Nancy C. Penner, age 67, of Great Meadows, NJ died Friday, September 30, 2016 surrounded by her family at Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ. Mrs. Penner was born March 6, 1949 in Phillipsburg, NJ. She is the daughter of the late David and Florence (Marsh) Ronoski.
She was formerly employed as an Elementary School Teacher with the Washington Twp. Board of Education, Washington, NJ. She graduated from the College of St. Elizabeth and went on to earn her Master's Degree at the College of New Jersey. Nancy was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Church, was a former member of the Junior Woman’s Club, Washington, NJ, the Delta Kappa Gamma Epsilon Chapter for Outstanding Teachers, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Mountain Lake Fire Company. Nancy was the recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award, she enjoyed entering contests with radio stations and newspapers of which she was lucky enough to win a few. She always put others before herself. She was a big fan of the written word, always sending personal notes and cards to her friends and family.
She is survived by her loving husband: David Penner, 2 devoted sons; Thomas Penner, Matthew Penner and wife Kathryn, 2 beloved grandchildren; Michael and Luke Penner, 1 sister; Carol Holbrook, brother in law; Michael Penner, sister in law; Deborah Penner and many cousins.
A visitation will be held at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 on Thursday October 6, 2016 from 4-8 pm with a memorial service beginning at 7:30 pm Rev. Grzegorz Podsiadlo officiating. Cremation was private.
For those desiring donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or to NORWESCAP of NJ, 350 Marshall St., Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 in memory of Nancy.
Condolences:
Linda and Jim Milson
#10
October 6th, 2016 7:03 pm
What a wonderful beautiful lady! I feel blessed to have known Nancy. We would run into each other at many teacher events/ workshops throughout the years. She always put others first and loved her students dearly. I'm sure she was a very caring and nurturing mother and loving wife. Jim and I just found out this evening that Nancy had passed. Our condolences and heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family and all of her close friends. Please know that Nancy and those close to her will continue to be in our prayers today and always.
Karin (Kreis) DiMenna
#9
October 3rd, 2016 8:11 pm
So sad to hear of Nancy's passing. We were friends from middle school on. I have many fond memories of Nancy. My thoughts are with her family during this difficult time.
Roganne
#8
October 3rd, 2016 3:39 pm
Sad to hear of the passing of a classmate from WHS 1967. My deepest sympathy to the Penner family.
Sue Miller
#7
October 3rd, 2016 8:49 am
I just read of Nancy's passing and wish to send my sincere condolences to the Penner family. She was such a kind woman. Always doing "little things" that showed what a big heart she had. Prayers to all of you.
Carolyn Walters
#6
October 3rd, 2016 7:28 am
Dear Penner Family:
My sincerest condolences to all of you. I was a classmate and I remember Nancy as a sweet and joyful person. May she rest in peace and may you all be comforted by your memories.
Linda Schimke
#5
October 2nd, 2016 6:41 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. I have known Nancy since we were five years old. She was a dear and loving person and will be missed by all who knew her. My best the David, Carol and family.
Susan Fentzlaff Smith
#4
October 2nd, 2016 5:36 pm
My deepest sympathy to the Penner family. Nancy was a friend and classmate. She was the sweetest person and she will be missed.
Penelope and Rik Atkinson
#3
October 2nd, 2016 1:03 pm
We are so saddened to learn of the Penner family's loss, of Nancy (wife, mother, grandmother, sister). We always enjoyed seeing Nancy, over the years, at school, work, and socially. Nancy had a loving glow, about her, and always extended a smile and a cheery greeting. It was our pleasure to run into the Penners at the 4th of July fireworks, class reunions, at the theater, or when we were out shopping. Nancy's kind heart always shined. We will miss Nancy and send our love to David, the boys, and her extended family.
Jeannette & Barry Smith
#2
October 2nd, 2016 12:06 pm
Shocked to hear of Nancy's passing. Nancy was a high classmate of mine and was a fellow teacher at Brass Castle and Port Colden School starting with Barry in 1971. She didn't have a mean streak in her and always laughing...
Deepest sympathy to David , Carol and family
Joann Hoff
#1
October 1st, 2016 5:08 pm
So Sorry for of your loss, I know words cannot take the pain away, but I hope the pain well easy in time. Prayers to you & the family
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