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Harold Pener Obituary

Harold S. Pener, 76, of Leawood, KS, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2004, at Garden Terrace. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 11, at The Louis Memorial Chapel. Burial at Kehilath Israel Blue Ridge Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers, family suggests contributions to a charity of one's choice Harold was born in Kansas City, MO, on July 17,1927, to Sam and Rose Pener. He was in the U.S. Army in WWII, serving at the Pentagon under General Dwight D. Eisenhower. Upon returning home, he joined his father at Pener's on Minnesota Avenue in Kansas City, KS. From there, he moved his store to 18th & Vine, which was the beginning of Harold Pener's Man of Fashion. He was a leading clothier in the community, had the good fortune of working with both of his sons and now has stores coast to coast. Harold was a member of Kehilath Israel Synagogue, NAACP, Masons and Shriners. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Shirley Pener; daughters and sons-in-law, Marsha and Bob Johnston, MD, Carolann and Gino Tutera, MD, Julie and Chad Ullmann; sons and daughters-inlaw, David and Beth Pener, Barry and Francinne Pener; grandchildren, Samantha, Max, Lily, Rose, Brian, Adam, Piers, Gabrielle and Chloe; many numerous relatives and friends. The family wishes to give special thanks to caregivers, Lori and the staff and employees at Garden Terrace, all of whom provided excellent care. (Arr: The Louis Memorial Chapel 816-3615211)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Apr. 11, 2004.

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Bob Miller

April 16, 2004

I am sorry to just have heard of Harold's passing and this sadens Me. I worked for Harold in several different stores for more than 5 years when I was younger and they were very good years. David and Barry and your Mom, please accept my cincere condolences on your loss, I really admired Harold for his sharpness, wit and business sense. I am a better person for knowing Harold Pener.

David Brown

April 14, 2004

We were very sorry to hear of Mr. Pener's recent death.

Pener's was and still is the only place to buy clothes in Kansas City if you want to be really dressed.



Our sympathy to the entire family.

Tyning Edwards

April 14, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to the entire family. I was employeed at the Pener-Caesars store during the mid-80s. I remember Mr. Pener to be a man who appeared to have a gruff exterior, but once you actually got to know him, he was very kind man. I will keep your family in my prayers as you get through this difficult time.

Tami Most

April 13, 2004

I am Henry Kraus's oldest grand-daughter, Tami. I remember Harold from when I was pretty young, always in his hat! I was at Garden Terrace the day after he arrived there, and talked to him for quite a while. I am very sorry for your loss.

Jeannetta Y. Frazier (Babi)

April 13, 2004

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I worked at Pener's Man of Fashion in the landing mall back in the 80's. It was a fun job and one that I truly enjoyed. May God continually Bless you.

William Hyslop

April 13, 2004

My sincere condolences from me and my family.

Shae and Nathan Rightmire

April 12, 2004

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family on your loss. We are friends of your daughter, Julie. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this time of transition. Blessings and warmest thoughts to all.

goldene rydell

April 11, 2004

sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved. my thoughts are with you. Goldene Rydell and the Fisherowitz family in Denver.

Eloise Barker

April 11, 2004

I worked for Harold Pener at his 63rd St. store in the 70s. It was a fun job and a nice place to work. I am saddened to hear of Mr. Pener's passing. God's blessings to his family.

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