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PENNER, GEORGE

GEORGE T. PENNER, was called home on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at the age of 75 years. He was survived by daughters Beverly and Wayne Johnson, of Amarillo, TX, Sandy and Todd Williamson, of Richmond, TX, Patti and Kerry Grzech, of Eckville, AB, Brenda Stoye, of Calgary, AB, and one son Mike (Lucille) Penner, of Calgary, AB, Pauline and Chris Andrews, of Calgary, AB; one brother Abe (Linda) Penner, of Vermillion, AB, sisters Anne Reimer, of Winkler, Sue and Abe Reimer, of Winkler, Helen Elias, of Winnipeg, Tina Friesen, of Winkler, as well as 16 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. George was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Katherina Penner, four brothers (David, Henry, Peter and Ed) and two sisters (one in childhood and Nettie Penner) all of Manitoba. Raised on a farm, he had many occupations and dreams. In his later years he enjoyed hearing from and about his family and their exploits. Ill health plagued him for many years but he insisted he would out live us all. He will be truly missed by all of his family and friends. At George’s request there will be no funeral service. Cremation. Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone 403-381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca