An angel on earth earned his wings this last Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012, when James A. Pennington, 96, passed away peacefully at his home in Paso Robles. James was born to Samuel K. and Ethel Pennington of Booneville, AR. in
Jan. of 1915. James was one of nine children who persevered through the hard times of the Great Depression Era. After taking up work at a Service Station, James fell in love with his employer’s housekeeper, Muriel Hall Pennington), to whom he recently celebrated 73 years of marriage. James came to California with family in 1939 and resided in Ventura County before retiring and moving to San Luis Obispo County. It is no secret that James was a living piece of history. He saw and participated in some of our Country’s most somber and most celebrated years. He shared his memories to all who took time to visit and was most known for being a wonderful toryteller. His stories and life-lessons will never be forgotten by any of those who were lucky enough to meet this special man. Thanks to James’s family, caregivers Pam F., Helen G., Grace J, and his Doctor, Joseph McCowin, James ended his journey at home with wife Muriel close by. He is survived by his loving wife, Muriel (90); his sister Sue Waldren (92) and Husband Harvey, children Jim and wife Pam Pennington, Grace and husband Jack Collins, and Cindy Brennan. James was also blessed with nine grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. As James’s last words suggest, “Praise the Lord, Praise the Lord;” James reminded us of his gifted life and the spiritual connection he carried until the very end. Memorial services and viewing will be held at the Stetler Mortuary on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012 at 8:00a.m. in Santa Paula. Graveside service will follow at Pierce Brothers Santa Paula Cemetery.