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RICHARD PENNER
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Debra, who supported him in this journey, and their three loving sons, Joshua, Riley and Tyler. Also left to cherish him are his parents, Pete and Anne Penner, sister Gerri (Jack) Kirby and their children. Nathan (Rebecca Dawson), Sara and Katie, and sister Lisa McLean and her son Adam. He was predeceased by brother-in-law Wayne McLean. Richard will be lovingly remembered by his parents-in-law, Lyn and Brigitte Madder, and Edith and Brian Anema; grandmother-in-law Ruth; brothers-in-law, Tim (Janelle) Madder and their children, Trinity and Tristan, along with Chris (Laura) and their children, Ashley and Zachary.
Richard was raised with his sisters in St. James, graduating from Silver Heights Collegiate. Later, Richard would attend Red River College where he would befriend Murray before pursuing a career in Heavy Duty Truck Transportation. Richard's Career highlights took place at King Transportation, and eventually Borderland School Division. During this time, Richard maintained a fleet of school buses, oversaw maintenance operations for the equipment and later the staff who maintained it. Richard took pride in his work, making sure that everything he did, met his own standard of excellence.
There was no doubt that Richard took pride in his work, but it was clear Richard was most proud of his family, spending time with them at the lake, working on projects with his sons, passing on his own knowledge. While Richard loved his family, he also enjoyed helping others, he loved people.
Through Richard's faith, the lord gave him strength and guidance in all that he did. In his final days he expressed his readiness to meet his Lord and Saviour.
A public viewing will be held on August 19, at Morris Funeral Home between 12:00 noon and 9:00 p.m.
A private graveside service will follow.
Thank you to Dr. Dhala and Dr. Thompson, as well as the kind, supportive healthcare staff of Boundary Trails Hospital for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Boundary Trails Hospital Foundation.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 17, 2021
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Es tut mir aufrichtig leid, dass Debby so früh ihren Mann verloren hat.Auch wenn ich sie alle nur aus Erzählungen von Ruth kenne. - Posted by: Reingard Mengede (Nichte von Schwiegergrossmutter Ruth) on: Nov 03, 2021
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My condolences to Richard's family. It has been quite a while since I saw him last but I remember him as a gentle giant. It was a pleasure having worked with him at King Transportation. - Posted by: Rina De Meyer (co-worker) on: Sep 09, 2021
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My condolences to the Penner Family. I am so sorry in hearing of Richards passing away. I always thought of him as a giant of a man who wouldn’t hurt a soul nor would anything hurt him! I hadn’t seen Richard in years but he was one of those co-workers you just don’t forget. The world has lost a Prince of a Man! - Posted by: Barbara Bright (Co worker and friend at King Transportation) on: Aug 30, 2021
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Our heart aches to hear the passing of Richard. Our deepest sympathies to you Debra, your sons and the Penner family. - Posted by: Don Robert (Friend) on: Aug 17, 2021