Penny Paulette Berryman

Penny Berryman Obituary

Berryman, Penny Paulette (Payne) went to be with the Lord, Sunday, September 30, 2012. Penny was born February 20, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her father and one sister, Laura Judd. Penny was a living example of what we all want to be! She was an amazing daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother (MiMi) and a good friend to anyone that needed one. She lived her life as an angel dedicated to others. Penny was a born champion! She was first runner-up in the Miss Kansas for the Miss USA Pageant. As an accomplished water skier, she clinched and won third in the Nationals Water Skiing Championship. After marrying her dream man, Dick Berryman, she went back to her first love which was fishing. Penny was a Daddy's girl and he introduced her to the sport, so it should come to know surprise that she turned her hobby into an amazing career. She truly pioneered and achieved the highest honors in the fishing industry. Her greatest accomplishment was when Penny won the Bass N' Gals "Angler of the Year" award in 1997. In 2004, Penny was inducted into the Legends of the Outdoors National Hall of Fame. It was no easy road to get there, but she made it, determined to make a friend and leave a footprint to all who wanted to follow. She will be greatly missed by all. Penny is survived by husband Dick Berryman; son, Sam Berryman; daughter, Lisa Berryman Lowry (Danny), grandchildren Luke, Dylan & Taylor; mother, Dottye Payne Slaven of Wichita, Kansas; two sisters, Johnna Payne Smith (Chuck) of Augusta, Kansas, Darlinda Harpstrite of California & many niece, nephews and a host of wonderful friends. Last, but not least, her dog Kat Man and cat Spunky. Funeral Services, 10am on Friday, October 5 with Duawn Mearns officiating at Davis-Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Graveside Service 11am, Saturday, October 6, 2012 at Oxford, Kansas. A memorial service, 4pm on Sunday, October 7, at Riverside Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. In her honor take a kid fishing and the next time you catch a big one think of Penny. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Oct. 3, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Penny Berryman

15 Entries

Ryan Neal

October 8, 2012

Hi Dick,
Very sorry to hear of Penny's passing. She was a real professional, and very kind to all.
You were a great inspiration to so many as well, me included, and I wish you strength during this difficult time.

Two of my 4 grand kids....

Rhonda Wilcox

October 6, 2012

Penny was one of my favorite fishing buddies when I was fishing the lady's trails in the 80's and 90's. We shared a room many times and I am ashamed of myself for not staying in touch with her when I had to quit fishing the trail. Penny will be missed by many and the fishing industry has lost a person that cared very much about the sport. Rhonda Robertson Wilcox......

Marilyn Marquardt

October 6, 2012

Penny not only was a beautiful person on the outside but she was beautiful on the inside as well.
I went to school with Penny and I will always remember her as a kind and thoughtful person.
My heartfelt prayers are with her family at this very difficult time.
Marilyn (Reedy) Marquardt

Lu Travnichek (Rader)

October 5, 2012

Johnna,
I was saddened to learn of Penny's passing, we enjoyed visiting with her at the Bass Classic in Louisiana a couple of years ago. You and the family are in my prayers.

John Bales

October 5, 2012

So sorry to hear of Penny's passing. I remember her adventures in water skiing during high school. So sad to say good-bye to old friends.

Jeff Roach

October 5, 2012

Penny will be missed by all who knew her as she touched the hearts of many. We will keep her and family in our thoughts and prayers.

Johnny Rogers

October 4, 2012

Johnna,
I am so sorry to hear of Penny's passing. She will be missing by all South High class of 1968 members.
You and your family are in my prayers.

Stephanie Warren

October 4, 2012

I knew Penny in HS, saw her amazing water skiing skills and participated in pageants with her. She was one of the nicest, most positive people I've ever met and my thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Chris Christian

October 4, 2012

So sorry to learn of the loss of a special person. Penny was the happiest and most thoughtful person. I will always remember her joy at Lake Sunset and will miss knowing she is brightening someone's day. Heaven has now gotten better by her presence.

October 3, 2012

I am so sorry to hear Penny is no longer with us. I had heard she was ill and had followed her through friends for several years.

Clyde never go to see Penny succeed with her fishing. He would have been so proud of her accomplishments. Now Clyde has a fishing partner once again.

Thinking of the sisters and Dotie in this time of sadness.

Bob McKee
Wichita, KS

October 3, 2012

May the Lord be with this family. We all are truly going to miss this wonderful lady. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Herrell-Parker

October 3, 2012

Johnna,
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the lord comfort you all each and every day.
Darcey Carr-Martin

October 3, 2012

May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief, may all Penny's memories stay close to your heart. Psalms 46:1 Joanna

October 3, 2012

My prayers go out to the family, I was lucky to have met this wounderfull lady while I was a part of the Zebco prostaff In the state of Iowa. God bless you Penny. Prayers sent to your family.

Bob Raux, Jr.

October 2, 2012

My prayers go out to you and your family. May you always be in our hearts and thoughts.

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