Glenda Mock Pennington, 71, passed away of natural causes on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at home surrounded by her family.
Glenda was born to Virginia and Robert Mock on September 30, 1941 in Anadarko, Oklahoma. In her early childhood her family moved to Helena, Montana where she later graduated from Helena High School in 1959. On December 5, 1964, Glenda married her life partner Robert S. Pennington and together they raised three children; Bobby, Jim and Heather.
Glenda began her career as a legal secretary in many small law offices in the Helena area. This eventually led her to her paralegal career with the United States Attorney’s Office, where she retired after many years of service.
In addition to her successful career, she was involved in many social activities. Much of her time was dedicated to her membership in Toastmaster where she enjoyed the company of others and became a skilled public speaker. Glenda was also a lifelong involved member of the First Presbyterian Church. Here she developed many close friendships. She had a love for travel and in her later years traveled with her sister, Paula, to a new location in the United States each year. Learning was a passion for Glenda and she often took adult learning classes in art, writing, and photography to satisfy her creative nature. Her favorite activities were meeting her friends for lunch or movie nights.
Glenda’s motto was “the more the merrier” and this attitude certainly showed in the activity of the Pennington home. She and her husband, Bob, became known as parental figures for many of their children’s friends and their home was the hub of the neighborhood. As a result many memories were created and many lives were influenced in a positive way.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, and her parents, Virginia and Robert Mock.
Glenda is survived by her children Bobby and Jim Pennington, Heather (James) Waters; grandchildren Karol Anne (Ryan) Davis, Ashley, Tori, Byron, Angelique, Brian Pennington and Clayton Voeller; great grandchild to be Andrew Davis. She is also survived by her sister Paula Genetzky along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express special thanks to Hospice, Dr. LaClair and Dr. Kellogg for their outstanding care and compassion.
A memorial service celebrating Glenda’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 25, 2013 at First Presbyterian Church, 535 N. Ewing St., Helena. Burial will take place at Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Fort Harrison following the memorial service. A reception will follow the burial at the American Legion 3095 Villard Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Glenda’s name may be sent to Hospice of St. Peter’s Hospital c/o St. Peter’s Hospital, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601.Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family condolences or share a memory of Glenda.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday February 25, 2013
First Presbyterian Church
535 N. Ewing Street
Helena, MT 59601
Burial
Following the Memorial Service
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison
Helena, MT 59602
Reception
Following the Burial
Monday February 25, 2013
American Legion
3095 Villard Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday February 25, 2013
First Presbyterian Church
535 N. Ewing Street
Helena, MT 59601
Burial
Following the Memorial Service
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison
Helena, MT 59602
Reception
Following the Burial
Monday February 25, 2013
American Legion
3095 Villard Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
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Tom and Judy Rolfe says
We just heard the very sad news of Glenda’s passing. We send you all our sincere sympathy. Glenda was always so much fun, had that twinkle in her eye and warmth for everyone she encountered. She truly lived her faith, heaven is a richer place today now that she’s home!
Larry Renney says
Glenda was both my mentor and my friend in Toastmasters. The twinkle in her eye, the smile, and the ready compliment were always there and always appreciated. Even when I got into trouble with her grandsons (which I caused) at a Toastmasters speech contest, the reprimand was given with the twinkle and the smile. Her laugh and kindness will truly be missed. The gates of Heaven must have been lined with an Honor Guard of Angels when she went home. I miss you friend.
Larry Renney, acs, abl
Kevin and Margaret Kauska says
We are very sorry for your loss. I met Glenda , Karol Anne’s “Nana”, on a couple of family occasions and she was a great lady who clearly loved her family dearly. Our hearts and prayers are with you Bob, Karol Anne and family. May you find peace in your memories, hugs to all of you.
flossie says
I am so sorry to learn of Glenda’s passing. Her sense of humor and her genuine love of all people will be greatly missed.
Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Flossie
Mary (Marlene Pouliot) Micech says
I’m so upset, and so sorry. I just got back to Helena and was looking forward to some time together with my dear friend. But how can I be sad when she is with her Bob and no longer needing to bear physical traumas. We have been friends since we were 10 and lived across the street fron each other on Davis. She seemed to always be in good spirits, and enjoyed her family, friends and faith to the fullest. I will miss you so much, Glenda, and thank you for being my friend.
