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Larry Pennington
1949 - 2023
Larry Pennington
1949 - 2023
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BORN
1949
DIED
2023
Larry Pennington Obituary
Larry Pennington, widower of Debra (Babbitt) Pennington, father of Sarah, Larry (Shannon), and Aaron (Stacey) Pennington, grandfather of Ethan, Bryce, and Abby Kay Pennington; sister of Sally Pennington, passed away Saturday morning, March 25, 2023, after a short illness.
Larry was a character who had a passion for life. He was preceded in death by his amazing wife, Deb, who he missed going for long car rides and out to dinner with. Larry was a lifetime member of the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and continued going for trail rides on the Blue Lake trails. He also enjoyed Wednesday night yacht club races on Muskegon Lake and the time spent with friends celebrating wins and losses.
Larry's children and grandchildren will miss going for dirt bike rides, Jeep rides, boat rides, breakfasts, and learning so many life lessons from this great man. Larry was an excellent conversationalist and was proud of his family and the business that he built, Wildwood Marine. We loved our Mom and Dad so much, and we're grateful for the time we had with them.
Visitation will take place from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, 413 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall, Michigan 49461.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
18 Entries
Ron Schaub
March 28, 2025
I remember Larry when we were teens. I would admire him working on his '41 Plymouth. Cool car...
Betty Kurtz
April 1, 2023
First word that comes to mind when I think of Larry is "genuine". He was straight and true about all things in life and if you could call him 'friend', you are blessed. Rest easy, Larry, you will be missed by many. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Barb Blink Bartkowiak.
March 29, 2023
My brother Bill and Larry were friends in school. I remember Larry coming over to our house . Sorry to hear of his passing.
christopher huber
March 29, 2023
He was a great guy and I loved ice racing cars with him.
Mary Boxer
March 29, 2023
Sorry for your loss of your brother, Sally and for the kids and grandkids.
I don´t know if you remember me Sally Mary Schaub Boxer we went to school together. I remember your brother growing up.
Also, my daughters couple of them went to school with Larry´s children at Reeths Puffer
Scott Barnhard
March 28, 2023
The bike trails of Northern Michigan, streets of North Muskegon, Muskegon MC Club, "Monday Riders", Cycle Conservation Club, Dual Sport Riders of Mi, Motorcycle Dealer Expo of Indiana, Pizza Parlors, neighbors in ditches, those in need of boat/motorcycle/car/tractor repair or just GREAT conversation and "under dogs" looking for someone who cares will never ever be the same. We love and miss you Larry P., my/our friend. Sally, Larry, Sarah, Aaron, Shannon, Stacey, Ethan, Bryce and Abby our hearts grieves with you, the deepest of deep condolences. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING - HOLLAR! R.I.P. Larry P., till we meet again! Scott and Cheryl Barnhard
Ron Schaub
March 28, 2023
Sally & family, Very sorry to hear about your brother Larry. I looked up to him as a teenager. I use to watch him build his `41 Plymouth coupe in the neighborhood, when I was 13 or 14. I thought it was Cool! - He sent his last Fbook message to me on Mar. 13th.
May you find God´s peace. Ron
Barbara (Schaub) & Gene
March 28, 2023
Our sympathy to the Larry Pennington family. The family used to live 1-2 blocks from us. We lived on Fountain St. My sister & I were friends with Larry's sister Sally.
Larry worked on our boat.
Sharon Rindfusz
March 28, 2023
To Larry’s entire family, my deepest and sincerest condolences for your loss. Prayers for strength and peace in the days ahead. Sending much love and hugs to all.
Ed Zornes
March 28, 2023
Larry was my best friend in high school. He was " the Fonz" before there was a " Fonz" with his 650 Triumph. We used to terrorize the Sandy trails around Muskegon , he, with his twin 100 Yamaha, myself on my 120 Kawasaki... R.I.P. old friend...
David Miller
March 27, 2023
I'm certainly going to miss chatting with "Uncle" Larry about the old times when I was just a kid. When Larry was around it was always a fun adventure! My condolences to the family, but rest assured he left a lot of amazing memories from a life well lived.
Mike Dresen
March 27, 2023
I met Larry 55 years ago, always interesting conversations. We shared many interests and friends. He will be missed!
My condolences to the family!
Mike Dresen
Muskegon Motorcycle Club
March 27, 2023
Condolences to our Friends and Brothers Larry Jr. And Aaron. Larry Sr was a Life Member of the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and will be remembered for his commitment. May good memories of your dad help you through this sad time.
Marjory Hallwood
March 27, 2023
Larry will be surely missed he was my husband's best friend now they can sit down and visit again and see his beautiful wife Deb who was a great friend to me not a day goes by that I don't think of her and all the times we shared together hugs to Larry Sarah and Aaron and family
James Thompson
March 27, 2023
A guy that stood up for what he believed in, I hurt for the for GrandKids that didn't have him long enough, but happy that he passed his wisdom down to his Children, so they can pass that on to the his Grandkids! R.I.P Larry!!
Darell Miller
March 27, 2023
Larry will be missed. Just talking with him was a wonderful adventure. Now, that to has come to an end. He's with Debbie now. Bless him.
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