Betty Pennington's obituary , Passed away on January 1, 2026 in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Betty Pennington

August 4, 1926 - January 1, 2026 (99 years old)

Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Betty Pennington's obituary , Passed away on January 1, 2026 in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

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Betty Pennington

August 4, 1926 - January 1, 2026 (99 years old)

Glen Ellyn, Illinois

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Betty Pennington Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Betty Pennington of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Betty left this world on January 1, 2026 at the age of 99, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Betty Pennington to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Betty is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Betty's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her son Rod Pennington (Joyce); her parents, Jessie Heiser and Luella Heiser; her brother Dean Heiser (late Margaret); and her husband Donald Lee Pennington.

She is survived by: her children, Joyce Rodos (late Jerry), Stephen Pennington (Karen), Carol Constantine (Jim), Doug Pennington (Cynthia) and Ed Pennington (LueAnn).

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Wheaton College (https://www.wheaton.edu) are appreciated online at https://www.wheaton.edu or by mail Wheaton College Advancement Services, 501 College Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Leonard Memorial Funeral Home & Cremations



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500 Anthony St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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