Obituary for Pennie Lou Stevens
In Loving Memory of Pennie Stevens,
Beloved matriarch and cherished soul, she gracefully danced into the hearts of all she knew. Pennie passed away peacefully on April 10th, 2024, at the age of 80, in the home of her daughter, Kelli, surrounded by those she loved.
Pennie was born to Lyle and Phyllis Hoskins, on March 30th1944 where she spent her youth growing up on the family farm with her siblings (Rob, Jan, and Peg). She was a 1962 Climax-Scotts graduate. She was employed by Dr. Roelof’s DDS for 20+ years.
She was married to Jim Stevens in March of 1979. They enjoyed their love of racing and riding motorcycles, so much so-they were married at a motorcycle shop in Daytona during Bike Week. Pennie and Jim owned a construction company (Steven’s Builders) for many years where they would meet and became friends with many of their customers. After Jim’s passing in 2000, Pennie would continue on with her love of racing and classic cars. Ever so much that she purchased a true classic, a 1937 chevy pickup. She was so proud of her little copper truck. “The Lucky Pennie” she called it.
Pennie had many hobbies throughout life that she pursued passionately. Her joy for crocheting blankets was known by many, it was truly a craft that she put hours of love into. Amongst growing up on the farm, she loved to dance. Her love for dancing ignited joy wherever she twirled. Old time country music was her passion. During the later years in her life, she found tranquility in her seasonal campground located on Quincy’s chain of lakes. She spent her last 20+ summers there, meeting new people and sharing her love with everyone she encountered. From making new friends, to hosting family, she always made time for everyone to visit for holidays and weekends. Her home away from home was a gift for all.
Her greatest love however, was her family. Pennie loved each and every one of them with all her heart. She cherished this joy in life above all others. She was a gift giver, nothing ever too big or too small was ever too little or too much. With a loving heart, open ears and caring shoulder, Pennie was a loving home for all.
Pennie leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and boundless love. She is survived by daughter Kelli (Mike) Phillips, Brother Rob (Lynette) Hoskins, Sisters Jan Bolton and Peg (Mel) Matuschka. Grandchildren Steven Phillips, Brian(Jacklyn) Phillips, and Heather (Jeremy) Culver, as well as 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Proceed in death by her parents, brother-in-law Dave Bolton, first husband Wesley Hinton, second husband James Stevens, and special companion Leroy “Lucky” Waychoff.
Arrangements by Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service
(269) 788-9800
Baxterfuneral.com
Beloved matriarch and cherished soul, she gracefully danced into the hearts of all she knew. Pennie passed away peacefully on April 10th, 2024, at the age of 80, in the home of her daughter, Kelli, surrounded by those she loved.
Pennie was born to Lyle and Phyllis Hoskins, on March 30th1944 where she spent her youth growing up on the family farm with her siblings (Rob, Jan, and Peg). She was a 1962 Climax-Scotts graduate. She was employed by Dr. Roelof’s DDS for 20+ years.
She was married to Jim Stevens in March of 1979. They enjoyed their love of racing and riding motorcycles, so much so-they were married at a motorcycle shop in Daytona during Bike Week. Pennie and Jim owned a construction company (Steven’s Builders) for many years where they would meet and became friends with many of their customers. After Jim’s passing in 2000, Pennie would continue on with her love of racing and classic cars. Ever so much that she purchased a true classic, a 1937 chevy pickup. She was so proud of her little copper truck. “The Lucky Pennie” she called it.
Pennie had many hobbies throughout life that she pursued passionately. Her joy for crocheting blankets was known by many, it was truly a craft that she put hours of love into. Amongst growing up on the farm, she loved to dance. Her love for dancing ignited joy wherever she twirled. Old time country music was her passion. During the later years in her life, she found tranquility in her seasonal campground located on Quincy’s chain of lakes. She spent her last 20+ summers there, meeting new people and sharing her love with everyone she encountered. From making new friends, to hosting family, she always made time for everyone to visit for holidays and weekends. Her home away from home was a gift for all.
Her greatest love however, was her family. Pennie loved each and every one of them with all her heart. She cherished this joy in life above all others. She was a gift giver, nothing ever too big or too small was ever too little or too much. With a loving heart, open ears and caring shoulder, Pennie was a loving home for all.
Pennie leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and boundless love. She is survived by daughter Kelli (Mike) Phillips, Brother Rob (Lynette) Hoskins, Sisters Jan Bolton and Peg (Mel) Matuschka. Grandchildren Steven Phillips, Brian(Jacklyn) Phillips, and Heather (Jeremy) Culver, as well as 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Proceed in death by her parents, brother-in-law Dave Bolton, first husband Wesley Hinton, second husband James Stevens, and special companion Leroy “Lucky” Waychoff.
Arrangements by Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service
(269) 788-9800
Baxterfuneral.com