Edward Lee Pennington's Obituary
In Loving Memory
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward Lee "Bubba" Pennington, who departed from this world on May 4th, 2024. Lee passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in our hearts.
Born on January 3rd, 1958, Lee lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends. He touched the lives of many with his compassion, generosity, and humor.
Lee will be remembered for the impact he made professionally with First Health Montgomery and North Carolina Farm Bureau, which he pursued with passion and determination. Most importantly, Lee, or better known as Bubba, will forever be remembered for his unconditional love of his family, friends and commitment as a loving son, husband, father, and grandfather. He was known as a standout football player at North Stanly High School, where he rotated among several positions on the field. He shared a deep love for the countless hobbies that kept him occupied, including woodworking, golfing, cooking, and sitting in the shop creating his latest project while shooting the breeze among friends with a blue smoothie in hand. These leisures brought him joy and fulfillment throughout his life.
Bubba will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who take solace in the memories shared and the love that will endure beyond his earthly presence. He was a pillar of strength for his family, providing unwavering support and guidance through life's joys and challenges. Lee is survived by his wife, Beverly Ewing Pennington, sister Kathy Osteen (Robert), mother Myrna Pennington, son Edward Ross Pennington (Morgan), son William Trey Pennington (Lauren), and daughter Allie Pennington Tester (Jake). He had three grandchildren Evelynn Tester, Charlotte Tester, and Ayda Pennington. Lee is preceded in death by his father Edward Dwayne Pennington and first wife, Kelly Rogers Pennington.
In honoring Lee's life, let us celebrate the joy he brought into everyone's lives and the profound impact he had on all who knew him. Though he may no longer be with us in body, his spirit will continue to inspire and guide us.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 at Central United Methodist Church, Albemarle, NC where friends and family will come together to pay their respects and honor Lee’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Central UMC Missions Fund, 172 N 2nd St. Albemarle, NC in memory of Edward Lee Pennington.
As we bid farewell, let us find comfort in the knowledge that Lee now rests in eternal peace, reunited with those who have gone before him. May his legacy of love and compassion live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Rest in peace, dear Bubba. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts
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