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Carole Ann Penner

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Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2005.

PENNER, Carole Ann
Passed Sun., Feb. 6, 2005 at Sutter Roseville Hospital after bravely battling a long illness. She was born in Nebraska on Mar. 20, 1938. She is survived by her loving husband of 21 years, Doug; her daughter & son-in-law, Kim & Jim Winkleman; her beloved grandson, Matthew; her mother, June Marino; siblings, Barbara Hartsfield, Sam & John Marino and their families; her stepdaughter & son, Debbie Miller & Kevin Penner. Carole loved Calif, the ocean & beach especially. She worked for the State of Calif. Education Dept. for over 25 years. Bowled on many leagues over the years. The many friends and friendships transverse over countless years. Her joy of traveling in their RV and the wonderful trips shared were just one of her many enjoyments. Carole's caring, loving ways will be greatly missed by her entire family and friends. Her quick wit and constant laughter will be remembered and missed by all. She will forever enjoy the beach where she will be laid to rest. No memorial will be held. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the Breast Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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February 18, 2005

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February 17, 2005

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February 17, 2005

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Gina Coggins

February 18, 2005

I was very saddened to hear of the news that my Aunt Carol had passed. I am very thankful that I was able to see her one last time during the Christmas holidays. It is a time that I will forever hold in my heart.

Linda Lownes

February 17, 2005

Carole, was a wonderful colleague! I very much enjoyed her dedicated professionalism and her sense of humor. After Carole retired, I occasionally ran into her at the mall and always enjoyed the few minutes we shared catching up. Carole loved her family and looked forward to spending time with them after she retired. She loved and was loved. May memories bring you peace!

Karen Lints

February 17, 2005

My sympathy to Carol's family in your loss. I worked with Carol in the Migrant Education Office when I first came to the Department. Carol was a straight shooter and a big help to me in beginning my career with the Department of Education.

Gwen Stephens

February 17, 2005

This was emailed to all California Department of Education employees on February 16, 2005. I wanted to share it with Carole's family and friends.

I am very sad to share with you that Carole Penner passed away on February 6, 2005 after a long illness. Carole began working for the Department in 1979 as a stenographer in Bilingual Bicultural Education. In the Migrant Education/Amnesty Education Unit, she worked for many years for Jack Schaeffer and became an SSA. When the Amnesty Office closed, she moved to the Standards and Assessment Division where she was promoted to AGPA in 1996. She retired from there in March 2000.

Carole was the most incredible employee...so dedicated, thorough, thoughtful and insightful, and always very straightforward. She brought a level of commitment and professionalism to her work that was unmatched by most staff. Her skills with fiscal information were awesome and she shared those skills by mentoring less experienced analysts. She also had a calming energy about her that was infectious. She knew when to raise a question and when to let it go. She was a total delight to have on our staff, as an employee and as a wonderful person.

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Terry Miller

February 17, 2005

I remember Carol's kind, helpful, and friendly spirit in her work with the California Department of Education. I am sorry to hear of her passing, yet know that her love for her family and friends will never waiver from their hearts.

Cheryl Shores-Taylor

February 17, 2005

Carole and I had a working acquaintance and she was compentent, professional, and generous with her knowledge.

Debra Strain

February 17, 2005

I was very saddened to learn of Carole's passing. I worked in the Bilingual Education Office with Carole many years ago and we became good friends. She had a wonderful sense of humor and will be greatly missed.

Victor Hackett

February 16, 2005

I Just wanted to say that I didn't know her all that well, and after seeing her picture I felt like I've known her all my life, and it seems like she had a wonderful, and blessed life, and I'm praying that the lord is with her. May God Bless her family, and their hour of bereavement.

Evelyn Harris

February 16, 2005

To the family of Carole Penner, I worked with Carol in the Amnesty Education Office, and always enjoyed listening to her talk about her husband and her daughter, Kim. I enjoyed working with her, she was a very bright and thorough employee. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family.

Gwen Stephens

February 16, 2005

I am so sad to hear of Carole's passing. She worked for me for at least eight years at the Department in Amnesty and in Assessment. She was the most incredible employee...so dedicated, thorough, thoughtful and insightful. She brought a level of commitment and professionalism to her work that was unmatched by most staff. She knew when to raise a question and when to let it go. She was a total delight to have on our staff, as an employee and as a wonderful person. I can still hear her laughter. I hope Doug, Kim and the rest of Carole's family will have peace and many warm and happy memories.

Brenda Beltran

February 16, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to Carol's family and friends. I did not know Carol, but I do know how much Barbara cherished her sister. My love to all of you as you cope with this terrible loss.

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