Megan Ruth Pennington

Megan Ruth Pennington, 31 passed away unexpectedly in her home located in Newark, Ohio.
Megan was proceeded in death by Wendy L. Henderson (Mother), Jim Pennington (Grandfather), Jim Guthrie (Grandfather), Stacy Pennington (Aunt).
She is survived by Lorraine Scott (Grandmother) Karrie and Scott Barnette(Aunt and Uncle/Custodian), Scott Henderson (Stepfather) Whitney Pennington (Sister) Jessica Henderson (Sister), Zakari Chafins (Brother) John Chafins (Uncle/Custodian) Troy and Charolette Pennington (Uncle and Aunt), Shonda Toney (Aunt), 3 Nephews Brayden, Hunter and Logan, 1 Niece Ayla, Dory (her precious cat) and many cousin's
Scott Henderson
Thank you for loving Megan as your own. When you met her mother you gracefully accepted the responsibility of her children and even after her mother passed made sure to stay in Megan's life. You were her dad and she loved you so much.
About Megan:
Megan was born in Columbus, Ohio and moved to Newark, Ohio when she was just a baby under 1 year old. She lived with her mother in Newark attending school in Newark until 2006. When her mother passed away Megan and her sister Whitney moved back to Columbus to live with their Aunt Karrie and Uncle John attending Hamilton High School and remained in the family home until she was 20 years old.
Megan had this way about her that she knew how to lift people up when they were down in life. Her silly and goofy personality was priceless to all that knew her. No matter what she was experiencing personally in life, she was always a bright light for those around her. Megan was a symbol of
"Live-Laugh-Love"
Megan faced so many challenges and road blocks in this world after her mother's passing. Her mom passed away on Megan's Birthday in 2006 and it took many years for Megan to be able to accept her passing but with time she was able to pick herself up and she stood tall and fought all the depression and grief and found faith and gained strength through her family and friends and GOD. Even though the world was rough for a long time for Megan, she never let it change her love for life, her family and friends. Every road block she encountered made her want to fight harder and in result made her stronger. Megan achieved her dream of her G.E.D. and she had a great and important job that she loved working at the Freedom Plasma and finally had her "home" and was so happy and proud of her accomplishments.
Megan read and shared daily quotes of inspiration and words of spiritual uplifting on her social media showing her commitment to living her best life and to the fullest.
"Trust your struggle"
"With pain comes strength"
"You deserve happiness, trust the process"
These were just a few of many quotes Megan lived by.
Megan had so many friends that she loved and that loved her. Megan had her circle and remained close with her circle. They were her "ride and die".. her "people". Each and every one of them was a huge part in Megan's journey throughout various parts of her life.
The Nichols Family
Rhonda, Bub, Amber and Brianna, You all were a part of Megan's extended family. Some of Megan's best memories were made with all of your adventures and fun times. Rhonda, you helped her lean on her faith and God, and for that she was able to heal. Thank You.
The Carpenter-Corbette Family
Cindy, Bo, Zach, Eddie, Levi, and Temperance, You all were a part of Megan's extended family. We want to thank you for welcoming Megan as part of your family and all the love and support that you gave to her. Cindy thank you for always showing her support and being a mentor and an additional motherly figure and support for her.
Jazzy (11) Temperance's daughter. Megan loved more than life to help care for Jazzy and be there for her. Megan never had children of her own and Jazzy gave Megan the opportunity to experience being a mother figure. Megan was Jazzy's world.
Brett Crisp
A longtime friend who Megan just ADORED who helped Megan to finally have her own place to call home. Who stood up for her, fought for her and believed in her when she couldn't do it herself. Who has so kindly accepted to be the caregiver for Megan's precious kitty Dory that she cherished more than anything. Brett was there for Megan through some really hard times in her life. Thank you for all you did for her. She loved you like a brother.
Nikki Smith
A longtime best friend from child hood. She loved you and no matter what space and time that came and passed, you always stood by her and lifted her up when she needed you. Thank you for being there when she needed you.
A celebration of life for friends and family will be held April 6th.
Hilliard Presbyterian Church
3600 Leap Rd
Hilliard, Ohio 43026
Time:TBD
Megan's wishes were to be cremated and her ashes to be placed with her mother in her mother's burial plot. A private ceremony will take place for immediate family to place Megan's ashes with her mom.