Jeffrey Clyde Pennington, 48, Independence, MO formerly of Smithville passed away Thursday, June 26, 2014.
Jeff was born January 4, 1966 in Kansas City, MO the son of James Walter and Lois Clydene (Halbrook) Pennington. He was a 1984 graduate of Raytown High School and attended the University of Central Missouri. He owned and operated Pennington Painting for over 20 years. Jeff attended Vineyard Church in Kansas City. He was often seen on Smithville Lake where he enjoyed boating, fishing, and being with his family.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Jim Pennington; sister, Diane; and brother, Danny. Survivors include his wife, Candy Pennington; children, Josh, Clare, and Alex Pennington; grandchildren, Kennedy and Jackson Pennington; mother, Clydene Pennington; brother, Barry Pennington and his wife Betty; special friend, Jeanette Ramsay; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Monday, June 30, 2014 at Carson-Speaks Chapel; 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Memorial services will follow at 2:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Boy Scouts Troop 412 or Girl Scouts Troop 1280. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel (816) 252-7900)