Tonna Strasko says
Bob, Jim, Heather, I am so sorry for your loss! It is funny as I look back at the years I have know your Mom as a legal secretary, Toastmaster, member of 1st Presbyterian, Koinonia. Wow, what an empty place her passing will leave in our hearts. Got bless you all.
Tonna Strasko
Evy Burris Sass says
To Bobbie & Loved ones of your Dear Mother Glenda. May the peace which comes from the memories of Love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. You have our deepest sympathy. Your Friends, Evy & Judy
Sally Nyland says
I am so sorry to read about Glenda’s passing. I knew Glenda for quite a few years. I would see her in the hallway when she worked for the U.S. Attorney’s Office. I worked in the same building and same floor (U.S. Courthouse). Glenda was such a neat and gracious lady. She always seemed to have a twinkle in her eyes and aways smiling. She was such a wonderful person and I will miss her. Please accept my condolences and know you are in my thoughts at this sad time.
Diane Cannon and Kathleen Williams says
Sorry to see that Glenda died not long ago….she was a very dear friend of our at the Broadwater…..loved her smile and dear life….we’re thinking of you as you celebrate her dear loss….
Sending lots of love and hugs your way, Diane and Kathleen
Pam & Charlie Brown says
Dear Pennington Family ~
We are so sorry to hear of Glenda’s passing. We worked with her at State Fund for several years. She was an amazing and talented lady — one who will never be forgotten. She loved her husband, Bob, and family.
May your hearts heal in good time. We offer our many Prayers of Sypathy and good thoughts your way.
May God Bless,
Pam & Charlie Brown
Helena, MT
T Alston says
I am sorry for your loss. May you rely on the God of all comfort during this dificult time. (1Corinthians 1:3,4) May you also find encouragement and hope in his promise of the resurrection (Isaiah 26:19 and Acts 24:15) We can trust this promise because it is impossible for God to lie (Hebrews 6:18)
Tami Quinn says
Bobby, Jimbo and Heather: I am so sorry to hear about your mom… she was such a good lady… remember the trips to see your grandma in AZ or snowmobiling in Elliston? Your mom and dad showed us alot of good times! Hold on to all of those memories and share them with your babies. Love, Tami Quinn and family
Kathleen Pace says
Glenda was a beautiful lady. I had the privilege of getting to know her years ago while car pooling to Boulder for night classes through Western. She was a treat in class and always entertaining. Glenda had a wonderful sense of humor and will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shannon Bright-Meyer says
Bobby, Jimbo and Heather, we were so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I bet she is having a good visit with your dad right now. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless, Sonny Bright and Dennis and Shannon Meyer
Diane Jackson says
Bobby, Jimbo, Heather, sister Paula, and the Pennington family. My deepest sympathy goes out to you. Your mom was such a good friend and I will miss her so much. My comfort comes from knowing she is with Bob, and I believe they are dancing in Heaven, free of all pain.
Glenda – rest in peace, my dear friend.
Judith Williams says
I remember Glenda as a kind and generous person. She was helpful to me in a number of ways when I was coping with the legal system. As a high school classmate, she kept current on lots of the kids that walked the halls of HHS. We will miss you, Glenda. Rest well.
David Barcroft says
Glenda was my first point of contact with Toastmasters. She was pleasant, patient, and quite willing to share her time answering questions and explaining. Glenda was a good listener and liked to keep the time shared fun and enjoyable. In one of our meetings…..we told a progressive story. Someone started out the story with a couple of sentences, the next person added on, etc. By the end of the story, everyone in attendance at the meeting was in a pink swimsuit, in a hot tub, in the snow (falling), and drinking tequila. The hot tub was in Glenda’s back-yard in the story. Somehow, I think that would have been all right with her in real life! Great lady that will be missed by many.
Carol Kirkland says
The more the merrier, indeed. Chaos reigned whenever I was at her house, and it just seemed to go right by her. Drove me nuts. Never saw her lose her cool until I said something about her red car not being very matronly. She was NOT happy. Woe be unto you if you insinuated she was old. Rest in peace, dear friend. We will miss you at our dinner get togethers.