Joseph "Joe" Richard Penninger Funeral Costs

Joseph Penninger was born on January 27th, 1983. He was a great kid who excelled at school and in athletics from an early age.  Unfortunately, Joe, as he was called by most, hit hard times. He was always looking for something greater in life in his relationships, children, and so on. Growing up in a household where things became rocky, he struggled going from one place to another. He had his hardships and disappointments in life more than most people experience. Joe had loved people and many people loved him as well! Joe always tried to "be the life of the party", and unfortunately at times, that was a weakness. As stated before, Joe was always searching for something greater in his life! He attended Lifeline-Youth for Christ, where he went on trips to other States and received an understanding of who God and Christ was. Joe had lived in several States in his life and went from selling magazines to being a great Chef at Mayfair Hotel and Spa in Florida! After Joe moved from Florida back to Indiana, he attended church with his brother and met his future wife. Joe loved children, especially his son Konnor Richard, and also children that weren't his biological kids. He loved his wife. Joe had ups and downs and hard times. He could make many friends!  Unfortunately, Joe died on June 20th, 2020. His three brothers, two sisters and mother miss him dearly!

The purpose of this fundraiser is because Joe died in Kalamazoo, MI and he will be transported to Elkhart, IN. The funeral expenses can of course be a lot for anyone to take on. Joe's mother, Maryann, is deeply saddened not only by Joe's death, but also because she feels responsible in so many ways, even for needing to pay for the funeral expenses. This fundraiser will cover funeral and any other expenses that may be necessary to provide Joe's loved ones piece of mind. It will also provide for Joe's little boy, Konnor, who is just 5 years old, to have a future.

This fundraiser is being organized and ran by Joe's youngest brother, Nathaniel Penninger. If you can help financially, Tiffnie, Tamie, Jason, Justin and Nathaniel are all very thankful for your generosity in this difficult time. We are also grateful for any and all prayers you have for our family. God is always good ALL the time, even when we are in despair! God said, he has never left us, nor forsaken us. Let us show that Joe will not be forgotten and we will always remember him. I will await when we will be together again! 

May God Bless You!