J. Norman Penninger

J. Penninger Obituary

CONCORD - Mr. J. Norman Penninger, 80, of 6561 Derby Lane in Concord, passed away on Monday, March 8, 2010, at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends throughout his brief illness and passing. A visitation will be held at Hartsell Funeral Home in Concord on Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Roberta United Methodist Church on Friday, March 12, 2010, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Steven Cline, Dr. Steve Ayers, and the Rev. David Cox officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He was born on May 7, 1929, in Cabarrus County to the late Hall Gamewell Penninger Sr. and the late, Martha Dora Miller Penninger. He was also preceded in death by a brother, John R. Penninger Sr. J. Norman attended Harrisburg School while helping his father and brothers on the farm in all capacities. He would later say "I followed a mule farther than most people drove a car." He served in the U.S. Navy as a Chief Petty Officer, serving in the Mediterranean on the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk, and lived in California before returning to his home in Concord. His experience in mobile home sales enabled him to open a very successful business, Penninger Homes Inc., of Charlotte. He is survived by wife, Peggy E. Penninger, "angel and love of his life"; daughters, Sheila Brown of Concord, Susan King of Harrisburg, Adele Lozito of Carmichael, Ca., and Angela Welch of Concord; grandchildren, Adam Brown, Emily Brown, Matthew King and wife, Jamie, Charlotte King, Savannah King, Philip, Nicholas, and Michael Lozito, Steven Cline and wife, Crystal, and Stephanie Lanier and husband, Andrew; brother, H.G. Penninger Jr. of High Point; sisters, Bernice Walker and Jewel Collins both of Concord; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Ln., Kannapolis, NC 28081, McGill Baptist Church, 5300 Poplar Tent Rd., Concord, NC 28025, or Roberta United Methodist Church, 3925 Cochran Rd., Concord, NC 28027. Hartsell Funeral Home Concord is serving the Penninger family. Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com

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Published by Concord & Kannapolis Independent Tribune on Mar. 10, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for J. Penninger

13 Entries

J D

December 13, 2010

Mr. Penninger Was one of the finest people I have ever known in my life A man of his word and a caring person He use to call me The Mediterranean Irishman

March 17, 2010

Norman was a good friend and a really fine Christian man who I had the pleasure of knowing for several years. He had a most enjoyable dry wit and many entertaining stories to share.
He had a perspective on life experiences that reflected a deep faith with keen common sense and humor. I have missed seeing him the past few years and will keep his family and friends in my prayers. He was a really special person who persevered through trials and was an example for those who knew him. Joe Dulaney

Sharon (Sprinkle) Washam

March 16, 2010

Norman (Stormin' Norman) was a leader in our industry and great mentor to me during my many years at R-Anell Homes; his delightful personality and charming wit will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends.

Joey Keever

March 11, 2010

One of the first and finest men I met in the 'industry' - a man of integrity. Norman, you will be missed.

March 11, 2010

Just want you to know I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.

Joanie Morgan

mike hodges

March 11, 2010

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Norman during my years at Security Pacific Housing and BankAmerica Housing in the 80's and 90's. A true gentleman in every respect. My thoughts and prayers go to all his family. Mike Hodges-Pfafftown, NC

March 11, 2010

I will miss my good friend...Phil Lawson

March 11, 2010

Our sincere sympathies are with you and your family during this time. Please know that our prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Johnsie Grier, Jerusha WIlson and Anne Luker
From Jay M. Robinson High School

March 11, 2010

Dad, I will miss you. You will so love your new home and most of all in serving our Lord. Please tell Mamaw, Papaw, Uncle John, Aunt Ada, Cynthia and Beth we love them. Your loving daughter always, Susan

Linda Williams

March 10, 2010

Sheila and Susan and Peggy: Sincerest condolences to all of you in the loss of Norman. Please know that I am thinking of all of you. Linda Hilton Williams

TED AND PAT RUSHING

March 10, 2010

NORMAN WAS A FUN LOVING SWEET SWEET MAN. HE WILL BE
MISSED BY EVERYONE THAT KNEW HIM. OUR THOUGHTS AND
PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.

Rita Furr

March 10, 2010

Sadly we mourn the loss of Norman as our friend but find inner peace that he is no longer suffering. We will forever remember all our good times and treasure his memory in our hearts.
To the family our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Our Love,
Gene and Rita

March 10, 2010

So sorry for your loss,Norman was a big part of my life,He helped us get the home we are in today,let my Mom and I go to Hawaii,put a roof over our heads when we thought the world had forgotten us.Always had a job for someone willing to work hard.As a Cancer survivor I say Happy Birthday Norman,as a friend,angel,babe,or whatever he chose to call you for that day,I will see you soon.Love Michelle Miller Austin&Family (Carol McKissicks daughter)

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