angel, Kendra, and Audrea; sons, Charles, Darrell, Jimmie (Crystal), and Terry (Danah); brothers, Gary and Eddie Jr.; sisters, Diane, Brenda (Donald), and Donna Jean; a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2011 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street, where the family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until start of service. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. To read the full obituary and express condolences, please visit Ken's online memory book at www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 19 to Apr. 20, 2011.

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Angel Family

April 22, 2011

Our prayers go out to our Nana and the Penson family. Papa will be greatly missed.

Phyllis Loman-Mitchell

April 21, 2011

Hi Lynn, we are sorry hear of the death of our beloved brother, Ken. Ken was such a loving person, a quiet man, and freindly to all. We will miss Ken. Our prayers are with you and the family.

Love to all, your sister, Phyllis

Brenda Cathey & Family

April 21, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life. Remembering your great love story today and always.

barry thigpen

April 20, 2011

I haven't seen Kenny for many many years...but I will always remember the talks we had on our breaks. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family..he will be truly missed

Joyce Kearns

April 20, 2011

Deepest sympathy I will miss his smile love

Rob Gossman

April 20, 2011

Shocked to hear of brother Penson's tragic passing. My heartfelt sympathies extended to Kenny's family.

April 20, 2011

We look forward to a time when our enemy "death" will be no more. Until that time, our condolences to the family.
Michael and Mary Boyer

April 20, 2011

Kenny was a long time co-worker at General Motors and will be missed condolences to his family and May God Show You Mercy

Jason & Carla Stewart

April 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most grievous time. Sister Penson, Diane, Brenda, Brandin, Melanie and James - we love you. You know that Kenny will be gone only a short while before he is re-created, and will enjoy perfect health in a paradise earth. Until then, think of all the wonderful moments you shared together.

Mike & Diana Heischman

April 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michelle Miller

April 20, 2011

Diane,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother. Cherish all of your memories and keep them close to your heart.

Kendra Penson

April 19, 2011

Daddy u was the best father a woman could ever have and you will always have my heart forever. Words can't amount to what u mean to me. I LUV U DADDY with everything in me

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