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Jesse Penner Obituary
August 26, 1982 - October 26, 2022
Clovis, California - Jesse Harold Penner was born on August 26, 1982 in Fresno, California. On October 26, 2022, at the young age of 40, Jesse was called to join his father in his heavenly home after a long struggle against brain cancer.
Jesse had a charismatic personality that lit up the room. With his bright blue eyes and warm smile, his inclusive nature made people feel comfortable and wanted. Jesse was at his best when, alongside his wife Allie, he guided, nurtured, and developed young people and married couples. While establishing a successful real estate career with his father, he graduated from Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary to further develop his pastoral heart. He served at Youth For Christ for 24 years starting as a student leader and finishing as a Board member. Jesse and Allie worked with high school students at The Well Community Church, led and participated in life groups and together cared for pre-foster children through Safe Families for Children. He thrived while leading caving trips and Sierra adventures. Jesse loved people well.
His greatest joy was leading and loving his family with a God-centered focus. He is survived by his wife and best friend who lovingly nursed him through his illness, Allison Penner and his children, Jedidiah Jesse (11) and Riley Renee (10). He is mourned by many including his mother, Margie Penner and siblings Christy Quaresma and her husband Aaron as well as Cherie Smittcamp, her husband Blake and their children Aubrey, Austin and Beckett. He was loved by Allie's parents Dr. Eric and Darlene Hanson and sister Lauren Hoover and her husband Donnie.
Jesse and Allie impacted many by sharing their cancer and faith journey while knowing the hope and reassurance of God's promises. You are invited to attend his life celebration on Friday, November 4 at The Well Community Church, 2044 E. Nees Ave., Fresno, CA 93720
In lieu of flowers, Jesse requested donations be made to Youth For Christ at https://yfcnow.org/give/
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Memories and Condolences
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Phil Marquez
November 5, 2022
I had the great pleasure of knowing Jesse as a student and as a servant in church and as leader in our Campus Life club at Buchanan High. Jesse made us laugh with his comical routines with his partner in crime, Mike Kelly. But he also had a minister´s heart as he served other students through the ministry. Though I was the club leader, Jesse ministered to me with his love, kindness, and leadership. I am missing you, my friend!
Ming Ming Angouw
November 2, 2022
I had the opportunity to work on a couple real estate transactions with Jesse. One thing, that I always remember about Jesse, was his kindness and professionalism. We will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rest in peace, Jesse.
George Uribe
November 1, 2022
My condolences to the whole Penner family. I didn't know Jesse but knew of Harold back when he was still with us and selling real estate. I know Jesse though the obituary, it sounds like I missed knowing a great human being. Thank you for sharing such a special person with us and the world. I hope, knowing that he is no longer suffering and he is now reunited with Harold in heaven, brings you some comfort. Lupe and I will keep the family in our prayers.
Catherine Wilcox
November 1, 2022
What a terrible loss. My deepest condolences.
Tamera Marten
November 1, 2022
My heart breaks with Margie's and Jesse's beautiful wife and children. It is comforting to know that Jesse is fully healed now and reunited with Harold. However, we will miss his smile, his gentle and funny spirit and the laughter and love he brought to so many while he was here. Sending hugs and prayers for the whole Penner family.
Nancy Thompson
November 1, 2022
To Jesse's family:
We worked with Jesse at the Clovis Guarantee office for a short time. This news is really upsetting and we send our sympathies and condolences on your loss.
May God comfort all of you and bring you peace. May God rest Jesse's soul.
With deepest sympathies,
Todd and Nancy Thompson
Jon Motsenbocker
November 1, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Salazar
November 1, 2022
He will be so missed, Sweet Man
Susan Britter
November 1, 2022
My condolences to all that loved Jesse. He was incredibly intelligent and always helped others in any way he could. He will be missed greatly.
Bill Mayhugh
November 1, 2022
Margie, Allie and family may Our Lord Jesus Christ support, comfort and richly Bless in your loss of Jesse.
He and his Dad were great men of God and wonderful men who have left you all and an amazing and rich legacy of love and Blessing!
Wanda Delton
November 1, 2022
Such an incredible light in a sometimes dark world. He was well respected in the Real Estate industry. Much peace and prayers to his loved ones.
Luba Beange
October 31, 2022
Margie & family--Jesse is at peace now with his Dad. You have our very deepest sympathies , we followed Jesse's trials & tribulations and prayed for him and his family.
Golf friends of Susan & Tony,
Lu & Murray
Murray & Luba Beange--Canada
October 31, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jerry and Jennifer Vocalino
October 29, 2022
There are few words to express our compassion and condolences for what you have experienced. We love you all and have been tremendously encouraged by the way the journey Jesse walked alongside his loved ones was so eloquently and transparently shared. Many people have been touched by this remarkable and fun loving man who will no doubt have their faith strengthened by witnessing his unwavering trust and hope in Christ. Well done Jesse! It is with tears now that I picture you embracing our loving Lord and now smile knowing you are at peace.
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